Welcome, fall! As the season ushers in its cool breeze and a vibrant tapestry of autumnal hues, we are reminded of the profound importance of fostering a sense of belonging in education. Maya Angelou once beautifully said, “We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter their color.”
Here at the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE), the LCAP team is gearing up for an exciting season of growth and learning. We're diligently preparing for upcoming professional learning sessions and informational workshops to empower our educational partners. This year’s Putting It All Together series will include a focus on the new three-year LCAP cycle, socially conscious leadership, and creating spaces of belonging. It will integrate the LCAP, differentiated assistance, and equity work.
Currently, districts across our region are posting their approved LCAPs on their websites, demonstrating their commitment to transparency and collaboration. They're also busy planning and executing meaningful educational partner engagements and laying the foundation for impactful data-driven work.
As we embrace this new season and its opportunities, we invite you to join us on this educational journey, where together, we can weave a tapestry of belonging that enriches the lives of all.
SDCOE is committed to supporting local educational agencies (LEAs) in developing and maximizing the impact of their plans. We hope the resources in this this newsletter and on the SDCOE LCAP website keep you up to date with recent legislation and deadlines as well as provide technical support.
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2023-24 LCAP Cycle
Senate Bill (SB) 114 was signed into law on July 10, 2023. Among other things, SB 114 amended California Education Code (EC) Section 52064, which requires that revisions be made to the LCAP template and instructions for the 2024–25 school year. The California Department of Education (CDE) is gathering feedback from multiple partners on proposed revisions (see relevant Education Code sections). The following is an overview of the CDE’s revision/feedback schedule.
- July 28 — LCAP Advisory Group meeting
- Aug. 8 — Statewide webinar
- Aug. 25 — California Practitioners Advisory Group (CPAG) meeting
- Sept. 13-14 — September State Board of Education (SBE) meeting (first draft of revisions)
- Sept. 22 — LCAP Advisory Group meeting
- Oct. 10 — Statewide webinar
- Oct. 20 — CPAG meeting
- Nov. 8-9 — November SBE meeting (final approval)
LCAP Midyear Update
The school district superintendent shall present a report on the annual update to the LCAP and the local control funding formula budget overview for parents on or before Feb. 28 of each year, at a regularly scheduled meeting of the governing board of the school district. Local educational agencies (LEAs) have flexibility to provide the update to their governing board and community as they see fit, and must address the available midyear outcome data, expenditures, and implementation data on all actions related to metrics identified in the current year’s LCAP.
Document Tracking Services (DTS) has created a resource that can be used to collect midyear data. It is not a mandatory template, instead it is a way to collect and organize information to prepare for the midyear presentation. The advantage of the template is that it auto-populates the goal, action, action description, if the action is contributing, and the total budgeted. It should currently be on your home screen. If you have questions about this template, email Aaron Tarazón from DTS at aaron@doc-tracking.com.
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Putting It All Together Professional Learning
Registration is now open! Our Putting it All Together sessions are designed to provide a space and time for participants to interact with others from around the county, learn about LCAP requirements, and explore promising practices. Based on your feedback, these sessions will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and remain virtual, with the exception of April 30, which will be held on the SDCOE main campus in the JRRTC Comm. Labs. For 2023-24, we will meet on the following Tuesdays:
Once registration is confirmed, a corresponding link will be sent prior to each virtual session.
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Dashboard Local Indicators for Districts and Charter Schools
California's accountability system is based on a multiple measures system that assesses how LEAs and schools are meeting the needs of their students. Performance on these measures is reported through the California School Dashboard. LCFF priorities for which there is no state level data collected are referred to as local indicators. This workshop will review the requirements, timelines, and how to include this information in the LCAP.
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Local Control and Accountability Plan 101
This workshop was developed for anyone new to the LCAP process. This session will discuss the 2023-24 LCAP template, required timelines, and how to engage educational partners.
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Assessment, Accountability, and Evaluation Update Meetings
The Assessment, Accountability, and Evaluation updates provide LEAs with timely information around assessment, funding, LCAP, state and federal programs, and more. They occur on Thursdays most months from 2:30 to 4 p.m. and are virtual. Please use this OMS link to sign up for the updates.
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Aug. 24 — Resources
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Sept. 28 — Resources
- Nov. 2
- Dec. 7
- Jan. 25
- Feb. 22
- April 25
- May 23
- June 27
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Community Engagement Liaison
Our SDCOE Community Engagement Liaison meeting on Tues., Sept. 26, discussed the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) and community schools. As we move forward with the 2023-24 school year and seek to develop effective strategies and employ best practices to increase family and community engagement, know that your voice is extremely valuable to the academic success of our students and San Diego County.
FYI: Pending dates for the year
- Nov. 28, 2023
- Jan. 30, 2024
- March 19, 2024
- May 21, 2024
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to email LaShae Sharp-Collins or call 858-298-8773.
