🏆 Meet Kristy Candelaria, teacher at John Baldwin Elementary in San Ramon Valley USD. She's a finalist for Contra Costa County's Teacher of the Year Program! 🍎 County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey recently visited her classroom to honor her.
#TeacherOfTheYearFinalist

🎉 Happy School Principals Day! 🏫🍎 Shoutout to the educational leaders in our county! Your dedication and hard work in guiding our schools every single day is truly appreciated. 📚👩‍🏫👨‍🏫
Read Message from County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey: cccoe.k12.ca.us/news/news_pres…

🌟 CCCOE & school districts throughout the county celebrated Classified School Employees of the Year (CSEY)! 8 remarkable individuals were chosen to represent our county in the State of CA's CSEY program. The winners were selected from a pool of 26 nominees! 🏆👏
#CCCOECSEY2024

🎉 It is International Dance Day! 💃🕺 Turn up the volume & dance at your desk or in your car to your favorite tune. Dance brings joy & expression to the world. So, let loose and dance like nobody's watching! 🎶 And remember, dancing is a stress reliever & a mood changer! 💃

🎉🍴 A big shoutout to our amazing school meal providers! From keeping the kitchens spotless to prepping nutritious meals and serving with a smile, your dedication doesn't go unnoticed. You're not just making meals; you're making a difference in our kiddos' lives! 💖

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 Let's celebrate school admins for their hard work in keeping our schools running smoothly. They're the glue holding everything together. Thank you, admins of Contra Costa County, for all you do! 📚 #AdminAppreciation 🙌

🎉 Exciting News from Project ARISE! 🎉
We presented at the ACSA Equity Institute in LA. 📚✨
Participants were thrilled about the prospect of transforming literacy education.
💪 Enroll now! bit.ly/projectariseca
#ProjectARISE #LiteracyThroughEquity #EducationalEquity

🎶 Meet Jennifer Martinez, Director of Bands at Pittsburg High, PUSD Teacher of the Year, & Finalist in the County's Teachers of the Year program. 💫Over 18 years, she's transformed the band program, expanding it to over 250 members w/ multiple ensembles. #CCCTOY2024

🌟 Meet Michelle Goode, Inclusion Specialist at Orinda Union Elementary School District and Teacher of the Year Finalist for Contra Costa County's TOY program! CCCOE made a surprise visit to her classroom with the news.
#InclusionMatters #CCCTOY2024 #TeacheroftheYear

🌟 Meet Nicole Vicknair! 📚 She's a teacher at Bidwell Continuation High School in Antioch, a Teacher of the Year for Antioch USD, and a Teacher of the Year Finalist for Contra Costa County! CCCOE surprised her with the exciting news.
#Inspiration #TeacherSpotlight #CCCTOY2024

🌍🌱 Happy Earth Day 2024! 🎉 Explore resources for your environmental education lessons and activities, adaptable for all ages and settings. Educators, discover valuable tools from earthday.org: earthday.org/education-reso… #EarthDay #EducationForAll 📚🌿

🌿📚 It's National Environmental Education Week! Let's celebrate by engaging in citizen science, spending time outdoors, and embracing hands-on learning. Educators, find K-12 resources at this NEEF link: neefusa.org/what-we-do/k-1… #EEWeek #EnvironmentalEducation 🌎🍃

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Week! 🌟 As we celebrate from April 21-27, let's give a big shout out to the incredible school admins in our county. They're the unsung heroes, working tirelessly to ensure our schools operate seamlessly. We could not function without them!📚

👏2024-25 County Teacher of the Year Finalists Announced:
🏫Kristy Candelaria (San Ramon Valley USD), Michelle Goode (Orinda Union Elementary SD), Jennifer Martinez (Pittsburg USD), Nicole Vicknair (Antioch USD)
📣Read more: bit.ly/3UoRMDX 🏫

🎉 On April 16, 1862, Lincoln signed the Compensated Emancipation Act, ending slavery in D.C. Parades celebrated freedom. Learn more: whitehousehistory.org/emancipation-d…

📚 Unlocking Literacy: Integrating Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Development 🌟
Join us for our Executive Functions in Literacy course, where we delve into the multifaceted skills essential for reading success. #ProjectARISE #ExecutiveFunctions #EducationEvolved @turnaround

🍎👩‍🏫 It's Public School Volunteer Week! 🌟 Let's honor parents & caregivers for their vital support in school and at home. #ThankYouVolunteers 📚👏 #PublicSchoolVolunteerWeek

🚨 Job Opportunity Alert! 🚨
Seeking Adult Ed Teacher - Woodshop. $64,917-$130,577 annually. Apply by April 17. Full-time. Inspire, empower, educate!
Learn more and apply today: edjoin.org/Home/JobPostin…
#CCCOE #Woodworking

🌟 Meet Tori Witty, a Special Education Teacher at Iron Horse Middle School! 🌟 Named one of San Ramon Valley USD's Teachers of the Year, Tori's dedication hasn't gone unnoticed. County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey recently visited Tori's classroom to congratulate her!👏

🌟 Meet Katie Watson, whose passion for teaching runs deep. Inspired by her mom and aunt, she's been shaping young minds at Miramonte High for 11 years. Recently named Teacher of the Year for the Acalanes Union HS District, Katie's impact extends beyond equations and formulas.