San Mateo County Office of Education

Exciting News for Middle School Educators! ?? San Mateo County Reads is hosting an Author Discussion with Rex Ogle! ?? Mark your calendars for 10/29 and get ready for an inspiring virtual event with Rex Ogle, the acclaimed author of Free Lunch. Your class won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear Rex share his personal experiences and the inspiration behind his powerful story. ??? Times: 9:00 AM or 1:30 PM - choose the time that works best for your classroom! Register: bit.ly/3B97JXN Learn more: www.smcoe.org/smcreads Got questions for the author? Submit them in advance for a chance to ask live during the discussion! Selected classes will get to ask their question live.

This October, join us in recognizing National Bullying Awareness Month to help create safe, inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive! This year, we are helping students to become more resilient and build the strength they need to navigate tough situations, prioritize their mental health, and succeed in school. Together, we can build a future where all students feel safe, respected, and ready to achieve their dreams! Learn more at tinyurl.com/ycy7h9rh. #AntiBullying #SafeSchools #MentalHealth #Education

During this Week of the School Administrator, let’s thank the many people who lead our great schools! As education leaders, school administrators play an important role in providing quality and equitable education to all students in public schools. Thank you for contributing to the success of our schools! #schooladministrator #schoolleadership

Join us for San Mateo County Reads, an initiative that fosters community and discussion through literacy! ??? This year, we highlight three books under the theme "Voices of Resilience: Empowering Change through Collective Action" about courage and collective action: Change Starts with Us by Sophie Beer, Hoops by Matt Tavares, and Free Lunch by Rex Ogle. Teachers and their classrooms, as well as families and other community members, are also invited to virtual author discussion events with Rex Ogle on 10/29 and Matt Tavares on 11/14! Visit the SMC Reads website at www.smcoe.org/smcreads for more information! #SMCReads #VoicesOfResilience

We're gearing up for another Career Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Meeting on Thursday, November 7, at 4:30pm! Whether you are an educator or work outside of the classroom, you're invited to this unique opportunity to align local education with labor needs in San Mateo County. At the meeting, you will: - Build relationships with high school, workforce, and community college partners - Learn how to participate in a countywide internship program in Spring 2025 - Review classroom materials to ensure they align with industry trends and teach practical, technological skills Learn more and register at https://bit.ly/3U3Gsg4 #CTE #Education #WorkforceDevelopment

We are thrilled to invite life-long educator, author, speaker, and literacy consultant Tricia Ebarvia to lead a two-day series on how to create anti-biased literacy instruction and make learning more inclusive! Grade 3-12 educators, literacy coaches, paraprofessionals, and site/district administrators are invited to join us on October 24 and February 12. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/Ebarvia102424 #AntiBias #DisruptTexts #LetsGetFree

County Superintendent Nancy Magee and the County Office of Education were thrilled to co-host the Reception for Black Educators on Monday with the Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council. From good food to insightful discussions, we are so thankful to all who were able to join us and forge a path forward to support Black students across the county! #Education #CommunityEngagement #DiversityInEducation

After a year-long planning effort with members of the Child Care Partnership Council, we are proud to share this planning report on how to bring Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) to San Mateo County! The report includes, data, best practices, and recommendations on how to ensure all four-year-olds and a greater number of three-year-olds have access to full-day, high-quality early education and care programs before kindergarten. “Once again, our county has come together to focus on how we can better serve our youngest residents. This plan helps us create high-quality learning opportunities for three- and four-year-olds to meet local needs,” shared San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools Nancy Magee. Learn more at tinyurl.com/49jku8j5. #UPK #ChildCareForAll #KindergartenReadiness

All SMCOE sites are closed today for Labor Day to honor the contributions and achievements of American workers. Sites will resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday, September 3. Take a moment to honor the contributions workers have made to the strength and prosperity of our nation. Learn more about the history and importance of Labor Day: https://bit.ly/38Bbgww #laborday2024 #ThankYou

Let's make this year a success for your child! Studies show that regular attendance is crucial for academic and life success. Here are some tips to keep your child on track: - Prioritize attendance – make sure your child is in school every day. - Work with your child's doctor to address health issues and minimize absences - Stay involved and communicate regularly with your child’s school Remember: Chronic absence – missing just two days a month – can have a significant impact. Let's work together to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive! Learn more on Attendance Works' website at www.attendanceworks.org. @attendanceworks #BePresentBePowerful #attendancematters #AttendanceAwarenessMonth