Sac County Office of Education releases guidance for schools to address Covid 19 for school restart. https://www.scoe.net/news/library/2020/june/02reopening_guidance/
Lucerne Valley Graduation in the beautiful high desert! Speaking to these students is so humbling. Congrats Class of 2020!
Homeless Students may get needed support from USDE! #ssda #BCOESchoolTies #CACYC https://edsource.org/2020/schools-would-get-1-billion-to-help-homeless-students-under-bipartisan-federal-proposal/632259
SSDA Board Members Kathy Granger and Linda Irving highlighted in “spot on” article about reopening. Happy Memorial Day Weekend! #ssda #acsa #casbo #cde
https://mobile.edweek.org/c.jsp?cid=25919821&bcid=25919821&rssid=25919811&item=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.edweek.org%2Fv1%2Few%2Findex.html%3Fuuid%3D753EB988-9B91-11EA-B3EE-956759D98AAA
Great to see SSDA member Lucerne Valley highlighted in EdSource today! #ssda #CAruraled #acsa https://edsource.org/2020/californias-smallest-districts-plan-socially-distant-in-person-graduations-this-spring/632066
Two great articles about what it might look like next year for schools. https://www.berkeleyside.com/2020/05/14/orderly-hallways-12-person-classes-berkeley-schools-could-be-unrecognizable-in-the-fall?doing_wp_cron=1589818723.4794890880584716796875 and https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2020-05-09/half-time-high-school-may-be-all-that-students-need #ssda. #acsa
Positive Staff Shout Out at Placerville Elementary! https://youtu.be/QHGQHayAvPU #ssda #CSEA #CASBO
Great Budget Planning Overview From Mike Fine at FCMAT. https://youtu.be/m4rWBeUe734
Great Message from Alview Dairyland reminding us to stay positive! #SSDA #ACSA
https://youtu.be/ZqIrcxhgEwA
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Small District Teachers are Awesome: caring, loving and student-centered. Thanks for all you do.
Happy Easter from SSDA Board! Get up and dance with us. #SSDA #ACSA #CDE #GavinNewsome
www.jibjab.com/view/make/jump/aa7ff075-4fb1-4339-bb43-13bb80896673
www.jibjab.com/view/make/happy/44f0808d-9133-4095-97d4-bca744c27f45
www.jibjab.com/view/make/were_not_gonna_take_it/247a94c6-f28c-4847-845b-0436f856a2f9
www.jibjab.com/view/make/roar_katy_perry/92b068b6-4fa8-441d-b496-a74edc380c87
More Distance Learning Resources!
https://info.ccsa.org/distance-learning
Students are contributing to the fight against the novel #coronavirus as one prints 3-D masks from his home printer. @DA_magazine
http://ow.ly/YJZc50z0wFK
Schooling and working from home are calling for a lot more screen time. For teens this could possibly lead to dealing with #cyberbullying. @unisefworld compiles a list of ways that teenagers can protect themselves during this time.
http://ow.ly/Pvb950z0wAG
Inspirational article about teaching in rural CA! https://ruralschoolscollaborative.org/stories/getting-into-the-groove-in-north-california-a-tutorial-for-future-rural-teachers
School closures due to the #COVID19 have given school officials more time to restructure the regular school day - including schedules. For some, there is work being done to create a school day where the duration of class time is the same for each class.
http://ow.ly/1TwE50z0wkD
@sesamestreet continues to shed light on topics that matter like beating #COVID19. Check out the fun and informative resoruces they have available.
https://www.sesamestreet.org/caring
Taking a break from your school work? Check out these 6 aquariums and zoo that are offering a live feed of animals during #COVID19Closures Better Homes & Gardens
http://ow.ly/OgXR50yY48L
@GetAlma is offering a series of live webinars to keep you on track with distance learning and communicating with parents and students. Click the link below to sign up for an upcoming webinar.
http://ow.ly/9Orm50z0h1F
School Pathways, LLC will be hosting a webinar tomorrow, April 1 at 1 p.m. (PST) to discuss how to manage and deliver Personalized Learning Solutions to students in Independent Study.
Register with this link:
http://ow.ly/q3tl50yY0Qx
The work that has been done in the past two weeks due to #COVID19 closures could not have been done without you. We appreciate that you are making us a priority #SSDA
ICYMI: @Google has released a toolkit for teachers to #TeachFromHome - if you are a teacher please check out the resources provided http://ow.ly/tgdB50yWMmR
To help small school District and Charter School supts and their staff connect with each other to ask and answer questions, share resources, and t talk, we have created the SSDA LinkedIn Group. Click here to access the page and join! https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13842962/
@boarddocs by @diligentHQ will be hosting a webinar at 1 p.m. to discuss how to hold a public board meeting during a crisis. Register with the link provided below EVEN IF YOU CANT ATTEND - the webinar will be recorded and sent to you! Thank you @boarddocs http://ow.ly/piQz50yWLdC
Day ?? of #quarentine and we are sure you have felt the stress of the #coronavirus. #YouAreNotAlone - here is how California students are trying to cope with the stress.
via @EdSource
http://ow.ly/PEsF50yVBdo
The SSDA website has a page for current job openings across the state! Be sure to take a look if a district in your area is hiring.
http://ow.ly/X7EQ50yVxlI
Do you have a students that is working on some cool art? Submit their project to the @CAStateFair students showcase competition!
Get more information here:
http://ow.ly/NoOt50yTERE
#StudentArtwork #CAStateFair #California
Distance learning for students with disabilities - @BetsyDeVosED releases a new resource.
@usedgov
#DistanceLearning #SpecialEducation
http://ow.ly/tjeL50yTEm5
Librarians come together to help teachers help their students.
via @EdDiveK12
http://ow.ly/327X50yTE81
President Trump has announced that standardized tests CAN be cancelled due to #COVID19 school closures.
via @USATODAY
http://ow.ly/UafC50yTDVI
A friendly reminder to #takecare as we enter a new week battling the #COVID19.
via @saddie_baddies
#MentalHealth #SelfCare
PARENTS! This is a difficult time for teachers who are having to adjust to a new way of teaching w/o your child's high fives and laughter! A teacher from South Africa decided to return the favor after parents send in photo's of children learning from home. http://ow.ly/TVYu50yR9f3
#RuralDistricts have different challenges they must overcome before schools can be closed.
#EqualityForsmALLSchools #EdSource
EdSource http://ow.ly/hPc750yO2Ku
Leading During A Crisis. John Maxwells free two part series will give you incredible guidance how to lead. Great for a walk n talk to help you! Part 2 at 9 am today
Part 1 here https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=514425619268300&id=48357502953&ref=page_internal&_rdr
Phys.org - How to make the best out of online learning during the #COVID19
http://ow.ly/p4Yz50yO0Ys
@usedgov has released a #factsheet to protect students' civil rights during #COVID19
#Webinar #civilrights
http://ow.ly/5ls950yO0A6
A New Jersey Principal decides to put a her spin on the Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme song while she and her school prepare for distance learning due to #COVID19 closures. A reminder that these trying times do not have to be endured without a smile https://youtu.be/ejQZ_1pM73c
Today is the first full day of the mandatory statewide STAY IN PLACE order issued by Gov. @GavinNewsom . The statewide order was issued in order to slow the rate of contagion for #COVID19 and encourage social distancing.
http://ow.ly/yGn650yR6nA
Keep calm because now there's an app for that! @TonyThurmond announces an app to find meals for COVID19 school closures.
http://ow.ly/zwNX50yQzQ8
#RuralSchool #CARural #COVID19 #SSDA
Social emotional learning during #COVID19 - how it can help you and your students during this time.
Via @EdSurge
http://ow.ly/BCNj50yQk59
Child care centers and schools in California will get $100 million to disinfect for #Coronavrius.
#EdSource #ChildCare #COVID19 EdSource
http://ow.ly/tkqf50yNZPv
Are you aware of the new California #COVID19 website? Get case numbers in real time, apply for #FMLA and get updated information.
https://covid19.ca.gov/
March is #WomensHistoryMonth - While this is a difficult time for our nation we can be confident that there are women making a difference for us to have a better tomorrow.
#WomenInHealth #WomenInHospitality #WomenInService
https://womenshistorymonth.gov/
To view guidence documents released by
@GavinNewsom
regarding meals, child care and distance learning click the link below. #COVID19 #SchoolClosures #K12 #SSDA
@CADeptEd
@TonyThurmond
https://cde.ca.gov/ls/he/hn/guidance.asp
Give your school therapists/counselors the resources they need to provide #teletherapy during school closures due to #COVID19.
#Telehealth #Teletherapy #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Coronavirus
Resource provided by @GTeletherapy
http://ow.ly/rc2F50yNYTm
@GavinNewsom decided not to close all California schools amid the #Coronavirus outbreak - here is why: http://ow.ly/hCqv50yNY2Z
#EqualityforsmALLSchools #COVID19 #EdSource
via @EdSource
Need legal advice on #COVID19 regarding your district? Contact Erickson Law Firm in Gold River (Near Sacramento) regarding paying employees, "soft-closures" and more. Visit our newsroom page for more details.
https://www.ericksonlaw.com/
#Coronavirus #CoronaInSchools #LegalHelp
While children are not considered to be in immediate danger of getting sick from #COVID19 they still spread the virus.
Medical Xpress - Medical and Health News
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-03-children-sick-covid-virus.html
Teachers. Free how to use zoom tomorrow
https://twitter.com/alzina_amy/status/1239754796304699394?s=21
No wifi? No problem. Many wireless providers are offering reduced or in some cases free wireless internet for the next 60 days.
