San Joaquin County Office of Education

Our summer camps at Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center would not be possible without our amazing staff!

Our team of naturalists, cooks, and maintenance workers ensure that students have the best experience at camp. From guided hikes to nutritional meals to clean cabins, the Sky Mountain team creates a safe and memorable environment for every camper. Thank you for your hard work and dedication! 🌲🍽️🏕️

SJCOE STEM

Due to the global technology outage, services provided by the SJCOE may be unavailable and responses to emails will be delayed. We apologize for any inconvenience.

⏰ APPLY TODAY! ⏰ The job opening for a Director of San Joaquin County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) closes this Wednesday, July 17.

Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent of Professional Learning and Support in partnership with the Governance Council of the San Joaquin County SELPA, you will provide educational and administrative leadership, guide the implementation of state and federal mandates for special education, and more!

🔗 Learn more and apply today: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1965920

We had a special visitor!🐥 The CAPC of San Joaquin County duck stopped by our offices to get ready for the 10th Annual Ducky Derby on August 16!

Get your ducks today at www.capcducks.com🐣

Here we go again… It’s time for Duck Around Town!!🐥🐣

Our little/big Duck is making its way to our local businesses and today's visit was at The San Joaquin County Office of Education. Stop by and say hi if you're in the neighborhood!!

Join us on August 16th for the 10th Annual Ducky Derby at Lincoln Center!😎🐥

Don't miss your chance to win the GRAND PRIZE of $2,000 or FREE Chick-Fil-A for YEAR! Get your ducks today at www.capcducks.com!

Congratulations to the 2024 Friedberger Educational Fund scholarship recipients!👏🌟

This year's 20 outstanding high school seniors from schools within San Joaquin County were selected for scholarships that are collectively worth $65,000.

Besides high academic achievements, Friedberger scholarships also consider character, leadership, public service, and other criteria.

For a full list of scholarship awardees, go to sjcoe.org.

🌟 Exciting Career Opportunity! 🌟

We're seeking a director to plan, lead, and organize special education services within SELPA.

Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent of Professional Learning and Support in partnership with the Governance Council of the San Joaquin County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), you will provide educational and administrative leadership, guide the implementation of state and federal mandates for special education, and more!

Ready to make a difference? Learn more and apply today: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1965920

Students from across San Joaquin County are enjoying summer camp at Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center. ☀️🏕️

Campers are spending the four-day, three-night camp hiking around the lake 🥾, swimming 🌊, writing in nature journals 📝, learning archery 🏹, paddling canoes 🛶, singing songs around the campfire 🎶, and so much more!

Operated by the SJCOE STEM Programs, the new “Sky Mountain Summer Camp – Connect with Nature” helps students discover the natural world around them through hikes, activities, instruction, and art projects.

Please join us in congratulating Ana Murguia, the Special Education Programs Educator of the Month! 🎉

The 2023-24 school year marks the fifth year that Murguia has been a Special Education teacher, and we were excited to recognize her as Educator of the Month in May.

When asked what Murguia loves most about teaching, she stated, “I love seeing students make progress throughout the year. Seeing students strive to reach their goals makes me feel like I am truly making a difference.” 🧡

Murguia chose a career in education because she genuinely loves being with students and helping them learn.

🚑 A fun fact about Murguia is that prior to becoming a teacher, she was an EMT for eight months!

The San Joaquin County Office of Education will be closed today in observance of July 4th.🇺🇸 We wish you a safe and fun holiday!

For cooling center locations and tips to stay safe in the heat, visit sjready.org!

Redwood School has a new mural! The mural was commissioned due to a generous donation for the artwork. 🐻

Redwood is one of two special center sites offered through our Special Education Program. The school serves students ages six to 22, and emphasizes functional curriculum with an independent living, vocational education, and community based instructional delivery system.

Check out these tips to beat the heat during the excessive heat watch.
Make a plan to stay cool and be sure to check on neighbors, friends, and family to ensure they stay safe. Visit SJReady.org more tips and information.

Are you ready to hit it out of the park at National Night Out? ⚾️🌟 We are excited to host this year’s event at the Stockton Ports stadium with our partners from Downtown Stockton Alliance and Parents by Choice.

Join us on August 6 for an evening full of community resources, games and activities for kids, delicious food, and of course – a baseball game!

🗓️ Tuesday, August 6
⏰ Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
📍 Banner Island Ballpark
⚾️ Game starts at 7:05 p.m.

🎟️ The first 600 attendees will receive free entrance into the ballpark for the game.

📢 The SJCOE is hiring! We're looking for passionate teachers, speech-language pathologists, and administrators to join our team.

Please join us at our Certificated Job Fair on Thursday, July 11, from 2-5 p.m. 🗓️

🔗 RSVP now:

Certificated Job Fair Learn about certificated employment opportunities at the SJCOE!

The third annual Color the Summer Art Camp took over Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center this week! 🌲🎨

From gradients and shading to pastels and painting, 6th – 8th grade students from across the county were encouraged to explore and be creative!

