San Diego County Office of Education

The San Diego County Office of Education celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month throughout June as part of our commitment to safety, inclusion, representation, and affirmation for all students. Find resources for LGBTQIA+ youth and families in our Pride Month resource guide. Find resources for LGBTQIA+ youth and families in our Pride Month resource guide, and look for the SDCOE contingent marching in the Pride Parade next month. https://bit.ly/49UbNK4

Transformational experiences for students go far beyond the classroom. Supporting physical health, mental health, and overall well-being is essential, and something as simple as clear vision can make a life-changing difference.

Each year, SDCOE partners with VSP Eyes of Hope to bring eye care directly to students in Juvenile Court and Community Schools (JCCS). VSP brings the exam room to our schools to provide students with the care they need, at no cost.

With the help of volunteer optometrists, students receive comprehensive eye exams, select frames, and often walk away with new glasses the same day or receive them in a few weeks.

For more than a decade, this partnership has helped break down barriers to eye care, ensuring students have the tools they need to see clearly and thrive.

Congratulations to Angela Cruz, a library media services technician, who's making a big impact on the lives of students at Stuart Mesa School in Oceanside Unified School District. She was named the 2026 California Classified School Employee of the Year in the Clerical and Administrative Services category!

Oceanside Library Technician Named State Classified Employee of the Year Angela Cruz, a library media technician in Oceanside Unified School District, was named the California Classified School Employee of the Year in the Clerical and Administrative Services category.

Congratulations to our 2026-27 San Diego County Teachers of the Year! These stellar educators were selected for their incredible passion, dedication, and impact they have on students. Each winner was surprised by SDCOE and SDCCU with the announcement at their school, classroom, or district office.
* Katie Andan, a 5th grade teacher at La Costa Heights Elementary in Encinitas Union School District
* Dr. Mark Jeffers, an English teacher at Mount Miguel High School in Grossmont Union High School District
* Robin Larson, a visual and performing arts teacher at PRIDE Academy at Prospect Avenue in Santee School District
* Mike Neumann, a visual and performing arts coordinator and film and broadcast journalism teacher at Southwest High School in Sweetwater Union High School District
* Stacy Williams, a teacher at Transition Resources for Adult Community Education (TRACE) in San Diego Unified School District

Learn more about our 2026-27 Teachers of the Year at https://bit.ly/4nyd52R.

ICYMI: SDCOE and Rady Children’s Health recently hosted a workshop for parents on reducing screen time and restoring balance at home. Check out the one-hour webinar that focused on positive experiences and how everyday moments of connection, trust, and belonging can buffer stress and support lifelong mental health. Experts offered simple, meaningful ways to help parents build resilience and make home a place of healing and strength.

Find this and other webinars and resources on SDCOE's mental health and wellness webpage. https://bit.ly/49KENnk