The CALPADS Network provides an opportunity for sharing "best practices" while communicating updates on CALPADS business rules. Participants will be provided with resources to support the work of data quality and learn how CALPADS data impacts funding, accountability, etc. 

All sessions will be offered as a hybrid event.  Attendees who attend in person will be offered a bonus session from 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Based on The 6 Types of Working Genius, this session introduces a simple, practical framework for understanding how people naturally contribute to work. Participants will learn about the 6 geniuses, complete a self-evaluation to identify their own working geniuses, then explore the strengths of each type and how they show up across different phases of a project.

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your own strengths, greater appreciation for how others contribute, and practical ideas for assigning tasks based on team strengths.

¡Hola! We invite you to learn common phrases and language to use with colleagues, family and friends.  

Join us for a fun conversational practice using everyday language, sharing about yourself, and 

expand your vocabulary with new words and phrases.

Embark on a joyful journey in the Spanish language making new friends! ¡Vamonos!

Participants will develop speaking and listening skills that can be used in personal and professional settings.

Join us for an engaging session to explore the dynamics of our multi-generational workplace. In this session, we’ll chat openly about the common generational stereotypes that often make us chuckle, while also unpacking the underlying differences in communication styles, work approaches, and views on technology and leadership. Through lively discussions and shared laughter, we'll identify practical strategies for bridging these generational gaps to create a more connected, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. Whether you're a Baby Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z, this session will equip you with insights and tools to foster stronger relationships and more effective teamwork across generations.

This series is designed to support Early Learning (birth through grade 3) teams of teachers, coaches, and administrators with designing and delivering hands-on, age-appropriate math experiences driven by curiosity and inquiry. These sessions also focus on developing a growth mindset in mathematics through immersive experiences and reflection.

Session 1:                                                     

December 7, 2026 - 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM   

David P. Meaney Education Center

10474 Mather Blvd

Mather, CA 95655

Session 2:   

January 22, 2027 - 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM 

SCOE Conference Center 

3661 Whitehead Street, Suite 100

Mather, CA 95655  

Session 3:   

March 2, 2027 - 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM 

David P. Meaney Education Center

10474 Mather Blvd.

Mather, CA 95655

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.

Part 2: UDL Refresher

Select one 1.5 hour virtual session - Reflecting on UDL & renovating learning centers with UDL in mind

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.

This class provides employees the knowledge and skills to handle the following emergencies: scene safety, primary patient assessment, Adult CPR, choking, the use of an AED, bleeding control, shock management, diabetic emergencies, heart attacks, strokes, traumatic injuries, sprains, strains, and fractures.  The certificate is good for two years.

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.

Join this interactive Canva session where learning happens by doing. Explore key Canva features while working on your own projects, experimenting with design tools, and sharing ideas with others. This collaborative workshop encourages creativity, play, and peer learning—perfect for building confidence and picking up practical tips you can use right away.

Content will be tailored to participants' needs, interests, and goals. Together, we'll work through questions as they arise, explore exciting new Canva features and discoveries, troubleshoot challenges, and adapt the session based on what participants want to learn. Whether you're looking to master the basics or discover advanced tips and tricks, you'll leave with practical skills you can immediately apply to your own designs.

We invite all new and returning LCRS LEA/site Administrators, Grant Leads, and/or Designees to join us in September for a leadership session focused on setting up for success in the LCRSET Grant. Learn from an experienced Principal and Coach team who will share their story and the conditions they set up for their site to be successful to make the move to Science of Reading. Their culture and practices include evidence-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment, collaboration, and data dives.

At the December session, administrators will receive a preview of the California Reading and Literature Project's Signature Course Results: Foundational skills for teaching word recognition and fluency. By the end of the session, administrators will gain an overview of the content that their Literacy & Dual Language Coaches will be learning throughout the year.

Who: Site and LEA Administrators, Grant Leads, and/or Designees. Principal/ Coach teams are also encouraged to attend.

