March Current Events!
"Where Students Come First!"

March 2024
Computer Science
Spring into CS Summit
We're thrilled to present an exceptional professional learning opportunity, happening just around the corner! Join us at the Sheraton Hotel at the Sundial Bridge in Redding on March 16th for the Spring into CS Summit, brought to you by the EWIG Computer Science Grant (Seasons of CS).
In collaboration with Butte County Office of Education, CS4NorCal, and Stanislaus County Office of Education, this summit aims to advance equitable and scalable K-12 computer science education through in-person collaboration, hands-on activities, and top-notch professional learning sessions!
Explore the details in the flyer below and secure your spot by registering for this fantastic event as soon as possible!
Important Accountability Information for District and School Site Leaders
GETTING READING RIGHT FOR 2024-2025!
We are so excited to announce the dates and times of our
2024-25 Getting Reading Right North State Consortium.
Register early to ensure your spot in this highly popular regional training!
Neuroscience for Transformative Education
Free virtual Training!
School Climate
Restorative Practices
Teacher Intro to Systemic SEL
Foundations of Restorative Practices
Nurtured Heart Training
Butte Schools Counselor & Social Work Institute
Increase Student Engagement by Integrating the Arts in Your Lessons
Spring Early Learning Conference
The Democracy Project
Far North Ethnic Studies High School Symposium
Contact: Lily Chang or Kendra Tyler
PD for Educators of English Learners
TIERED SUPPORT FOR MULTILINGUAL STUDENTS
Improving Outcomes for Multilingual Students with Exceptional Needs
Building Your Toolkit
EPiCC- Effective Language Acquisition Programs
EPiCC - Integrated and Designated ELD for Secondary Teachers
EPiCC - Centralizing the Needs of English Learners
EPiCC - Upper Elementary Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy
EPiCC - Leveraging Elementary Academic Text to Deepen Language Proficiency
Multilingual Learner Network
Great Opportunities for Everyone!
Expository Reading & Writing Course through CSU Chico
Shasta COE & CSU Chico offer two intro courses for teacher certification in the Expository Reading & Writing Course (ERWC). Two CEUs available. Two options to attend: Virtual and In Person
Universal Pre-K and Early Education!
CalNEW Webinar Series
In this series of webinars, expert practitioners and researchers will share their knowledge on emerging best practices, resources, and knowledge that support newcomer education. The webinars are a project of the California Newcomer Education and Wellbeing Program, an ongoing initiative administered by the California Department of Social Services in collaboration with the California Department of Education. Webinar planning is conducted by the Californians Together technical assistance team, and all webinars will be recorded and posted on the California Newcomer Network.
- TECHNOLOGY -
Canva for Education
This two-part series is available to all CA teachers, administrators, counselors, and paraprofessionals for free and is a Seasons of CS Orientation. As such, when both Part One and Part Two sessions are attended, it can apply toward a $125 stipend. Attend the session to hear details and/or reach out to Carrie Heyrend at cheyrend@bcoe.org for further information. Recordings are not available post-session.
Reimagining Education Experiences through Technology
Educational Technology sessions provided by Butte County Office of Education's Educational Technology Department are eligible for college credit via University of the Pacific, Benerd College. The UOP course is titled Reimagining Educational Experiences through Technology and participants have the option to choose 2, 4, or 6 units based on the pathway(s) they select! Visit bit.ly/edtech-info to learn more!
BCOE Educational Technology Exchange
Are you aware that the Educational Technology Department has its own lending library of technological equipment ready for use in your classroom? Browse and share the public slides found at bit.ly/edtech-exchange in order to understand all the ins and outs of this FREE resource!
- STUDENT CAREER EXPLORATION -
Crack the Career Code
ROP Dental Specialty Courses
❗ MORE BCOE OPPORTUNITIES ❗
About the CDS Team
Email: jspencer@bcoe.org
Website: https://cds.bcoe.org/
Location: 2491 Carmichael Drive, Suite 400, Chico, CA, USA
Phone: (530) 532-5806
Philip James
Administrator of Special Projects
Mele Benz
Administrator of Special Projects
Lily Chang
Coordinator of Continuous Improvement
Erica Gorden
Tricia Grunerud
Sheri Hanni
Minden King
Shelle Peterson
Matthew Reddam
School & Community Mental Wellness Advisor
Michelle Sanchez
Senior Director of Special Projects/District Support/Charter Oversight
Jennifer Spangler
Coordinator of Arts Education
Jeanette Spencer
Senior Advisor for District Support & Educational Leadership
Maryanne Taylor
Senior Director of Special Education
Mary Rose Wallen-Monney
Librarian of Record
Nick Wilson
Karrie Coulter
Continuous Improvement Coordinator
kcoulter@bcoe.org
Melissa Dolan
Senior Administrative Assistant
Maria Bravo
Senior Administrative Assistant