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Participants will strengthen their understanding of the role identity and belonging play in the learning environment and academic engagement. We will explore our own identities and how identity shapes our experiences and honor the interconnections between identity, belonging, and student and staff outcomes.

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.

We will discuss the purpose of this publication through reading and discussion.

• Review content through group activities and readings.

• Identify and discuss components of the reflective planning cycle.

• Describe planning opportunities for individualization and scaffolding within the reflective planning cycle.

 Participants will strengthen their understanding of the role identity and belonging play in the learning environment and academic engagement. We will explore our own identities and how identity shapes our experiences and honor the interconnections between identity, belonging, and student and staff outcomes.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication in the Special Education Classroom

This training focuses on integrating Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) into the classroom environment and daily instruction. Participants will explore strategies for designing inclusive learning spaces, embedding AAC into lesson planning, and implementing effective teaching techniques that support all communicators. This session is designed to equip teachers and classroom teams with practical tools to create communication-rich environments, adapt instruction for AAC users, and foster student engagement. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies and resources to enhance their teaching practices and support AAC implementation across the school day.

Presenter(s)

• Casandra Guerrero, M. Ed., M.S., CCC-SLP-L, Speech-Language Pathologist

Intended Audience

• Special Education Teachers
• Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs)
• Any professionals who support AAC users in classroom settings

Sessions

• Monday, December 14, 2026
• 1:30–3:30 PM
• Virtual

Participants Will

• Recognize all of the components to an AAC system
• Learn to build opportunities for students to participate in their educational environment consistently across settings through lesson planning and teaching strategies
• Support implementation of low, mid and high tech tools throughout the school day (universal and student specific)
• Ensure that classrooms are designed for communication access and have embedded language enriched supports
• Understand and implement universal strategies to support skill development with AAC systems

Presented by Diagnositc Center Norther California

Presented by Diagnositc Center Norther California

Outcomes:

• Review the PTKLF Approaches to Learning (ATL) domain for children, aged three to five-and-a half years.

• Discuss the ATL domain.

• Identify how teachers can support ATL.

• Recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.

This interactive session bridges the gap between social-emotional learning (SEL) and restorative practices to create a cohesive, human-centered school culture. Participants will move beyond isolated "programs" to explore how these two frameworks work in tandem to foster belonging, equity, and accountability. By aligning CASEL’s systemic SEL competencies with restorative mindsets, educators will learn to build proactive communities that can effectively navigate conflict and repair harm without relying on punitive measures. 

This interactive session bridges the gap between social-emotional learning (SEL) and restorative practices to create a cohesive, human-centered school culture. Participants will move beyond isolated "programs" to explore how these two frameworks work in tandem to foster belonging, equity, and accountability. By aligning CASEL’s systemic SEL competencies with restorative mindsets, educators will learn to build proactive communities that can effectively navigate conflict and repair harm without relying on punitive measures.

Outcomes:

• Review the PTKLF Physical Development domain for children aged three to five-and-a-half years.

• Build an understanding of the Physical Development domain.

• Discuss how the PTKLF are representative of children's cultures, languages, and lived experiences.

• Identify how teachers can support children’s learning and development in physical development.

   

These virtual sessions will offer an opportunity to learn from guest speakers in the education field, collectively discuss current trends and relevant data related to inclusion topics, and collaboratively network with other educators

Audience: Staff who lead in early learning settings with students between 0-5 years of age.

Registration for future CoPs can be found below

CoP 4

Date: 3/11/27

Registration: https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Event/1299

CoP 5

Date: 4/29/27

Registration: https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Event/1300

Learn how to navigate SEIS from the dashboard alerts to IEP/IFSP forms to data reporting fields. This training focuses on teachers and providers new to SEIS, but all are welcome.

These virtual sessions will offer an opportunity to learn from guest speakers in the education field, collectively discuss current trends and relevant data related to inclusion topics, and collaboratively network with other educators

Audience: Staff who directly support in early learning settings with students between 0-5 years of age

Registration for future CoPs can be found below:

CoP 4

Date: 3/16/27

Registration: https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Event/1306

CoP 5

Date: 5/4/2027

Registration: https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Event/1307

2-Part Series

Outcomes:

• Review the components and structure of the Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.

• Discuss how to utilize and apply information from Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.

• Reflect upon and share about personal culture influences in the early childhood setting.

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.

How can teachers easily and effectively build language proficiency for their English learner/emergent bilingual students throughout their daily lessons? 