@TechXplore_com
http://ow.ly/Ivvu50yN38c
#Comcast #ATT #COX #CharterCommunications #COVID19 #FreeWifi
Bay Area is sheltering in place
https://www.kcra.com/article/bay-area-counties-california-order-shelter-in-place-covid-19-outbreak/31676855?src=app#
The CDC has released an updated guidence for K-12 schools as the #coronavirus spreads. Check out these resources and more by visiting the #ssda newsroom.
via @EdDiveK12
#CDC #COVID19
http://ow.ly/Q1Dk50yN2aB
https://www.ssda.org/article/202303?org=ssda
@khanacademy has released resources to keep teachers and parents on track amid the outbreak. To access free templates schedules and interactive content for most grades and most major subjects click here:
http://ow.ly/ZuJ450yMZmf
#COVID19 #ELearning #COVID19Resource
A school superintendent said something profound in his address cancelling school for the next 3 weeks. He said: In the end, it will be impossible to know if we overreacted or did too much, but it will be QUITE apparent if we under reacted or did too little.
Hear those words....
Great resources to use for school closures.
http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
Sacramento, CA) — With the health and safety of our students, educators and all our families as our top priority, the California Teachers Association recommends closing all public schools in California to support the containment of the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). CTA also urges state leaders to support school districts, families and communities with the challenges posed by COVID-19.
@edmentum hosts a webinar on how to support students during #SchoolClosures - listen to the webinar in its entirety by clicking the link.
http://ow.ly/tCL950yKvit
@edmentum | Edmentum
#Coronavirus #COVID19 #COVIDinSchool #SchoolClosures #SmallSchool #ADAMatters #RuralCA
ICYMI: @CADeptEd has received special federal approval that will allow districts to continue to
serve students lunch due to #Coronavirus related closures.
#DeptEd #Education #OnlineSchool #SSDA #COVID19
http://ow.ly/ORVB50yKiVR
#ADAMatters #SSDA #RuralSchools #RuralCA #EducationCuts
Rural Schools to receive more funding but only for a year unless congress permanently changes the programs eligibility requirements. @nytimes
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/04/us/politics/rural-schools-funding.html
The #SSDA Newsroom has #Coronavirus resources that are updated daily for you and your district. If you are an SSDA member log onto the portal to find templated emails and district specific communications. We are here to help you, help your students.
http://ow.ly/MqxS50yK6LY
Concerns over the #Coronavirus have prompted many schools to transition to remote learning. Some #EdTech companies are lending their support by offering free access to schools affect by the #Coronavirus. Check out a list of them here: http://ow.ly/E5n750yK686 #RemoteLearning
CALLING ALL THE HARD WORKING EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. We have just opened up registration for our upcoming workshops. This is our second year of putting on these collaborative and insightful two-day workshops - register today!
http://ow.ly/jMXP50yH5OV
CALLING ALL THE HARD WORKING EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. We have just opened up the dates for two of our upcoming workshops. This is our second year of putting on these collaborative and insightful two-day workshops - register today!
http://ow.ly/YVpi50yH5OT
Think you know how to wash your hands? This one minute video from UCLA Health may improve how you wash your hands!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4E7UkDlnvZA
Read about the Coronavirus strategy that one Washington state superintendent uses that you could learn from and implement in your own district.
#Coronavirus #Superintendents #Districts #CA
via @EdSource
http://ow.ly/uCUV50yH4JS
If you are STEM teacher then you might want to check out @usedgov's new STEM newsletter. Subscribe to the monthly newsletter here:
http://ow.ly/uEeC50yH2HO
Consider this a friendly reminder to those who have not yet completed their #FASFA. The Department’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) has announced transformative upgrades to https://studentaid.gov/ - check out the new tools available to help you now.
#FASFA #RuralSchools
#FactsNotFear as @ABC10 puts it. Know the difference between the flu, #coronavirus and seasonal allergies.
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#SSDA #CA #COVID19 #PublicHealth @WHO @CDCgov #RuralSchool
Excellent Summary of Corona Virus.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cI_D3ULz6-qoBRMND8dIVz-naW92MqATphBg5bQEIjg/mobilebasic
Did you attend the 2020 Annual Conference? If so, please take the online evaluation summary. Tell us the good and the bad - we are looking to make this your preferred conference of the year!
#SettingTheVisionForExcellence
Thank you for attending!
http://ow.ly/FdAF50yEaxN
The 2020 Friends of the Fair Scholarship program with the @CAStateFair is now live! With 14 scholarship categories this is a great opportunity to share with all of your students! Deadline to apply is March 12.
https://www.castatefair.org/scholarship/
While many of your students are not of age to #vote, they still may have been tuned into #SuperTuesday. To keep them engaged until they are of age check out these nine age appropriate classroom strategies on #politics. via @edmentum http://ow.ly/9m5i50yCKoa
#Engaged
#Proactive
#Leader
Today was the last day of our #SSDACon2020 and we could not describe our attendees, speakers or exhibitors any better. Not in attendance? You'll just have to wait until next year. #RuralEd #SSDA #Collaboration #StudentsFirst
DAY 2 of #SSDACon2020 - today we have workshops ranging from #HR to #SocialEmotionalLearning. We will be ending the night with a live band and DJ. Use the hashtag #SSDACon2020 for a chance to be featured.
Great kick off for #SSDACon2020 - stay tuned tonight for our keynote speaker @jesselovejoy1 from the @49ers EDU team.
Happy February 29th! Today we encourage you to take the extra day to focus on your #MentalHealth.
Here are 29 tips to get you focused on self care provided by: @UnspokenOrg
http://ow.ly/gwrc50ywE81
#LeapYear #LeapDay #Feb29
@CADeptEd reminds schools to update and adpot comprehensive school safety plans. Times have changed but our students safety has always come first - read @TonyThurmond newsroom letter update on the precautions you need to take by March 1, 2020. http://ow.ly/Gmgc50ywDH9
ATTN SSDA MEMBERS: Log onto the SSDA Members Only Portal to access important resources, communications and updates regarding the #Coronavirus #SSDA.
pepperpd.com/ssda
The Fresno County community of Parlier has faced chronic absenteeism and struggling to fund enough doctors for their residents. An experiment in the town has made small improvements in terms of health and education. http://ow.ly/ACeD50ywDb3
@NorthBayNews
One of best parts of SSDA’s 2020 Annual Conference is that you can win amazing prizes through our Exhibit Hall Raffle — Apple Airpods, iPads, Amazon Gift Cards, much more! If you’re not registered yet, it’s not too late — register now at SSDACon.org! #SSDACon2020
How often are you reaching for your Smartphone? Medical Xpress - Medical and Health News shares how you might just be ADDICTED and how this addiction can physically affect your brain.
http://ow.ly/SQaY50ywBii
It is the final week of #BlackHistoryMonth and we would like to share a powerful article where @ChimamandaReal touches on feminism for black women and being how she viewed being black in Nigeria. @JSTOR_Daily #Feminism #Knowledge http://ow.ly/5xEk50ywAnT
We’re a little less than a week away from SSDA’s 2020 Annual Conference, March 1-3, 2020, at the #Sacramento Hilton – Arden West. Check out all the great keynote speakers, PreConference sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities we have lined up at SSDACon.org!
California Humanities has announced their guidlines for a funding opp. through the California Documentary Project grant program in support of California’s next generation of documentary mediamakers. The deadline is Monday, March 16.
http://ow.ly/E1kM50yqVKe @california_humanities
Excited to be C-STEM Keynote Speaker at Univ of Redlands today.Coding and Robotics for All! #SSDA #CSTEM.#CARuralEd
Rural education leaders from across the state are set to meet at the FREE @CARuralEd summit on May 6 in McClellan, CA (Near Sacramento). Enjoy a student panel and discussion topics selected by members. Register here http://ow.ly/KLio50yqUiZ #CARural #RuralEducation #EdSummit
Walking while on your device can compromise your safety a lot more than you think. Walking to and from classes and even walking home .. We've all done it! Read about the findings provided by BMJ company
http://ow.ly/7Bzg50ymZbv
Special education gurus from the @tularecoe will present the PreCon session "Hot Topics in Special Education for Small School Districts" at the #SSDACon2020
Get your questions answered about IEP versus 504, manifestation and LRE. Register to attend now at http://ssdacon.org/
The SSDA office wishes we could bring our pets with us to work on #NationalLoveYourPetDay today. We are busy bees around the office preparing for #SSDACon2020 but cant wait to snuggle with our pets when we get home!
Dine.Shop.Explore.Connect all at our 2020 Annual Conference which is convinently located near Arden Fair , @ChickfilA , @Seasons52 and more! Register now http://ssdacon.org/
#SSDACon2020 #Sacramento
This week we learn about Dr. Shirley Jackson for our #BlackHistoryMonth highlight. Dr. Shirley Jackson developed the touch-tone telephone, the portable fax, caller ID, call waiting, and the fiber-optic cable. @Medium #ThinkGrowthINC #MIT
http://ow.ly/trUF50ymXlm
Dual enrollment allows for students in high school to take college courses. It has been shown that they are more likely to graduate high school and enroll in college. Listen to this webinar on what is next for CA when it come to dual enrollment. http://ow.ly/akND50ymWdN
EdSource
Learn how to "Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation" with @ElisaBostwick at our #SSDACon2020 March 1-3! Elisabeth is an educator, speaker and author, who has over 14 years of classroom experience. Register here: http://ssdacon.org/
#Eureka and #DelNorte schools are working with @humboldtstate Social Work on new $5 million dollar #MentalHealth grant. Money from the grant will help support students through the training of school social workers. @KRCR7 http://ow.ly/tkFG50ymUIe
#SmallSchools #SSDAMember
Get a great update on what is going on legislatively with keynote speaker Kevin Gordon, president of Capitol Advisors Group, on the morning of Tuesday, March 3rd during SSDA's 2020 Annual Conference! Register today at SSDACon.org!