Date: December 9, 2026

Times: (Please choose one)  9:00am - 10:30 am OR 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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.

Math is shaping the systems that govern our world—from AI and elections to opportunity and public policy—yet most adults feel shut out of it. That’s not just an education issue; it’s a civic one. Join our global movement of communities that are reconnecting with math as a tool for participation, power, and opportunity. We also invite you to take our Count Me In Challenge: a 30-day journey to build a new relationship with math rooted in confidence, wonder, and possibility. There’s power in numbers. Can we count you in?

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.

Sisters in the Wind, by Indigenous author Angeline Boulley, tells the story of Lucy, a young woman who has been navigating the foster system since her father’s death five years ago. Along the way, she uncovers long-buried truths her father tried to hide, most notably, her Ojibwe heritage and a complicated family history. Lucy soon realizes that she may have relatives who could offer what the foster system never could: a true sense of home, safety, and belonging.

-Description adapted from Blog on Indian Affairs review of “Sisters in the Wind”

The Growth Track Book Club provides a space for SCOE employees to engage in conversations around diversity and practice empathy through learning about others’ diverse lived experiences and perspectives. In Growth Track Book Club, we practice the art of “staying curious” as we delve into complex and difficult conversations in a safe space.

 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.

The Capital Regional Assessment Network (CRAN) is more than just a meeting—it’s a vibrant community of assessment and accountability professionals from across the 14-county Capital Central Foothill Area Consortium (CCFAC) and beyond.

Led by the Sacramento and Placer County Offices of Education—with support from COE partners and local educational agencies (LEAs)—CRAN brings together smart minds, shared challenges, and fresh ideas.

Each meeting is a chance to learn, laugh, and connect. Whether you're troubleshooting tricky testing logistics or celebrating a new data dashboard, CRAN is the place to bring your questions, swap stories, and spark ideas with fellow coordinators. Come for the updates, stay for the camaraderie—and leave with tools, insights, and maybe even a few new friends.

• This meeting will run 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM and lunch will be included/provided
• This community meets six times a year.

Looking for targeted, hands-on PD? Join our CPE/STEAM Workshops on the power of trees, designed for all early childhood educators (center-based, family child care, Head Start, FFN).

This 2-Hour In-Person Workshop Includes:

• Interactive presentation on a STEAM topic

• Hands-on Tinker and Take session

• Tools you can use right away

• Aligned with CA Preschool Learning Foundations (PTKLF

Participants will:

• Develop an understanding of tree anatomy

• Identify strategies for supporting children 0-5 in the Life Sciences

• Identify strategies for documenting and communicating our learning to deepen our understanding of STEAM content

During this one-day, instructor-led course, students will learn how to perform advanced calculations; use advanced functions, including IF and VLookup; use sort and filter options; create Excel tables; create Excel templates and themes; create pivot tables and pivot charts; create and modify charts; and use Excel Sparklines.
Features and functions in Office 365 and Office 2019 / 2016 are nearly identical. For this reason, users for all three versions (365, 2019 and 2016) attend the same class. The instructor will explain the few visual differences

We are excited to offer this technology training to SCOE staff at no cost. Because space is limited and seats are funded in advance, we ask that you cancel at least 5 business days before the training date if your plans change, or alternatively have another team member attend in your place. To help us make full use of our budget and training spots, departments will be charged a $180 fee for no-shows or late cancellations. Please ensure you have approval from your department director before registering.

If interested, here’s what you need to do:

1. Prior to registering, seek approval from your department director.

2. Upon approval, register.

3. Attend the training.

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

This class provides employees the knowledge and skills to handle the following emergencies: scene safety, primary patient assessment, Adult CPR, choking, the use of an AED, bleeding control, shock management, diabetic emergencies, heart attacks, strokes, traumatic injuries, sprains, strains, and fractures.  The certificate is good for two years.

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.