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In October, we shine a spotlight on our exciting new adventure, the "EquiChats: Amplifying Voices for Educational Equity" podcast. As part of our steadfast commitment to advancing educational equity at SDCOE, we're thrilled to invite you on an enlightening podcast journey. Join us as we explore the intricacies of systemic equity challenges and discover innovative strategies to catalyze positive change within our educational landscape.
Throughout each episode we will unravel the multifaceted nature of achieving equity in education. Topics will span the spectrum from measuring impact and fostering asset-based mindsets to nurturing a student's profound sense of belonging. Expect to hear from an array of guests, including experts, educators, and passionate advocates, all driven by the shared mission of dismantling barriers and fostering a more equitable educational system for all.
But this journey wouldn't be complete without your input. We're eager to hear from you - do you have specific equity topics you'd like us to explore, or perhaps suggestions for insightful guests? We welcome your ideas and contributions, so don't hesitate to reach out to us at EquiChats@sdcoe.net and be an integral part of the conversation.
In addition to "EquiChats: Amplifying Voices for Educational Equity," mark your calendars for our annual Equity Conference, a pivotal event that brings together educators, community leaders, parents, students, advocates, and policymakers. Join us on Jan. 18 and 19, 2024, as we collectively strive to advance educational equity for every student. To learn more about the Equity Conference, the Equity Blueprint for Action, and registration details, visit www.sdcoe.net/equity.
Here are the release dates for the upcoming episodes of the "EquiChats: Amplifying Voices for Educational Equity" Podcast:
- Week of Oct. 9: Episodes 1-2
- Week of Nov. 1: Episodes 3-5
- Week of Dec. 1: Episodes 6-9
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering dedication to equity in education. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for all students.
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San Diego County Assessment Huddles 2023-24
Calling all assessment leaders! Registration is available for the Assessment Huddles, which are held regularly throughout the year. The meetings provide a forum for participants to explore and exchange ideas and share locally created resources related to the implementation and coordination of CAASPP and ELPAC. The Assessment Huddles offer opportunities for LEA staff to network with colleagues, get answers about assessment and accountability, learn about upcoming trainings, resources, and more.
All Assessment Huddles will be virtual except for the October and February meetings, which will be held in-person at the SDCOE Linda Vista campus. Meetings will be on Tuesday afternoons at 1 p.m. Please see the flyer for details.
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New Coordinator Check-ins 2023-24
Registration is now available for the New Coordinator Check-ins, which are offered virtually for LEA CAASPP Coordinators and LEA ELPAC Coordinators who are new to their role. The meetings focus on upcoming tasks that need to be completed, training opportunities, and a venue to ask questions and get answers about CAASPP and ELPAC. The New Coordinator Check-ins will occur monthly on Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. Please see the flyer for details.
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Opportunity for Free Social Emotional and Climate Survey and Data Platform
Through the CalHOPE grant, all California schools have access to two free years of Kelvin (staff and student surveys), with a discounted rate available after June 2025. This survey data can be used for improving school climate, determining social and emotional supports needed, as well as satisfying LCAP, LCFF local Indicator, SPSA, and other accountability requirements.
What is Kelvin?
Kelvin is a survey platform for students, teachers, parents, administrators, and districts to use. Kelvin’s “Pulse” surveys are a quick, formative way to provide teachers and education leaders with actionable data that allows them to understand where their students and schools are thriving, and where extra support should be targeted.
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The Transformative SEL Collective: A Virtual Learning Community
Transformative social and emotional learning is a process whereby young people and adults build strong, respectful, and lasting relationships that facilitate co-learning to develop equitable collaborative solutions that lead to personal, community, and societal well-being.
Leveraging the collective wisdom of our educational community and content expert partners, this collaborative learning series is designed to:
- Deepen our understanding of the science of social and emotional well-being
- Provide opportunities for networking and action planning
- Experience well-being as adult learning in a nurturing community
- Share strategies, evidence-based practices, and ideas for supporting all members of the learning community
- Showcase implementation efforts
Who: School and community mental health professionals, educational leaders, teachers, family engagement staff, and community partners are all invited to attend.
What: This series will support educators in deepening their understanding and implementation of transformative social and emotional learning.
When: All sessions will be held from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
- Feb. 23 — Refilling Depleted Reservoirs
- April 20 — Integrating Transformative Social and Emotional Learning and Academics
- Aug. 10 — Social and Emotional Learning Data: Measuring and Meaning Making with Kelvin
- Oct. 12 — Enlisting and Engaging Families
- Dec. 7 — Elevating and Embracing Youth Voice
This learning series is free. Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as you can!
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Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Updates
On July 20, 2023, CDE sent additional information regarding the 2023-24 Advance Principal Apportionment and a change to Rate 2 for the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P). The full notification distributed to LEAs is available.
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