#SSDACon2020
Want to be 'in the know' about upcoming changes to #charter authorizing laws? Then you should attend our Annual Conference. CCAP will be presenting the PreCon session "Charter 2.0: Partnering to Support Small School Districts and Beyond". Register at SSDACon.org
February is also career and technical education (CTE) month. CTE prepares students for high-wage and in demand careers. Learn about the national Career Clusters and the kind of fields they will lead you to. https://www.acteonline.org/career-clusters-2/
Via @actecareertech
Have you checked out the workshops being offered at SSDA's 2020 Annual Conference yet? Ranging from governance, technology, social/emotional learning, or student achievement, we have you covered! View them all and register at SSDACon.org!
#SSDACon2020
Many school districts in the State of California are taking the time to invest in counseling and it is paying off. As you read this EdSource article you will come to find that investing in college and mental health needs can result in higher grad rates.
http://ow.ly/OiPY50yjMLf
This weeks #BlackHistoryMonth highlight is on Ella Baker. @TheUndefeated puts her work into perspective by referencing #MLKJr as the 'head' of the civil rights movement and Ella Baker as the 'backbone'. Read more about her here: http://ow.ly/2v3N50yjDbW
Win or lose SSDA will continue to support the San Francisco 49ers . We are excited to have @JesseLovejoy1 Director of 49ers EDU and the 49ers Museum, as one of our keynote speakers for the SSDA 2020 Annual Conference. Register @ SSDACon.org #49ers
#BlackHistoryMonth week #1 highlight is on John Henrik Clarke. Clarke challenged the views of academic historians and helped shift the way African history was studied and taught. @BhmUK http://ow.ly/61LL50yckzb
2020: @CADeptEd working to include core ethnic studies in curriculum
February honors Black History Month. Once a week for the month of February SSDA will be highlighting African Americans who have created a spark, movement and change in history. #BlackHistoryMonth. For classroom activities check out @WeAreTeachers http://ow.ly/MYY650ychZO
For the final day of National School Counseling Week take a picture with this photo and post it using the hashtag #NSCW2020 - Check out the @ACSA_info to learn more.
Thank you all for supporting Small School Districts' Association! It is all about kids! Sincerely,
Helio Brasil
President SSDA
@TonyThurmond has announced that applications are now available for the Summer Food Services Program and Seamless Summer Option. These programs serve food to those 18 and under when school is out for summer break. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE MAY 15TH. http://ow.ly/y8fh50yc76n @CADeptEd
Continuing with National School Counseling Week, the theme for today is SHOW APPRECIATION. Take a picture with this photo and post it using the hashtag #NSCW2020
Two professors from University of Arkansas created a role-playing experience for students to learn what the citizenship process might be like for immigrants.
#empathy @UArkResearch @physorg_com
http://ow.ly/oInO50yamtx
It is National School Counseling Week 2020! The theme for Wednesday is OFFERING ENCOURAGEMENT! Take a picture with this photo if you are a counselor or click on the link to use the supporter photo and post using the hashtag #NSCW2020
http://ow.ly/7wGQ50y9CLZ
Did you know the state historically shared the cost of construction with school districts and 2/4 year colleges? Learn about this and more about the $15 billion proposed school construction bond.
via @EdSource
This article provided by @lalist tells you everything you need to know about the #Coronavirus | Read more here: http://ow.ly/magc50yak4F
Today kicks off National School Counseling Week.
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek by @ACSA_info highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have on students. Each day of the week has a theme. Today, take a photo with the sign found on the link below. http://ow.ly/wqY950y9C3b
#TeachToLead is hosting a two-day summit in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Teach to Lead Summits support teachers as valued experts in instruction and students' needs. Any teacher with idea is encoraged to submit ideas/apps by February 10. @TeachtoLead #TTLSummit
http://ow.ly/wcAY50y9xig
Educational Testing Services @ETSInsights has begun their search for their summer research internship program. Interns will be exposed to and will contribute to NAEP’s educational assessment efforts and innovations. Have your students apply at ETS Careers webpage.
@NAEP_NCES
Have you registered for our 2020 Annual Conference. Our Annual Conference takes place March 1-3 in Sacramento. You can register and get more information at SSDACon.org!
http://ssdacon.org/
Some of the most difficult moments are often the most important to talk about. Understand that this is a process.
Whether you are dealing with something personally or the loss of a role model like #KobeBryant - take care of your mental health. @saddie_baddies
#MentalHealth
@CADeptEd has released an update regarding the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum. The goal is to ensure that the curriculum is written to encourage cultural understanding of how different groups have struggled and worked together.
https://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr20/yr20rel06.asp
2020 marks the 20th anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. In light of this milestone @CADeptEd will conduct a webinar to address the growing response of America's schools to child trafficking on January 30th.
http://ow.ly/nFhp50y4hpt
The Office of Public School Construction will conduct free workshop to discuss how to be eligible to access Full-Day Kindergarten Facilities Grant Program Funding. Workshop is set for Feb. 25 and next round applications open April 1, 2020.
http://ow.ly/KC9I50y4glW
@CalifDGS
The Great Kindness Challenge takes place this entire week. @CADeptEd is encouraging teachers, staff and students to participate in the initiative presented by @KidsforPeace
Today we honor Holocaust Rememberance Day. Today we remember the pain and suffering millions endured, Learn about how you can observe from home. #HolocaustRemeberanceDay
http://ow.ly/6YhP50y2okA:
There are less than three days for a chance to submit a name for the Mars 2020 Rover! You can help vote or submit an essay to include the name of NASA's next rover:
http://ow.ly/Lv1U50y4euV
@NASA
#NameTheRover
#NASA
#ScienceEd
#SSDA
#ADAMatters
#SmallsGoBig
The possibilty of a new California State University may be closer than you think. With many of the 23 campuses around the state facing over crowding legistlature has funded a study to see whether and where the next one it be built.
http://ow.ly/oLWb50xXzLO
EdSource
Have you heard of Public Surplus? It is an online agency specifically created for public agancies selling suplus property! Sell anything from school buses, computers and chickens! This service is free to all SSDA members. To learn more contact alyssa@ssda.org #SSDA #PublicSurplus
In 2014 Kings Canyon Unified School District was the first to launch an all-electric school bus in the United States. Fast foward to 2020 see what other schools are placing orders and about the Volkswagen diesel settlement. @GreenCarReports
http://ow.ly/5Xzz50xXyok
California High School Rodeo Association contestants taught their rodeo skills to disabled youth in the area. Participants were able to engage in mock bull riding, barrel racing, goat tying and more!
http://ow.ly/kNVU50xXvEH
#Tehama
Connect your students to the right mental health services in your area. @sbh4ca provides you with a local guide that includes evidence based practices and creative collaborations.
#KingsCounty #LakeCounty #RiversideCounty #SantaCruzCounty
http://ow.ly/T0gO50xXwju
Schools today are closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here are a few meaningful ways to talk with your students tomorrow about why yesterday was not a 'just because' day off.
Via WeAreTeachers | @WeAreTeachers #MLKjr #MLK
https://www.weareteachers.com/martin-luther-king-activities/
Webster Central School District in New York has launched a student-run IT help desk. In doing so, students spanning from freshman to seniors have gained numerous benefits and giving them just the experience they need. http://ow.ly/3INk50xXur7
@EdDiveK12 #2020Classroom #SSDA
State Sup't @TonyThurmond appoints Elizabeth Dearstyne as Director of the School Fiscal Services Division. Read more about Dearstyne's career history - click here: http://ow.ly/ysUT50xXtmr
U.S. Secretary of Education @BetsyDeVosED announces that the @usedgov is taking steps to protect religious liberties on campuses and faith-based institutions. The departments proposed rule addresses 5 general areas of importance:
http://ow.ly/zdvz50xXqu1
Red Oak Elementary School in #VenturaCounty is one of the few schools to intoduce a new course on gender identity.
#2020Classroom California School News http://ow.ly/rnNr50xVcdk
Early education has been placed as a high priority by #CA Governor @GavinNewsom
The state has been facing challenges in sustaining and building on the progress that children make with PreK-3 alignment. What does this mean for the state? Your District? : http://ow.ly/d3xW50xVbsx
ICYMI: @GavinNewsom has proposed a nearly $1 billion budget to tackle teacher preparation and shortages. #Prop98 is also set to cover improving the performance in low-performing districts and expanding K-3 alignment. http://ow.ly/DcQ550xVaWB
Let’s Pass Proposition 13 and improve facilities for our students. Great article as to why?
https://www.bakersfield.com/news/big-changes-could-be-in-store-for-school-districts-if/article_5c5af05e-333f-11ea-a44d-73042126d9e6.html
Third grade reading proficency matters. Students who do not reach this benchmarch are four times less likely to graduate from high school on time according to an article on @educationweek
Learn how to make reading instruction much more efficient: http://ow.ly/voNP50xQrIw
#Reading
Let's get smalls and rurals noticed! @FulbrightTeach Teaching Research program provides an opportunity for K-12 educators to pursue individual projects, conduct research, and share their expertise with local teachers and students. https://oas.irex.org/fulbrightdast/Logon?ReturnUrl=%2ffulbrightdast
Statistics in Schools is offering resources unqiue to the grade or subject you teach. Subjects range from Sociology, Ell/ESl and Geography - just fill out this form: http://ow.ly/d7xr50xQq5p U.S. Census Bureau @uscensusbureau
@TonyThurmond announces that he has met with a group of educational partners to dicuss ways that Local Control Funding Formal accountability system is giving districts what they need in order to improve student outcome. ITS WORKING - Read more here:
http://ow.ly/OSB850xQpm2
New year, new goals! This a friendly reminder to get your Federal Student Aid application done sooner this year! Here is a link telling you everything you will need to get started! http://ow.ly/wBny50xQoLE
Bishop Unified School District is looking to fill a Superintendent position. There are 5 schools in the district & enrollment just over 2,000. To learn more check out the SSDA website: http://ow.ly/fOd850xOtqT To post a job in your district email corrie@SSDA #BishopUSD #CAJobs
2019 was quite a year for @HealdsburgHigh when two students launched a clothing and toy drive for children in Tijuana. The district also recieved WASC accreditation in February. SSDA spotlight story to come..
