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Join us for monthly virtual sessions with John Friedrich and Van Lay to allow teachers to collaborate and share experiences.  Each 45-minute session will give teachers an opportunity to learn the latest research from Peter Liljedahl and his team, discuss challenges and successes with grade-level breakout groups, and engage with an aspect of the California Mathematics Framework.

We are offering 10 sessions for you to choose from - attend them all or a few.

The SCOE Community Schools Initiative team designs and facilitates a monthly community of practice focused on the Community Schools Forward Framework to support the planning and implementation of community schools. The Community of Practice (CoP) is an opportunity to build community, highlight  right spots, bring forward problems of practice, receive transformational assistance, share resources, and learn about statewide updates.

Recommended for Sacramento County educators, including principals, teachers, paraeducators, coordinator, and district leaders.

Virtual Sessions from 9am-10am

• 9/2 (Virtual)
• 10/28 (In-person)*
• 11/18 (Virtual)
• 1/27 (In-person)*
• 2/17 (Virtual)
• 3/17(Virtual),
• 4/21 (Virtual)
• 5/19 (In-person)*

*In-Person Micro-Visits from 9am-11am and will have separate registration links for each in-person session. 

A four-part series of 90-minute monthly sessions designed to support school and district literacy teams in developing a comprehensive, data-driven literacy plan.

What you will do:

• Analyze Local Data: Conduct a root-cause analysis and examine local data to pinpoint areas of need.

• Build Actionable Goals: Collaborate to develop strategic, evidence-based goals tailored to your unique community context.

• Leave with a Plan: Walk away with a completed sustainable literacy plan designed to improve student outcomes.

Your Literacy Team may include: District Leads, Site Administrators, Grade-Level Representatives, Literacy Coaches, and Reading Specialists, Intervention Specialists, MTSS Leads, Special Education Staff.

No cost: Sacramento County Reads Sponsored (Our gift to you!)

Format: Zoom

(Four 90-minute monthly sessions hosted in the Fall)

Dates and Times:

Module 1: September 15, 2026, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Module 2: October 13, 2026, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Module 3: November 10, 2026, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Module 4: December 8, 2026, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

A zoom link will be sent to your registration email before the session.

Registration Questions? Contact Lauren Werner at lwerner@scoe.net

Content Questions? Jennifer Clementson at jclementson@scoe.net

Establishing a supportive learning environment requires more than just good intentions; it requires consistent, predictable routines. This interactive professional development session introduces the CASEL Three Signature Practices, a versatile framework designed to foster belonging, increase engagement, and build community in any adult or student-facing setting. Participants will explore the purpose of each practice and learn how to integrate them seamlessly into their daily work to create a culture of safety and connection.

This will be a combined session of our September 7 & 8 sessions.

Navigating state and federal program requirements can be complex! To support your work and keep you informed, SCOE offers the State and Federal Programs Network.

These virtual sessions are designed to serve as a collaborative space for both district and charter leaders. Sample topics include:

• Timely Regulatory & Funding Updates: Key guidance regarding Title programs, LCAP alignment, grant management, and compliance timelines.
• Peer Collaboration: Dedicated time to share effective practices, resources, and strategies across districts and charter schools.
• Q&A & Direct Technical Assistance: Live opportunities to clarify guidance, address common compliance questions, and request focused support.

Meetings are held via Zoom the week following the CDE State and Federal Directors meeting. A calendar invite and Zoom link will be shared upon registration.

The Parent Café Host Community of Practice (CoP) is a supportive, collaborative space designed for Parent Café hosts to connect, share strategies, and build their leadership skills. Grounded in the core agreements of mutual respect, active listening, and non-judgmental support, the CoP provides peer inspiration and continuous learning to help Hosts effectively strengthen their Parent Cafe teams and support the families in their communities. Participants engage in interactive activities—such as community conversations and team-building exercises around key operational areas like coordination, outreach, and logistics—to foster deep social connections, refine their hosting practices, and expand their local community networks.

*Please note, this CoP is open to certified Parent Café Hosts. If you are interested in becoming a certified Parent Café  Host, please contact earlylearning@scoe.net.

• Define STEM components in an early childhood classroom.

• Experience dynamic planning for developmentally appropriate STEM environments and interactions/ conversations.

• Learn how this approach includes universal design for learning.

• Explore how this approach supports dual language

How Paraprofessionals Can Support the Communication of Students Using Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Are you a paraprofessional who works with students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)? Ever wonder how you can help support your students' communication? Well, this is the training for you. We will start with an overview of AAC. Then we will dive deep into two research-based techniques to support communication. First, we will discuss augmented language input. What it is and why it is essential for your students. Next, we will talk about storybook interactions and how to get the most out of them. Plenty of examples and opportunities to practice will be provided.

Presenter(s)

• Janet McLellan, Ph.D., M.A., CCC-SLP-L, Speech-Language Pathologist

Intended Audience

• Para-educators
• Teachers new to supporting students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)

Session

• Monday, September 28, 2026
• 1:30–3:30 PM
• Virtual (2 hours)

Participants Will

• Describe augmentative and alternative communication--what it is and why it is important
• Support students who use AAC with techniques such augmented language input and storybook interactions

Join us for engaging discussions, collaborative idea sharing, and the chance to network with other environmental educators who are committed to making a difference.  Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, new partnerships, or ways to support environmental education, this event is for you.