Each of the twelve activities and crafts were rooted in the elements of art to expand students’ understanding of art principles before middle school and high school.

Color the Summer Art Camp held their day camps for 3rd – 5th grade students last week at Durham Ferry. 🖌️

The 2024 Annual Report is here! 🌟 We are excited to showcase our departments and programs, new initiatives, continued progress, and significant milestones.

To learn more about the programs and services offered by the SJCOE and the work we do to educate, innovate, and inspire, please read the report below!

🔗 https://bit.ly/sjcoe2024annualreport

📢 Join our team as the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services at the San Joaquin County Office of Education!

Under direction of the Deputy Superintendent of Professional Learning and Support, the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services will drive positive change in education by providing leadership in the areas of curriculum and instruction. Bring your expertise to support districts and foster academic success for all students.

If you are passionate about education and looking to take on a leadership role, apply today! https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1960161

📅 Application Deadline: July 5, 2024

🌱♻️ This week’s STEAM Camp at the Children's Museum of Stockton was all about environmental literacy! Hosted by the SJCOE STEM programs team, students from Stockton Unified School District learned how to reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle different materials.

Throughout the week, students learned how to upcycle everyday materials to give them a new purpose and help reduce our carbon footprint. Logan, a student at Kohl Open learned that he could make items from cardboard — even Thor’s helmet and hammer and Captain America’s shield!

Districts across San Joaquin County are working closely with the SJCOE STEM Programs department to focus on STEM education. From visiting outdoor education programs to engineering in the FabLab, districts are exploring new ways for students and teachers to engage in hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

🎥 Check out this video to see what STEM education looks like in Tracy Unified School District!

TUSD STEM FINAL

Did you know? On June 19, 1865 federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. June 19, Juneteenth, is recognized as a day to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

The San Joaquin County Office of Education will be closed today. Our offices will open again tomorrow at 8 a.m..

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! 🎓🌟

We look forward to seeing you embrace your future with courage, wisdom, and endless possibilities.

The SJCOE concluded our graduation season this past weekend with Discovery ChalleNGe Academy Class 15 and Teachers College of San Joaquin! In May, we celebrated the graduates from the one.Program, Come Back Kids and Building Futures Academy, Special Education programs, and Venture Academy Family of Schools.

📸 Graduation photos can be found in the photos section of our page.

In anticipation of Father's Day, students in Leslie Filio’s summer school class decorated cards and worked through a lesson highlighting words centered on Father's Day.

These fun activities allowed students to work on reinforcing skills, which is a key focus of the SJCOE Special Education Programs extended school year.

Filio's class is one of two at Evelyn Costa Elementary School, the newest school in Lammersville Unified School District. SJCOE Special Education Programs are also holding extended school year classes at other schools in the district, as well as in sites at Tracy Unified and Manteca Unified school districts and SJCOE-operated schools.

Congratulations to the 91 cadets who graduated fromDiscovery ChalleNGe Academy (DCA), Class 15! 👏🤩

During the ceremony on June 8, we celebrated the accomplishments of these students who have remained dedicated to improving their life and reclaiming their high school credits over the last five and a half months.

Many Class 15 cadets will return to their high school back on track for graduation, while 15 cadets crossed the stage to receive their high school diploma. 🎓

We are so proud of all they accomplished at DCA and all they will continue to achieve in the next chapter of their lives.

Educators are already preparing for the 2024-25 school year with the SJCOE Empowering Leaders for Excellence in Mathematics Education training. 📓✨

Last Thursday, administrators and math coaches from districts across the county came to the SJCOE to learn new skills and strategies for effective math instruction while focusing on how to effectively support math teachers in fostering positive and robust math learning experiences.

Offered by SJCOE Mathematics, the summer training will impact classrooms throughout the county, building a strong network of mathematics educators. 👏

Join Discovery ChalleNGe Academy (DCA) for one of their upcoming orientation days!

DCA is a free life-changing 22-week residential program in which teens, ages 16-18, can earn 65 high school credits to complete their diploma, and develop life skills that will help them get back on track to a healthy productive life.

For more details and to register for an orientation, visit iamdiscovery.org.

Are you deficient in high school credits? Discovery Challenge Academy is here to help! Join us at one of our upcoming orientation dates to learn how you can earn 65 high school credits and get back on track. Must be 16-18 years old and a California resident.

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn things around. Check out our website for more details and to register for orientation. iamdiscovery.org

UPDATE: This event has been cancelled. For more learning opportunities and professional development, please visit our website at sjcoe.org.
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Administrators – join us for our annual Administrators Summit this July! This inspiring day will be centered around academics, behavior, and social-emotional wellness.

📅 July 9, 2024
⏰ 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍SJCOE Wentworth Education Center, 2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton
▶️ Cost: $75 (breakfast and lunch included)

This year’s conference will also feature a keynote by Hamish Brewer, a globally recognized advocate who has built his reputation on results and performance.

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