If you want to highlight your district email alyssa@ssda.org
The only germ SSDA wants you to infect you with is the #JOYGERM - today is #NationalJoygermDay. Joygerm Day is a reminder to be positive and spread kindness to those around you! What is going to be your joyful deed of the day? Let's may joy, contagious! http://ow.ly/A6az50xOsZX
Over the winter break @GavinNewsom signed Assembly Bill 48, which is the largest school construction bond in history. AB 48 will strengthen and upgrade school buildings throughout the state - this includes #rural communities.
#ADAMatters #AB48
http://ow.ly/415L50xM29F
2020 just might be the year where Rural California schools get their voices heard. Here is a documentary that focuses on the divide in California education by @EdDiveK12 http://ow.ly/oEkT50xM1vy
#ADAMatters #SSDA #CASSDA #SmallProblems #SmallEducation2020 #RuralEducation
New Year, New You - new nutrition for your school! The Dairy Council of California is kicking off the year with a #YouTube series, Ask A Nutritionist. Episodes will feature an expert providing free educational resources. #AskANutritionist @HealthyEating
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AQcpMjNhkk&feature=youtu.be
@ED_Sped_Rehab shares tookits designed to help families take part in literacy expierences at home.
Familiarize yourself on how to support students with reading needs here: http://ow.ly/Hctm50xM0Ba
@NCILiteracy
New year means new events! Check out the SSDA/CCAP authorization workshopos we have planned. Registration is free - all you need to do is sign up! Visit our newsroom now!
http://ow.ly/WIp550xFA4D
Rural Communities:Higher Unemployment; Decreasing Population; Personal Income Lower; Higher Poverty Rates.Enough of Reports!Let’s Do Something!
https://www.inforum.com/news/government-and-politics/4845845-New-USDA-report-paints-grim-picture-for-Americas-most-rural-counties
Great Video about CA Rural School challenges!Let’s keep fighting for our students! https://edsource.org/2019/rural-california-an-education-divide-documentary/621528
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM SSDA! We hope that you make this year YOUR year!
Proud to have some our members recognized as California Distinguished Schools! @AlamedaCOE @AchieveSupt ,Round Valley Elementary, Midway Elementary, Liberty Elementary (Sonoma) , Hickman Community Charter, and more!
https://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr19/yr19rel85.asp
Get a look at what is new for education in 2020. Here are the new laws covering topics ranging from cell phone use to suicide prevention:
http://ow.ly/LINe50xHzOY
A decade in review: A look at the last 10 years for the nation's schools.
http://ow.ly/t6u950xFylh
New hope for smalls as new school bond rules on march ballot could be a possible solution. Among other experts our Executive Director, @TimSSDA is quoted! Thank you @CalMatters for shedding light on smalls.
http://ow.ly/a4wc50xFxtY
As the year comes to a close, lets take a look at some of the best in 2019. Catagory: Free iPhone apps / Free Andriod apps
http://ow.ly/jxL750xFvCt
https://www.androidauthority.com/best-free-android-apps-329422/
Ever wondered how candy canes became such a staple for the holiday season? http://ow.ly/ZLhT50xHzZL - Check out this quick read.
Merry Christmas from the SSDA family to yours! We wish you and your family warmth and laughter today and everyday! 🎄🎅🎁❄️☃️
Merry Christmas EVE! Christmas Eve is a time where many spend it with their extended family. Here is a fast fact provided by the U.S. Census Bureau - Nearly $513 billion worth of goods were bought online by last December. That’s 10 percent of all retail sales. 😲
#themoreyouknow
The U.S. Department of Education announces recovery assistance for students and schools impacted by natural disasters in 2018 and 2019. @BetsyDeVosED decalres this for 13 states including California and specifically @buttecollege
http://ow.ly/jllW50xFwUM
Happy Hannukah from SSDA! If you didn't know Hannukah is celebrated starting today until Monday, December 30th. Click the link below to read up on more fun facts.
http://ow.ly/i3R350xFvor
@jewlearn
#Hannukah2019
SSDA is happy to hear about the return of stolen Central Valley High School District goat, Bella. Bella was returned home to the district farmunharmed. @CeresUSD @ceresunifiedschooldistrict
http://ow.ly/ZDFw50xBCS7
Do your holiday break the right way. Here are six ways @Inc details that will improve your brain and make you happier: http://ow.ly/X6fd50xFunD
Autonomy, competence, relating to others and relevance are some of the primary ways you can boost student motivation. @educationweek provides videos to help teachers see the importance in each of these elements. #2020classroom #adamatters #smallclassrooms http://ow.ly/ILAk50xBCh0
Students from @SCOESonoma speak at a press conference prompting lawmakers to recognize the effects of climate change. Some schools in Sonomas County have reportedly lost 40 instructional days over a two year period due to natural disasters. @CapRadioNews
It's National Hard Candy Day!! What a better way to celebrate then eating the most-popular hard candy of the season. Check out this article showing creative ways to in corporate #CandyCanes into your favorite treats:
https://www.5minutesformom.com/134118/50-ways-to-eat-candy-canes/
Penny Valley Union Elementary School District and @ShastaCoe are among the 57 recipients awarded at @CSBA_Now the 40th annual Golden Bell Awards. Learn more about ME (Meaningful Enrichment) and Richer High Shasta here: http://ow.ly/6UXE50xBy2Q
#2020Classroom #SSDAmembers #CSBA
The @CADeptEd and @SBECalifornia launched the 2019 California School Dashboard last week. The Dashboard is a fundamental piece of the state's school accountability program.The Dashboard includes the latest data on 2018-19 on your local district: https://www.caschooldashboard.org/
Does your small school know the importance of particpating in the 2020 US Census Count? Use the U.S. Census Bureau fact sheet and classroom activites to get them involved! Exactly how much does it snow in Snowflake, Arizona - find out here: http://ow.ly/K80u50xBrip
Today is national #CocoaDay! Read this article on 39 unexpected ways to enjoy chocolate! http://ow.ly/2lEl50xvGyU
By the way, we think this weather is a perfect excuse to drink a cup of hot cocoa.
Ideas brough to you by: Yumbles
Roughly 1/3 of California households in rural areas are subscribed to an internet service, compared to the 78% in urban areas. For students in #AlpaughUnified School District many students do not hvae an online connection once they get home.
http://ow.ly/RggX50xvFIb
Applications are now being accepted for the 2020 President's Enviromental Youth Award program and the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators. Applications for both programs are due January 15, 2020. http://ow.ly/Q30u50xvF9Q
@EPA
The @edreform recently published their rural education whitepaper. The report presents a series of ingredients CER deems necessary to transform education for rural populations in the United States.
http://ow.ly/kDhv50xvCRQ
November 11-17 will celebrate the fifth annual National Apprenticeship Week presented by @USDOL . Learn more about the value of apprenticeships and the commitment to expanision from @SStumpOCTAE here:
http://ow.ly/sVGc50xvBSF
#NAW #Apprenticeship
https://www.apprenticeship.gov
Nominees for the first annual RISE award will be announced in spring 2021. To nominate a canidate you must get in contact with @GavinNewsom office.
http://ow.ly/EBMK50xvBdZ
http://ow.ly/Giyh50xvBe5
#RISE #CaliforniaEducators @usedgov #RISEAward
There is an expanding opportunity presented by the Federal Register for replication and expansions of high-quality charter schools in rural communities. The application dealine is January 10, 2020. Click here to read more and apply: http://ow.ly/ppXM50xvxOZ
@CADeptEd #Charter
Great information on new education laws taking affect in January. https://edcal.acsa.org/7-new-laws-you-need-to-know
The @CADeptEd will be hosting a webinar tomorrow (12/2) at 2pm to discuss the new design of the Local Control and Accountability Plan template. Register with the link below. The event number is 669 046 688, and the password is 174082. http://ow.ly/tdGb50xvrEl
Quincy Junior Senior High School varsity volleyball team has been named Team of the Month by @NSCIF - Congratulations to all the wonderful and impactful women on the team! #Quincy #QuincyHS #Plumas Teamwork #SmallSports
http://ow.ly/WV4e50xraGQ
Registration is now open for SSDA's Board Training event on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at National University in Rancho Cordova, CA. This is a great opportunity to learn and collaborate with board members from smalls all over the state! Register here: http://ow.ly/cAQJ50xraNe
Want to see your student, teacher or school event featured online? Email alyssa@ssda.org for a chance to be on SSDA social media and website. SSDA wants to highlight all the great things going on in our districts! #ADAMatters #Spotlight
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is looking for youth emplyment programs that would like to join the Bureau's 2020 Youth Employment Sucess cohort. The cohort focuses on financial capablity products and services. 💰💳💲Learn more here: http://ow.ly/5paI50xr9Pg @CFPB
California is the fifth largest economy in the world. Why are we treating our public school students so poorly? Contact the Governors office and your state representatives and ask them to ensure our students receive, Full and Fair Funding!!