This interactive four-session series provides teachers with a construct and set of strategies that can be effectively integrated into existing lessons and practices. Aligned to Principle 2 of the English Learner Roadmap and the English Learner Toolkit of Strategies, participants will learn to effectively identify and address the strengths and needs of English learner/emergent bilingual students by providing targeted scaffolds and supports. Participants will develop strategies to actively engage students in all four language domains (listening, reading, speaking and writing), deepening students’ use of sophisticated academic language and tapping into their linguistic genius. Teachers will be prepared with tools and resources to implement in their classrooms.

Session 1: January 26, 2027

Session 2: February 22, 2027

Session 3: March 30, 2027

Session 4: April 27, 2027

All sessions will be VIRTUAL from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. A zoom link will be shared with participants following registration completion.

Audience: Elementary Classroom Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Tosas, EL Leaders

Note: This event is geared toward elementary educators; however, the concepts could be valuable to secondary teachers and coaches seeking a deeper understanding of ELD. A hard copy of the toolkit is available to participants, but will need to be picked up at the Sacramento County Office of Education.

2 Part Series

Outcomes:

• Review the components and structure of the Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.

• Discuss how to utilize and apply information from Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.

• Reflect upon and share about personal culture influences in the early childhood setting.

When student behavior is intense, complex, and high-stakes, common strategies often fall short. This training goes beyond surface-level approaches to focus on individualized, skilled interventions that truly make a difference. You'll learn practical tools that are often overlooked or misapplied in schools - strategies that help, not just manage, the most challenging behaviors. Special attention will be given to supporting students with trauma histories, mental health concerns, and those with extensive behavioral and developmental needs. Through case studies, discussion, and hands-on problem-solving, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of how to support students who need more than just the basics.

Presenter(s)

• Tara Zombres, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Education Specialist and Behavior Analyst

Intended Audience

• Special education teachers
• General education teachers supporting students with behaviors

This registration is for SESSION 1

• BH025: Virtual - Session 1 of 2 (2 hours) 1/27/27    2:00 PM-4:00 PM

** NOTE **Part 2- requires separate registration

• BH026: Virtual - Session 2 of 2 (2 hours) 3/10/27    2:00 PM-4:00 PM 
• https://proflearn.scoe.net/Home/Register/1278

Participants Will

• Identify why common behavior strategies often fail in high-stakes situations
• Analyze the impact of trauma, mental health concerns, and extensive behavioral needs on effective behavior intervention through guided discussion
• Troubleshoot common misapplications of behavior strategies and learn how to adjust interventions for better outcomes
• Develop a deeper understanding of individualized, research-backed interventions for students with complex needs
• Collaborate and discuss barriers and solutions to developing and implementing tailored intervention plans for complex student behavior

 Make every dollar count! Explore allowable uses of ELOP funding, strategic budgeting, braiding funding sources, and long-term sustainability planning. Review practical examples and leave with ideas to maximize resources while maintaining high-quality programming.

The Paraprofessional Role: Supporting Instruction, Behavior, and Student Success (New!)

Paraprofessionals play a critical role in supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in special education settings. This training provides foundational knowledge and practical strategies to help paraprofessionals effectively support instruction, behavior, and student independence. Participants will learn how disabilities impact learning, clarify their roles and responsibilities within the classroom, and understand how to support students using proactive strategies, prompting, and consistent communication. This training emphasizes teamwork and consistency to ensure all staff are working together to support student success.

In Short- Learn how disabilities impact learning, clarify their roles and responsibilities within the classroom, and understand how to support students using proactive strategies, prompting, and consistent communication.

Presenter(s)

• Samson Mai, M.A., School Psychologist

Intended Audience

• Paraprofessionals/Instructional aides
• Special education staff
• General education teachers working with paraprofessionals

Sessions-  Virtual (1.5 hours)

Participants Will

• Understand how disabilities and developmental levels impact student learning
• Identify the roles and responsibilities of paraprofessionals within the classroom
• Apply prompting strategies to support student independence and engagement
• Recognize how behavior communicates student needs and how to respond effectively
• Implement proactive strategies to support student success during daily routines
• Describe how data collection supports student progress and instructional decisions
• Use effective communication strategies to collaborate with teachers and support staff

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.

After attending this session, educators and leaders will engage in discussion and activities to help build their skill sets in preventing, supporting, and repairing with students and adults in crisis. Participants will understand some of the neuroscience behind stress, conflict, and crisis, and will explore the seven stages of the crisis cycle.