We are all in this together.
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The COVID-19 global pandemic continues to impact nearly every aspect of our daily lives. We continue to keep our children, youth and school communities safe with data-driven decisions to implement best practices and public health policies. Our All In eNews shares promising practices, tips and success stories from the County’s 80 school districts. More resources for educators are available here. Thank you for being All In this together! | |
Talking to children about violence and war | |
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Graphic images and footage of events unfolding in Ukraine are not easy to process, especially for children and youth. It's even more difficult for those who have experienced trauma or witnessed violence themselves. Parents and caregivers are faced with the challenge of explaining violence and war to children. LACOE's Center for History-Social Studies Education has compiled resources to help children feel more secure and understand the world in which they live.
Access the resources
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All In Spotlight: Pasadena USD
Hosting a dual testing and vaccination clinic
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Before returning from winter break, Pasadena USD hosted a dual testing and vaccination clinic. LACOE met three PUSD star students: Paloma, Curtis and Nicholas as they got their first and second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Paloma got vaccinated with her family cheering her on. Curtis got his second dose of the vaccine and was excited to soon be fully vaccinated like his friends. Nicholas shared that the vaccine didn't hurt him this time around.
Watch the video (1 min.)
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How to get tested for COVID-19 in LA County | |
- Testing is available in your neighborhood at churches, parks and other locations near you.
- COVID-19 testing is free at all County-operated sites, regardless of immigration or insurance status.
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Schedule your appointment at: covid19.lacounty.gov/testing.
You can buy a COVID-19 rapid self-test online, in a pharmacy or in a retail store. You can also get tested at a site that is run by a private company, a private health care system or local municipalities. These sites are not run by LA County, so please note that they may charge for testing services.
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LA County schools named 'California Schools to Watch' | |
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Three high-performing middle schools in LA County--one from Lancaster SD and two from Hacienda La Puente USD--were among the 16 schools recognized by the California Schools to Watch program. In addition, 10 of 31 schools that have been re-designated as 2022 "California Schools to Watch" are from LA County.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond commended the innovative and exceptional California Schools to Watch for "creating systems that support the needs of all students—all while navigating extraordinarily challenging conditions during the pandemic."
See the complete list of California Schools to Watch
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Art murals inspire, empower students | |
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During Black History Month, which concludes today, Lynwood USD celebrated beautiful new murals at Rosa Parks Elementary and Will Rogers Elementary. Artist Eric “Cre8” Walker created the Rosa Parks mural, which features the words "Prepare, Inspire, Empower."
Parks helped initiate the civil rights movement in the United States when she refused to give up her seat to a white man on a Montgomery, Alabama bus in 1955. Her actions inspired the Montgomery Bus Boycott, led by a young Martin Luther King, Jr.
Lilia Ramirez produced the social justice-themed work at Will Rogers, titled "Another World is Possible." "These new pieces inspire our students and improve our schools," says the district.
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New Whittier Union HSD superintendent named | |
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The Whittier Union HSD Board of Trustees has selected Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Dr. Monica Oviedo, who has served the district as a teacher and administrator for 25 years, as the next superintendent.
Oviedo was carefully chosen for her long record of achievement at Whittier Union, the enthusiasm with which she has implemented the district’s vision of doing “whatever it takes” to ensure student success, and her embrace of the ethnic and cultural diversity of the students, parents and community she serves.
“I am humbled, honored and thrilled to serve the Whittier Union students and staff in this new capacity,” Oviedo said. “I am also very grateful to the Board of Trustees for their faith and confidence, and I look forward to continuing to support our collaborative culture so that our students will be successful.”
Read the story
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Groundbreaking celebrates new multipurpose and classroom building at Walnut Elementary | |
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Walnut Valley USD recently marked the groundbreaking for the new $7.3 million multipurpose and classroom building funded by Measure WV. “When I think about projects like this I get super excited about the impact it will have on kids for generations to come,” shared Superintendent Dr. Robert Taylor during the ceremony. The new 7,500-square-foot building will feature three 21st-century learning classrooms and adjoining multipurpose room with open-concept ceilings, stage platform, storage and control rooms, LED lighting, and energy efficient HVAC systems.
Watch the video (2 min.)
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National Nutrition Month
Promoting the health and wellbeing of all students
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March is National Nutrition Month, which focuses attention on healthful eating and proper nutrition. For LACOE, it is also a time to reaffirm its commitment to promoting the health and wellbeing of all students and closing equity gaps in health and academic achievement.
In a resolution designating March as National Nutrition Month, LACOE and the LA County Board of Education highlight the positive impact of proper nutrition on students’ overall health and wellbeing, as well as learning and achievement.
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Read the Board resolution
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Nutrition and climate change | |
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Beyond addressing critical issues of personal and public health, nutrition education plays a vital role in empowering students and their families to make sustainable food choices that offer health and environmental benefits.
“Schools can play a critical role in advancing environmental literacy through innovative nutrition programs that include evidence-based education, healthy and sustainable school meals and a healthy school environment,” says Maryam Shayegh, LACOE’s Nutrition & Wellness Programs coordinator.
Read the story
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U.S. Department of Education invites applicants for Javits Gifted and Talented Program | |
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The U.S. Department of Education has released the 2022 notice inviting applications for the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program (Javits). The program will award up to $6.6 million in new grants for five-year projects that support evidence-based research, demonstration projects, innovative strategies and similar activities that enhance schools' capacity to identify gifted and talented students and meet their unique educational needs.
Learn more
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Advance Child Tax Credit payments in 2021 | |
Community Schools training session on March 9 | |
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Getting Reading Right
Program Overview for Administrators on March 1
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The new reading scores are out and as predicted, the effects of the lingering pandemic are clear: Scores are down, and students are getting further behind.
Join us to learn what our Getting Reading Right program is all about.
We’ll do a quick overview to show how you can build teacher knowledge in the science of reading and implement effective Tier 1 reading instruction across grade levels. New cohorts are beginning in August and run for 10 months across the school year.
Plan NOW for turning reading instruction around! Don’t let another year go by. Let’s get all students reading with proficiency!
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
3 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn more and register
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State Seal of Civic Engagement
Los Angeles County Collaborative Meetings
March 24 and May 12, 2022
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Is your school or district interested in the State Seal of Civic Engagement for your students? California students in 11th and 12th grades are eligible to earn the Seal during the current school year.
Educators across LA County are invited to join meetings to brainstorm ideas and share resources to implement guidance for students to earn the Seal. Elementary and middle school educators are also invited to join to begin brainstorming onramps to civic learning before they get to high school. Bring your ideas and plans to share with others!
Learn more and register
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'Creating Opportunities for Change'
Dorothy Kirby Center holds inaugural Virtual College and Career Fair
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Students at LACOE’s Dorothy Kirby Center gained new insights into their futures after attending the center’s 1st Annual Virtual College and Career Fair. The “Creating Opportunities for Change" event allowed several dozen at-promise students to engage virtually with more than 14 vendors representing various sectors, including education, private industry, trades, digital content providers and the military.
“I am thankful to all the staff who worked to create opportunities for our students,” said Chief Education Officer Dr. Maricela Ramirez. “Exposing students to various careers is powerful.”
Read the story
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Are you up to date with your COVID-19 vaccine? | |
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Receiving your initial vaccine series gives you more freedom to work, visit certain venues and, in some cases, travel with fewer restrictions. But getting up to date with all recommended COVID-19 vaccine doses, including a booster dose (when eligible), provides the best protection against COVID-19 and variants like Omicron and Delta.
Schedule your vaccine or booster appointment
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