Roaming department stores on Black Friday not your family's thing? How about a trip to yoour local movie theatre?! Here are some links to check out what is set to release this week and what is already out:
@Fandango
http://ow.ly/Lg8950xk4aU
http://ow.ly/TRz750xk4aS
HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM ALL OF US HERE AT SSDA! Did you know that Minnesota, North Carolina and Arkansas were forcasted to raise the most Turkeys in 2017?! Keep fun facts like this going when you participate in the @uscensusbureau #2020Census
https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/sis/resources/thanksgiving-day-ff.pdf
The Legislative Analyst office predicted a moderate 4.2 percent increase in funding in the 2020-21 state budge. A small cost-of-living increase and mandated retirement contributions will take up most of the increase, not leaving much to spend. #Prop98
http://ow.ly/KiQv50xk1ho
The #SaugusHighSchool shooter used a 'ghost gun' when he fatally shot fellow students last week. Ghost guns are an increasing problem for law enforment as the guns are made from assembled gun parts and do not have a serial number. @WTOP #GunLaws
http://ow.ly/hvDY50xjZ7o
Ready to embark on your college journey? The @usedgov just released their #CollegeScorecard. You can use the College Scorecard to compare different schools from a 2 or 4- year degree program. Check out everything from financials to apprenticeships.
http://ow.ly/N5ct50xhve9
Looking for good reason to sign up for our 2020 Annual Conference? Well we've got 6! Our Keynote speakers will include @JesseLovejoy1 , @thomascmurray , @LupitaCAlcala , @ElisaBostwick , as well as Kevin Gordan and Jack O'Connell from Capitol Advisors. http://ssdacon.org/
The Egg Drop at Butteville Elementary School has been happening for more than 20 years. Students continue this tradition by gathering a variety of materials to protect their egg from the 70 foot drop. Mount Shasta Area Newspapers
http://ow.ly/95mt50xghxM
While the @CAStateFair isnt open for another 34 weeks (not that we are keeping track) applications for Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship Program are! The deadline to apply is March 3, 2020. #CaliforniaStateFair #RuralSchool #scholarship2020
http://ow.ly/kwqQ50xgfLE
It's #NationalRuralHealthDay ! Today we bring awareness to challenges that rural citizens face. National rural health day also focuses on the efforts of rural healthcare providers. Use #powerofrural to share how you observed todays national day!
http://ow.ly/VyR450xe8r3
MAKE A DIFFERENCE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR DISTRICT!
Participate in SSDA's Local Legistlative Day - Wednesday, December 11. SSDA & Capitol Advisors Group will prepare you with info to advocate for small school districts' throughout CA. Email alyssa@ssda.org for more!
Winship-Robbins Elementary School District has narrowed the gap created by math test scores of racial and ethnic groups - with more than half of the students at or exceeding state standards. #WinshipRobbins @EdSource #ADAMatters #SmallsGoBig #SSDAproud
http://ow.ly/UEQL50xe1dl
Speakers for our 2020 Annual Conference will be announced THIS WEEK! Be sure to keep up with us on social media to see who we've got lined up.
Have you been to SSDACon.org? Check out the reduced room rates and more before it's too late!
The 2020 Annual Conference takes place March 1-3, 2020 in Sacramento,CA!
http://ssdacon.org/
ICYMI: SSDA has teamed up with Public Surplus to offer our members a FREE way to sell their surplus equipment and supplies! Items range from desks to school buses. Join a webinar tomorrow (11/20) @ 3:30 to learn how your district can turn your extra items into revenue.
Registration our Workplace Investigation Workshops are now open!
The San Diego workshop will be on January 6 and our Sacramento workshop will be held on February 5.
http://ow.ly/2Cm350xbb38
SSDA would like to start a segment on our social media using the hashtag #ADAMatters. Use the hashtag to share your reason on why looking at the numbers is important ! All schools arent small schools. Use #ADAMatters for a chance to be featured.
Funding from the 2017 Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination act of 200 has aided 3 #PlumasCounty programs.
https://www.plumasnews.com/secure-rural-schools-act-means-funding-for-local-programs/ #RuralMatters
@plumasnews @PlumasUSD Plumas County, California
Last week we celebrated #NationalSTEMDay and it looks like the @usedgov did their part to celebrate too! They announced that it have invested $540 million to support STEM education ON STEM DAY.
http://ow.ly/tuBw50xb4FI
Get up and get involved! Did you know that you can pre-resgister to vote at 16?! Neither did we! Click the link below to get started.
Courtesy of @AlexPadilla4CA
#CaSecretaryofState #Vote #2020 #Elections #StudentsWhoVote #CAssda
http://ow.ly/NmzT50xb46o
Students from Quincy Learning Center, a divsion of Plumas Charter School have recently had their work printed in the @ChicoNR. The students took place in Chico's short fiction contest. @plumasnews
http://ow.ly/aKOs50xb0x1
This week is geography awareness week! Use the #StatisticsInSchools resources provided by U.S. Census Bureau to incorporate geography related activities in the classroom for any grade!
#Censusmatters #census2020 #GeographyAwarenessWeek2019
http://ow.ly/DxPm50x9dJu
@KamalaHarris proposes to 'modernize' the school day to 6pm in attempts to alleviate stress on working families. #FamilyFriendlySchoolsAct woud create school activities from 8am -6pm. What are your thoughts?
http://ow.ly/OBR050x4Wcz
@CBSSacramento
Are you an SSDA member? Have you logged into your member portal? IF NOT - WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! Use the community message board to connect and post updates with those in other districts!
http://ow.ly/zMS750x3Wts
State Superintendent @TonyThurmond @CADeptEd announce that $37.5 million was awarded for a Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant. This grant will fund efforts statewide over the next five years.
https://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr19/yr19rel73.asp
It is National Homeless Youth Awarness Month and @nctsn has compiled a list of resoures for those afftected directly or indirectly. Information can also be accessed en espanol.
#NationalHomelessYouthAwarnessMonth
https://www.nctsn.org/resources/public-awareness/national-homeless-youth-awareness-month
Today is National STEM/STEAM Day! We encourage teachers to partner with the @uscensusbureau on their new high school activity. Perhaps your students results could have them in a science, technology, engineering, art or math field!
#STEAM #STEMDay #Census
http://ow.ly/FpYL50x2Q9w
Getting our students to care about their school environment with a hands-on approach almost guarantees success. Read how students are more engaged in making their school more sustainable their way. @physorg_com Phys.org
http://ow.ly/kL1Q50x1FN7
Most school and workplaces observe Veterans Day by taking the day off. Check out how you can honor the national holiday in your classroom beforehand. TeacherVision @TeacherVision #VeteransDay2019
http://ow.ly/bMZt50x1KBC
Rural School and Community Trust releases their 2019 report on why exactly #RuralMatters - click this link to read the full report including their data and findings.
@RuralTrust #SmallSchools #SSDA
http://www.ruraledu.org/WhyRuralMatters.pdf
You check your child's report card but what about the country? Check out the result for California and beyond on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) website. @NAEP_NCES
http://ow.ly/9YfO50x1Fab
PARENTS: FASFA season is upon us! Remember to sumbit all forms sooner rather than later. Have more than one child in college? The @usedgov has an article for that - just click here:
http://ow.ly/kD8X50x1E0u
#FASFA2020 #FASFA #FASFAHelp #Parents #college2020
November is National Native American Heritage Month! The Smithsonian provides teachers with Native Knowledge 360, transforming teaching and learning about #NativeAmericans - Click below for the lessons and resources. @smithsonian
http://ow.ly/XCwm50x1CaM
Register now for the SSDA 2020 Board Training! The training takes place at National University in Rancho Cordova, CA. The agenda and registration links are now live on our website! Check them out now!
http://ow.ly/frHT50wYPFG
#SSDA #RegisterNow #CAssda
Watch this informative video that shows the strategies and importance of promoting kindergarten readiness for dual language learners. Brought to you by @REL_NEI @CADeptEd
https://youtu.be/2quwMR_x4mw
Here is information from the @CADeptEd regarding public safety power shutoffs (PSPS) school closure considerations - http://ow.ly/NQMc50wXMsa
@MilitaryChild is providing a series of Parent Education Webinars for military connected parent professionals and children. There are a variety of topics to choose from and they are open to all intrested particpiants. Webinars are scheduled through 11/20.
http://ow.ly/RJDD50wXr1u
The Office of Public School Construction (OPSC) and @CADeptEd are hosting a free workshop to provide information on how to access Career Technical Education Facilities Program funding. Register for the November 6 workshop here: http://ow.ly/BZ6k50wWP2L
#Prop51 #CAssda
Help advocate for SSDA on Local Legislative Day! On Wednesday, December 11th you don’t have to travel to Sacramento or Washington, DC to be an advocate for SSDA; you can lobby your legislator in your own neighborhood! Learn more on our webpage: http://www.ssda.org/article/155154
@TonyThurmond & @GavinNewsom visit Blue Oak Elementary School in #ShingleSprings to meet with those impacted by the PSPS. http://ow.ly/6A2O50wYRGR
Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE) will host a webinar on November 6 at 9 a.m. discussing new research on social-emotional learning and the role classrooms and teachers have on student development. Register and learn more here:
http://ow.ly/7A2x50wVKP2
SSDA would like to guess what some of you are dressed up as! Popular occupational costumes could include nurses or firefighters. With more than 41 million of you trick-or-treating this year we can bet we are spot on! View more statistics:
http://ow.ly/QfD950wXLx7 @uscensusbureau
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! SSDA would love to see your costumes and be tagged in your classroom activities.
