California Department of Education News
The California Department of Education oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system that is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools.
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Summer Meal Site Application
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Urges Agencies to Apply to Become Summer Food Service Program Sponsors.
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California's Annual State Application for 2012
Annual State Application under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is to be submitted by May 10, 2012, for federal fiscal year (FFY) 2012.
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National School Counseling Week
Information regarding National School Counseling Week, February 6-10, 2012, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).
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Antiseizure Medication Law Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions pertaining to SB 161 antiseizure medication law.
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Major Changes to School Meals
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Applauds New Nutrition Standards for School Lunches.
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ACCS Meeting Notice--Advisory Commission on Charter Schools
Meeting notice for the February 8, 2012, Advisory Commission on Charter Schools Meeting.
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Educator Excellence Task Force
Torlakson Launches Effort to Boost Educator Excellence.
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Blue Ribbon Schools Named
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Nominates 35 California Schools for National Blue Ribbon Honor.
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National Teacher of the Year Nominee
California Teacher of the Year Chosen as Finalist for National Teacher of the Year Title.
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SBE Webcast Archive for January 11-12, 2012 Meeting
Past meeting webcasts of the California State Board of Education (SBE).
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Reaction to State of the State Address
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Comments on Governors State of the State Address.
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Revision of the Mathematics Framework
Letter requesting assistance in recruiting individuals for membership on the Curriculum Framework and Evaluation Criteria Committee for the revision of the Mathematics Frameworks.
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English Language Development Standards
Alignment of the English Language Development Standards with current English Language Arts Standards.
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Public Urged to Observe Korematsu Day
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Urges Public to Observe Fred Korematsu Day,
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SBE Meeting Live Webcast for January 11-12, 2012
State Board of Education Meeting Live Webcast for the January 11-12, 2012 meeting.
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Revised Item 5 Addendum for the SBE Meeting Agenda for January 11-12, 2012
Revised Item 5 Addendum for the Agenda for the California State Board of Education (SBE) meeting to be held on January 11 and 12, 2012.
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SBE Numbering and Charter Submission Package
This page lists dues dates for submitting Charter Submission Packages for charter school numbering by the State Board of Education. It also lists required items, FAQs and helpful information.
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Local Educational Agency Accountability Report Card
An Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) required annual districtwide summary report of student assessment results, high school graduation rates, teacher qualifications, and other indicators.
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Reaction to Proposed State Budget
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Comments on Governor's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2012-13.
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Final Highly Qualified Teacher Workshop for 2011-12
Announcement regarding the final Highly Qualified Teacher Workshop for 2011-12.
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