Virtural: 3:30PM - 5:00 PM

Fall: September 28, 2026

Spring: April 13, 2027

Universal Design for Learning - Part 2: Engagement, Representation, and Assessment Choice Boards

Take your understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to the next level by exploring practical strategies that increase student engagement, accessibility, and success. In this hands-on session, participants will dive deeper into the three pillars of UDL and learn how to design meaningful choice boards that support diverse learning needs. You'll leave with ready-to-use templates, examples, and access to a comprehensive UDL resource Padlet filled with tools to enhance instruction for all learners.

Presenter(s)

• Joey Chapman, M. Ed., Education Specialist

Intended Audience

• Special education teachers (transitional kindergarten - high school)
• General education teachers (transitional kindergarten - high school)
• Administrators

It is recommended that participants have a fundamental understanding of UDL to participate in this training. Participants are encouraged to take "Introduction to Universal Design for Learning (UDL)" prior to this training.

Session 2 of 2

• Tuesday, September 29, 2026
• 3:30–5:30 PM
• Virtual   Part 1 requires a separate registration. 

**NOTE** Part 1 requires a separate registration @  https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Register/1283

Participants Will

• Describe the three pillars of UDL (engagement, action & expression, and assessment)
• Explore a variety of choice boards and discover how important they are in the UDL framework
• Engage in instruction on how to create choice boards in all three pillars (engagement, action & expression, and assessment)
• Receive access to a UDL Padlet that is full of resources, templates, examples, videos, and suggested reading materials

Get a comprehensive overview of California's Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP), including legal requirements, funding, quality standards, and the administrator's role in supporting successful implementation.

Four 1.5-hr virtual sessions will be held on the following dates: 10/7/26, 12/2/26, 2/24/27, 4/7/27

The Capitol Area Regional Transformational Assistance Center (R-TAC) provides a virtual workshop for district staff who are implementing community schools through the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP). These sessions provide district leaders with a collaborative space to navigate the complexities of scaling community schools systems. Grounded in the Community Schools Framework, participants will engage in practical problem-solving, peer learning, and continuous improvement cycles to address local challenges, test strategies, and refine solutions aligned to district goals. 

Overview: The New Coordinator Support Sessions will provide an opportunity for new California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and English Language Assessments for California (ELPAC) coordinators (in their job for three years or less) to receive small group support from experienced coordinators.

The LEA assessment coordinator position has a huge learning curve, including many deadlines and few, if any, ‘job alikes’ within a district. The sessions will be guided by the activities listed in the Coordinator Checklist and will include other timely activities. The support sessions will be offered monthly via Zoom. These sessions will be co-facilitated by SCOE and PCOE LEA coordinators. The facilitators will help address questions and offer support. These support sessions are designed to provide new LEA assessment coordinators an opportunity to connect with other coordinators, build community and to ask questions related to their job in a small group setting.

Session focus:

• This session explores the Inclusion Works! publication

• Focus is on defining inclusive practice, describing collaboration, and sharing practical strategies

• Intended for use in child care settings for children birth through age 12 years

• https://cainclusion.org/camap/map-project-resources/inclusion-works

   

This session will highlight key Social and Emotional Learning constructs that support a safe and positive school and classroom culture. We will examine how an increased sense of belonging supports a positive school climate, which decreases incidents of bullying, and engage in discussion and collaboration around braiding SEL with bullying prevention and response.

Part 1: Deep Dive with UDL

Select one 3 hour in-person session - Integrating UDL into lesson planning & circle time

In this 2-part series you’ll sharpen your UDL skills during lesson planning to support ALL students in your inclusive classroom. Consortium members receive a $300 stipend for completing parts 1 and 2.

Five 2-hr virtual sessions will be held on dates: 10/14/2026, 12/9/2026, 1/13/2027, 3/10/2027, 4/14/2027

The Capitol Area Regional Transformational Assistance Center (R-TAC), co-facilitated with the Community Schools Learning Exchange (CSLX), provides a virtual learning series focused on the key components of the Community Schools Framework and the foundational practices needed to implement and sustain community schools. The series offers grounding in the Community Schools Framework and capacity-building strategies, along with hands-on tools, opportunities to learn from experienced community school leaders, and networking with fellow community school grantees working toward school and community transformation.

Recommended for Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) grantees and specifically site leads and community school staff.

Four 1.5-hr virtual sessions will be held on dates: 10/15/2026, 12/17/2026, 2/18/2027, 4/22/2027

Capitol Area Regional Transformational Assistance Center (R-TAC) provides community schools workshops for county office of education (COE) staff from the 12 Capitol Area counties (Alpine, Colusa, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sierra, Solano, Sutter, Yolo, Yuba). The goal of the COE Network for Community Schools is for COE staff to learn about strategies to support California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) grantees in their counties, receive state and regional updates, share highlights of community schools implementation, and network on problems of practice.

 This session will highlight key Social and Emotional Learning constructs that support a safe and positive school and classroom culture. We will examine how an increased sense of belonging supports a positive school climate, which decreases incidents of bullying, and engage in discussion and collaboration around braiding SEL with bullying prevention and response.