* A reminder to stay safe tonight and to not eat the candy all in one night! @AMERSC
SSDA would love to see how festive our members got this Halloween! Tag us tomorrow for a chance to be featured!
#Halloween2019 #SpookySZN #Costume #TagUs
Two federal grants will help recruit teachers to California rural schools. U.S. Department of Education grant will fund a teacher residency program in Visalia.
Tulare County Office of Education @VisaliaUSD @EdSource
#CAssda #RuralSchools http://ow.ly/Ppk650wVJEb
@ShastaSheriff donates a robot to Shasta High School robotics team that was orignally purchased for the Bomb Squad in 2005. We cant wait to see what the Shasta Wolves do with it next! http://ow.ly/o9TT50wVBjm
New Information on Student Health and Smoke from Fires! Student and Staff Safety First.
https://www.sanluisobispo.com/news/california/fires/article236741628.html
Many California schools are facing closures and early dismissals due to recent #CaliforniaWildfires
Schools are also facing closures due to power outages. Families, students and staff are in our thoughts as they battle conditions throughout the state.
http://ow.ly/uAjP50wVIp4
Learn how the census impacts your community. Complete a fun interactive classroom activity by clicking this link: http://ow.ly/Gl1X50wVA0F
Brought to you by @uscensusbureau
A week after @GavinNewsom signs law requiring later start times Chico USD begins to look into reconstructing school scheduling and transportation.
@chicousd
http://ow.ly/IJri50wRE34
West Valley High School yearbook adviser and math teacher, Debbie Chrasta, appears on the Ellen DeGeneres show. Debbie who is also a #breastcancersurvivor wins $15,000 prize. Shasta County Office of Education
http://ow.ly/J8br50wRDzM
Our Executive Director Tim Taylor, addresses 40 attendees of the first-ever Executive Assistant Academy at the Santa Cruz County Office of Education! We would love to continue these events for our members so let us know where we should head to next!
Missed our Board Policies conference call this week? Not to worry - we will be hosting another this Tuesday (10/29) at 3:30 pm. Email assistant@ssda.org to register.
Ohio State Univeristy Researchers conclude that students in poorer school districts are learning just as much as those who earn higher test scores in wealthier districts.
@ohiostate @TheDailyRecord #SSDAweeklyread #ssda
http://ow.ly/Gq8S50wQIyJ
Get your kids moving! Students who take part in physical activites rather than stick to sedentary learning perfom better on tests according to @ucl https://medicalxpress.com/news/2019-10-physical-lessons-students.html 🏃🏃🏃 @medicalexpress
IREX The Fulbright Program Global Schools Program is now accepting applications to send K-12 and district administrators to Finland and Singapore for a 10 day program to learn the best educational practices for 21st century learning. Apply here > http://ow.ly/fScz50wQm1f
Administrators at Penn Valley Union Elementary School District are looking for guidence from the state after being affected by two rounds of power shutoffs. The district has surpassed it's two no-school days. #SSDA #CAssda #SSDAmember
http://ow.ly/Fd7h50wQlnf
@GavinNewsom signs three laws that are aimed at lowering the suicide and bullying rates in schools. http://ow.ly/x0m450wNQzN
October is #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth and SSDA stands to bring awareness on issues that trouble our students and we encourage them to seek help.
IT'S NATIONAL APPLE DAY! Ever wondered why apples have been associated with schools? Dating back to the 1700s apples were given to teacher as payment from parents for teaching their children!
#NationalAppleDay
SSDA would like to continue highlighting the importance of completing the 2020 census.Special education and food assistance are just a few federally funded programs that get data from @uscensusbureau . https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/sis/2020census/why-2020-matters.html
There is increased numbers of audio and ebook usage in K-12 classrooms. The 2019 Digital Content Report is brought to you by @officialascd and @overdrive_libs 🏫💻 Read the report here http://ow.ly/kuYC50wG2pm
#CASSDA #SSDA #Ebook #Audiobook #Classroom #2019Tech
Best Photographs of the Year! Amazing Take to time to stop for a few minutes and enjoy some incredible artists. #ArtsForAllKids #CAArtsAlliance
http://www.postfun.com/history/incredible-photos-that-remind-us-of-historys-forgotten-moments/7/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) shares classroom activities for middle and high school educators to help students build financial literacy skills. Activities range from protecting your identity online, saving and investing and more! @CFPB
http://ow.ly/bWql50wNLaD
The ride-share industry is not done yet! Read about how @HopSkipDrive is connecting with school transportation. 🚗🚙🚏
http://ow.ly/8pUR50wM7J3
@EdDiveK12
Read about how rural schools in three different states work to push higher education opportunities despite have little to no two or four-year options. #ShatsaCounty @ShastaCollege introduces their ACE program > @EdDiveK12 http://ow.ly/ZqM250wM72c
Today is #WorldFoodDay! World Food Day is dedicated to combating global hunger as well as achieving #ZeroHunger with more healthy and diverse foods by 2030! Learn how you can promote healthy diets and make a difference. @FAO http://ow.ly/fdy450wH2D1 . 🍍🍎🌽🍛
A group of Black educators will meet at the CABSE conference to discuss strategies for school districts and policymakers that will close the achievement gap for Black students in public schools.
#BlackExcellence #SSSDA #CABSE #CABSE2019
http://ow.ly/G6t950wGNms
Congratualtions to @NatUniv !!!! National University will be renamed as Sanford National University to reflect the contributions of T.Denny Sanford.
#SSDAMember #SSDA #CAssda #NationalUniversity
4 Chico High School students worked to develop Chico High's pumpkin patch at Henshaw Fams.
@Chicohighpanthers // @nationalffa
http://ow.ly/8g8Q50wG77n
There is increased numbers of audio and ebook usage in K-12 classrooms. The Digital Content eport is brought to you by @officialascd and @overdrive_libs 🏫💻 Read the report here http://ow.ly/CRmq50wG2pn
#CASSDA #SSDA #Ebook #Audiobook #Classroom #2019Tech
California becomes the first state in the nation to push back school start times. @GavinNewsom signs bill that is designed to improve education by giving students more sleep. This may not apply to schools in some rual districts. Read more
via @Recordnet http://ow.ly/1wCg50wKXr0
SSDA loves to hear of ways that schools are incorporating mental health wellness. Thanks to @catalystmentoring 5 schools in #ShastaCounty are developing coping skills and leaning to deal with stress. @Shasta.coe http://ow.ly/4D7q50wG4cm
Administrators like @Joe_Sanfelippo and from @FUESDSchools share tips on building a positive school culture. Read more on the @EdDiveK12 article here http://ow.ly/CJP750wFYSo.
#SmallSchools #SSDA #Innovative #Learning
It Enough Time To Get Things Done. Maybe here’s why! Meetings, emails and traffic!
https://www.inc.com/geoffrey-james/the-average-worker-spends-51-of-each-workday-on-these-3-unnecessary-tasks.html?utm_source=pocket-newtab
Today is also World Sight Day. #WorldSightDay brings attention to blindness and vision impairment. This year's call to action is Vision First. Learn some alarming statistics and how to help here > http://ow.ly/Wb7Y50wH3hm @IAPB1
Please join us in honoring World Mental Health Day. #WorldMentalHealth2019 is focused on suicide prevention. Join the conversation and learn what you can do to help. Information provided by @WMHDay http://ow.ly/8A6o50wH2RU
The @PGE4Me shutoffs have begun and many smalls are going to be impacted. Click this link to see a list of counties affected http://ow.ly/vHg050wGIie
#PGE #NorthernCalifornia #Shutoffs #Outage #PSPS
Two schools in @plumasunifiedschooldistrict are reciving $50 million in upgrades and repairs. We hope Chester Junior-Senior High and Chester Elementary can share some of the changess around campus! @PlumasUSD
http://ow.ly/W6zV50wEOhE
Congratualtions to Tulare County Office of Education for being a grant award recipient for Innovative Teacher Prep! @Ed.gov #SmallsSuccess #SSDA #CAssda #2019
#HispanicHeritageMonth ends on 10/15! @BetseyDeVosED and #WHIEEH hosted a panel to discuss the pathways for sucess in Hispanic Ed. Check out to see what else has been going on in the #WhiteHouse for #HHM2019 http://ow.ly/MFOi50wEKDN
Trying to calm those pre-presentation jitters? 😓 Read about how the anxiety and anticipation of your performance can actually hinder your memory from the @UWaterloo .Whether its a presntation for work or school SSDA knows you've got this! 👍 @uofwaterloo
http://ow.ly/5gFb50wEJp1
October is bullying prevention month. Log onto the Stomp Out Bullying website to view tons of anti-bullying activites. This week you are encouraged to make friends with someone you dont know at school.#bullyingpreventionmonth @theofficialstompoutbullying
http://ow.ly/rPHv50wEI0J
The Office of Public School Construction has rescheduled a meeting that was orignally scheduled for October 15. The meeting to review input regarding Full-Day Kindergarten Facilities Grant Program is now Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 9 a.m. @dgscalif
⚠️ ATTENTION ALL SMALL SCHOOL DISTRICT EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT'S ⚠️ SSDA is hosting an Executive Assistant Academy October 24 - 25 in Santa Cruz. Come collaborate and network with small EA's from all across the state. Go to our website to learn more! http://ow.ly/6UpW50wsCdB
Las Plumas/Oroville Alliance Band is set to perform at #CarrnegieHall on April 11, 2020. They are currently looking to fufill their $210,000 goal. Donations can be mailed to: LPO Band Boosters PO Box 1455 Oroville, CA 95965. #SSDASupports #SSDA #Students
http://ow.ly/5hO450wsBMK
@CommonSense conducts a survey on the homework gap and shows the percentages of teachers that 'never' assign homework that requires some type of digital access outside of school.
#InterestingRead #Homework #SSDA #Teachers @EdDiveK12
http://ow.ly/aJ8n50wsA2K
SSDA would like to remind you that FASFA for 2020-21 is now availabe. Visit @FASFA website today and get everything in early! #CAssda #FASFA #SSDA #highschool #college
http://ow.ly/K2bg50wyPHt
IT'S NATIONAL WALK TO SCHOOL DAY! 🚶🏫
@OTS_CA
SSDA reminds students and drivers to be mindful on the roads this morning!
http://ow.ly/YfZg50wypeC
Students who lost their campus in the #CampFire are building valuable skills through their Esports program.
@letsgo_wolfpack #ridgeviewhighschool #SSDA #CaliforniaSchools
Mikade Burns, a Pleasant Valley High school student, is awarded September's Top Teen of the Month by @CarlsJr 🎊 Congratulations Mikade! SSDA encourges more students to get out and volunteer.
http://ow.ly/zUAe50wsy36 #Chico #HighSchool #Achievement
5 C’s of SCHOOL CULTURE
https://dwightcarter.edublogs.org/2019/07/30/5-cs-of-school-culture/
@PlumasUSD board discusses again about adding a third year math requirment at the high schools. We see here that overall school size plays a role in this decision. 📚📐➕✖️
http://ow.ly/NdTN50wsxmQ
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth and the Trump Administration releases School Safety District Guide. This guide helps to provide districts with developing customized emergency operation plans. @fema FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
http://ow.ly/8ir350wsnzE
Read about how a Small School is honoring California Indian Day and how you can participate if you are in the area!
http://ow.ly/cOLY50wswwx
#CaliforniaIndianDay #SSDA #LoletaElementary
@TonyThurmond announces that the Instructional Quality Commission will meet today to discuss the next steps in revising and improving the ethnic studies model cirriculum draft.
#K12 #ethnicstudies #2020 #education #california #ab114 @CADeptEd http://ow.ly/zZpt50wfwYU
SSDA sends a reminder to our friends in the Mendocino area as th regional roadshow agenda is now up. View, register, and learn more on our newsroom. https://www.ssda.org/article/126959?org=ssda
Integrating more social play in kindergarten has been shown to improve academics and reduce teacher burnout.
Article provided by University of British Columbia
#teacherburnout #socialplay #kinder #earlystart
http://ow.ly/T4Iz50wgFa9
Sandy Hook Promise releases a video with must have #backtoschool essentials. ⚠️WARNING⚠️ This video contains sensitive content related to school shootings. Veiwer discretion is advisied.
#GunControl #Gunlaws #SandyHook #SchoolShootings #kids #safety http://ow.ly/VYFb50wfxGL
A suvrey taken determines that K-12 principals are tusted to be more ethical and responsible than other authority figures.
@EdDiveK12 http://ow.ly/rv2R50wgFQV
Our hearts are warmed here at SSDA after reading about a group of Chico High School students that collected donations to buy an Xbox for a young Camp Fire survivor.
ATTENTION RURAL COMMUNITIES! @AmeriCorps is giving special priority to YOU for their 2020 grant opportunity . Find out how to apply and application deadlines on their website here http://ow.ly/dxvp50wfruW #rural #grantfunding #california #education #apply #SSDA #smallschool
The Office of Public School Construction has a meting scheduled for Thursday, September 26, at 9 a.m. to discuss program changes to the Full-Day Kindergarten Facilities Grant Program as a result of Senate Bill 75. #OPSC #schooldistricts #superintendents
http://ow.ly/DY2M50wmXBB
Good morning to our SSDA community! If you have not already please check out our events page on the website to find out about upcoming regionals, workshops, and summits. We create these events for YOU and our districts across the state. http://ow.ly/mNNs50wbMKf
@EdDiveK12 details that not only is there a shortage of special ed teachers but an even greater lack of diversity. Read more here https://www.educationdive.com/news/amid-a-broader-special-ed-shortage-efforts-underway-to-diversify-teacher-p/562770/
Congratulations to Rashell Brobst 2019 Boys n Girls Club Pacific Region Award. Rashell is a true courageous youth leader hero.
SSDA encourages school officials and staff to talk with students about the effects of vaping. There have been reported national increases in fatalities and illnesses associated with #vaping http://ow.ly/pZH950wbGjf
Chief Deputy Supt., Thank you for mentioning rural education in California! Our goal in the Network is to amplify the voices of our colleagues, students and communities.
Plumas Performing Arts wants to support the local perfoming arts. They are also conducting a countywide instrument drive. If you would like to donate or are in the area with a particular need please email -
plumasperformingarts@gmail.com. @PlumasUSD
Did you know that drinking tea at least four times a week improves your brain efficiency? SSDA wants to know what are your flavors of choice? #Matcha , #BlackTea , #ChaiTea , #GreenTea? So many options 😓
SSDA fun fact of the week brought to you by: http://ow.ly/CaNf50wbHB0
@CADeptEd @CCEECA join forces to host webinars this month on the Educator Workforce Investment Grant and 21st Century School Leadership Academy. SSDA encourages you to take advantage of the opportunities. http://ow.ly/zyHh50wbGQb // https://www.cde.ca.gov/pd/ai/ca21csla.asp
Out of 7 California school districts distinguised as 'positive outliers', Gridley Unified School District is on the list! You must be so proud @SUPTGUSD
#SSDAmembers #SSDA #GridleyCA #ruralschools #education #awardsineducation
http://ow.ly/9jWP50wbFAi
Today is #ConsititonDay and the U.S. Census Bureau goes to Philadelphia to hold a news conference about the 2020 Census at the Independence Visitor Center. Watch the conference live through this link (10:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m. EDT). 🗽🎊📰 http://ow.ly/pJm150wbM7s
SSDA is proud to represent Central Valley High School, which is apart of #GatewayUnifiedSchoolDistrict, as one of the 200 schools in the United States/CAN to be recgonized as a 'National Model School". Shasta County Office of Education @SolutionTree
http://ow.ly/RvYw50wbEtO
SSDA sends a reminder to all of our friends in the Siskiyou area as the regional roadshow agenda is now up on our website. View, register and learn more on our newsroom.
https://www.ssda.org/article/126959?org=ssda
The 5th grade class of Big Creek Elementary came to visit the SSDA office and got to hang out with our very own, Tim Taylor. We appreciate the faculty and parents that made this trip happen!
Distribution of students post #CampFire has caused for Chico schools to see an increase in enrollment.
https://www.chicoer.com/2019/09/06/enrollment-in-chico-schools-sees-increase-post-camp-fire/
Seniors at Red Bluff High School got to paint their parking spot for the year. Parking spots were sold for $20 each and funds will go toward student governement acivities.
@rbuhsdmedia #classof2020 #seniors #redbluff
http://ow.ly/IBnE50w4Epj
12 back-to-school apps you’ll want to use this year via @eschoolnews! Great resource!
https://www.eschoolnews.com/2019/08/19/12-back-to-school-apps-youll-want-to-use/
The National Assesment Governing Board ( @GovBoard ) is seeking multiple psotions to be filled in 2020. Click the link below to join their informational webinar. #education #careersined #GovJobs
http://ow.ly/KHwy50w4yTx
#SSDACARES Want to support a smalls' cause? Get involved with the Fallbrook Food Pantry. President Dale Mitchell was once superintendent of @FUHSD #foodforthought https://www.fallbrookfoodpantry.org/programs.html
Big win for small school districts! Gov. Newsom, lawmakers strike deal on $15 billion education construction bond: Derick Lennox, an advocate representing the Small School Districts’ Association, said, “AB 48 will directly benefit small school districts and financial hardship districts — two constituencies that have the most to overcome when building schools. It’s a huge win for more than half the districts in the state.” 🎊🎊📰
http://ow.ly/R6QB50w64Mj
Congratualtions are in order for two Kelseyville High students who were awarded scholarships at the Junior Livestock Awards at the Lake County Fair.
Another example how #SSDAStudents shine! 🌟🏆
http://ow.ly/SUgm50w4xWE
Today we remember and honor those who lost their lives on this day.
Corporation for National and Community Service details how you can serve in remeberance of 9/11.
http://ow.ly/bw5q50w5qdr
#NeverForget #September11
Plans are in the works to open a new #BoysandGirlsClub in Shandon, CA this Fall! The club with work in partnership with Shandon Joint Unified School District. http://ow.ly/srvu50w4nim
Suffering from burnout syndrome? Read this @Bustle article to find out if you might be.
http://ow.ly/xje850vWBOo
Research presented by the World Congress suggests that junk food intake in children is reduced by health education that addresses emotional issues.
#foodsafety #mentalhealth #physicaleducation
http://ow.ly/7dnU50vWAX7
Today is #InternationalLiteracyDay and the @UN is focusing on #literacy and #multilingualism .
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#ILD2019 #SSDA
#ChroniclingAmerica has now reached a milestone of 48 states that now digitize their newspaper.
#SSDA encourages you to go back in time on today's date and see what you can find!
📰 http://ow.ly/TQGe50vWzE6
California law now requires that the suicide prevention phone number is on the back of student ID cards.
#SuicidePreventionMonth
1-800-273-8255
http://ow.ly/3a4h50vWyBQ
@CADeptEd
Did you know that @QuestBridge is looking for students from low-income backgrounds to receive full scholarships to top colleges? Refer or apply someone you know before September 26. 📚
http://ow.ly/K4dt50vWxVL
Applications for Congressman Mike Thompson 2019 Congressional App Challenge have opened. Thompson works to represent areas in #LakeCounty #SolonoCounty #ContraCosta #NapaCounty #SonomaCounty - Click the link to apply before November 1.
http://ow.ly/r5t950vWx7F
SAVE THE POOL! Join the Central Plumas Recreation and Park District in saving the #PioneerPool 🏊 the pool has been apart of the community since the early '70's.
Donate and learn more at http://ow.ly/NODZ50vWuUq
Bay Area Teacher and 2 Santa Cruz High students missing in dive boat tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Pacific Collegiate Charter school in Santa Cruz and American High Science teacher in Fremont.
As one brother who lost his sister reminds us:
Love the people that you have in your life because you don’t know when their time is up," he said. "Let the people in your life know that you love them and just cherish every moment, breath by breath, because it’s really precious."
September is Food Safety Education Month! The @CDCgov wants to share information and preventative measures on how to avoid food-borne illness. Click the link to view videos and tips that you can share on your social media. #CDC #CDChealth #foodsafety https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/education-month.html
SSDA encourages families to get engaged early on in their child's schooling as @Mizzou highlights the benefits it has for children of all ages. http://ow.ly/D9M050vOdcj
SSDA would have considered this a no-brainer, but now it is back by science. 📱💻📹
http://ow.ly/xWZW50vOcwr
Researchers have preschoolers wear a video camera on their head for the purpose of linguistic research.
http://ow.ly/5r7A50vOc61
@CADeptEd announces the application is now open for 2019-20 Schools to Watch Program. Applications are due by Thursday, October 10, 2019, by 5 p.m. PST. Click this link to learn more on the application process.
http://ow.ly/9lPn50vNZaw
CDE Announces Great Opportunity for Students.
Now accepting 2020 @SenateYouth nominations! Each delegate will visit Washington, D.C. as guests of the US Senate, and receive a $10,000 college scholarship from the Hearst Foundation. Students must be nominated by their high school principal.
https://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr19ltr0823.asp
Teacher Pipeline in Rural Schools Continue to Struggle
Haven't we read this story before? We need more coverage of solutions and the people making it happen, or investigate why states aren’t doing more to solve teacher pipeline and equity issues in rural areas.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.usatoday.com/amp/2018092001
#CARuralEd
Mark Twain Union Elementary School District and Vallecito Union School District kicked off school last week with brand new supplies courtesy of #WyndhamAngelsCamp .
http://ow.ly/Kl8p50vLNoo
Bret Harte Union High School will celebrate their 2019 athletic hall of fame Friday, October 4, 2019 during their hall of fame weekend. 🏈 http://ow.ly/5gDx50vLMVH
Youth Engaged 4 Change wants to know what you're #hopeful4 - Submit your answer to the link below for a chance to win a $50 @amazon gift card!
SSDA wants to remind you to act fast because submissions are due tomorrow (8/30) at 11:59 P.M. http://ow.ly/79uP50vOCBw
#contestgiveaway
August Wold from Anderson, gets the opportunity to sign an @athletics contract to be a member of the 2019 A's team. This was made possible by @MakeAWish 👍⚾ @PachecoUSD
http://ow.ly/O3Pi50vLIEi
@Edsource reports The College Board will be giving admissions offices data on 6 factors about applicants neighborhood and high school including attendance rates, median family income, crime, household structure, education levels, and housing stability
http://ow.ly/PjXc50vLEkx
Jason Sanchez a former #TulareCounty elementary school teacher shares how limiting school suspensions leaves teachers and administrators feeling disempowered.
http://ow.ly/2jVS50vKtop
A recent study has been conducted that reports 'teens who sent more text messages over the study period actually reported feeling better (less depressed)" - Contrary to the belief that smartphones and social media damage the mental health of adolescents. http://ow.ly/qZUg50vKrIg
#happyntionaldogday from all of us here at SSDA. Tag us to have your four legged friend featured! Also click the link to learn about how owning a dog promotes better cardiovascular health. 🐶🐶🐶
http://ow.ly/y0Bu50vKrSu
Are you quick to grab your cellphone when taking a break from the work in front of you? Here is some interesting information on how it could result in poorer performance.
http://ow.ly/jNjf50vGfrV
Behind every great Superintendent is an even better Executive Assistant! Register for SSDA Executive Assistant Academy on October 24-25, 2019 in Santa Cruz, CA! http://www.ssda.org/news
New Member Benefit!
Let SSDA Help You Sell Your Surplus Classroom Products!
SSDA is teaming up with Public Surplus to offer SSDA members a FREE way to sell their surplus equipment and supplies, from computers to desks to even vehicles!
http://www.ssda.org/article/127877
New University of Vermont research shows that city parks are lifting moods as much as Christmas. With the average high being in the upper 90's, SSDA encourages you to make your way to a local park this weekend ! ☀️🔥
ow.ly/jImT50vG0Ko
Learn how co-creating a comfort zone and conveying pride are among the 14 tips for a successful school year.
http://ow.ly/u0bp50vDyY7
🔥 Wildfire season is upon us 🚒 Use the air quality guidance tool provided by California Air Resources Board and California Air Pollution Control Officers Association to determine how school activities will be affected when air quality is poor.
http://ow.ly/Ii5O50vDukf
The California State Board of Education is now accepting applications for the 2020-21 Student Board Member position. Any student who is a CA resident that will be a senior in the 2020-21 school year is encouraged to apply. Click the link to learn more ow.ly/uLUI50vDQa0
Register by August 21, 2019, to join State Superintendent @TonyThurmond , the CDE, and the San Bernardino Superintendent of Schools for a video conference to discuss the free Project Cal-STOP violence prevention and Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings.
https://www.facebook.com/CAEducation/posts/2304241616280184
Mark your calendars because September 30, 2019 is the last day for local education agencies to submit annual progress reports. Instructions, training videos, and PowerPoint presentations are available on the Proposition 39 program website. http://ow.ly/qA5k50vyOab.
Congratulations are in order for @rhgauna , new superintendent of Byron School District! Your 23 years of continued support to your students and community do not go unnoticed. http://ow.ly/2CNf50vyNlc
Sending warm wishes to our SSDA members at Paradise Unified School District as they reopen for their first day of school. Here is to a successful year!
http://ow.ly/MHWB50vyKED
SSDA member Forestville Union School District Starts Year On Strike. Sad day for the community, staff and students. Hopefully resolution comes quickly. https://www.sonomacountygazette.com/sonoma-county-news/forestville-teachers-strike-as-school-opens-with-substitutes-to-start-the-school-year
Virtual Reality and AI coming to the football field. Great way to reduce injuries. https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/27347621/virtual-reality-robotic-tackling-dummies-how-dartmouth-shaping-future-football
#RuralEdChat 5:30 pm Tonight! Join @try_rebooting for a #RuralEdChat on Classroom Procedures to start the year off right! Learn and share best practices. #CARuralEd #SSDA #TuesdayMotivation #CAMTSS #MsYorksClass
Registration now open for SSDA's Fall 2019 Superintendent Summits! http://www.ssda.org/article/123892?org=ssda
Thanks Donors Choose for helping so many teachers and schools! Teachers if you don't ask you---you won't receive. https://edsource.org/2019/donations-help-teachers-dreams-come-true-in-oakland-and-across-the-country/615893
#CAMTSS conference full of great energy and student centered discussions. #Biggsusd #BCOESTORY. 3000 attendees!
The students and staff of Trona Joint Unified District are going to need help. SSDA, CDE and others are working together with Superintendent Keith Tomes to get school ready on time! https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-earthquake-trona-ridgecrest-20190708-story.html
Register now for SSDA's one-day Facilities Bootcamp! http://www.ssda.org/article/114422?org=ssda
Don't miss the 2019 Pismo Regiona! http://www.ssda.org/article/106730?org=ssda
Sing up now for SSDA's 2019-2020 Negotiations Training Series http://www.ssda.org/article/106727?org=ssda
Registration is now open for the 2019 New Superintendents' Symposium http://www.ssda.org/article/106723?org=ssda
SSDA Names New Executive Director http://www.ssda.org/article/81963?org=ssda
SSDA Seeks New Executive Director http://www.ssda.org/article/81963?org=ssda
Nominations Open for the 2019 Binderup Award http://www.ssda.org/article/81850?org=ssda
Have you checked out SSDa's new Members' Only Portal yet? http://www.ssda.org/article/76130?org=ssda
Hundreds of School Districts Still Eligible for $9.5M in drinking water grants http://www.ssda.org/article/76129?org=ssda
Registration Open for Workplace Investigation Workshops http://www.ssda.org/article/63021?org=ssda
Strengthen Your Governance Team at SSDA's Board Training Series http://www.ssda.org/article/64602?org=ssda
My School Squared Seeks Pilot Program Participants http://www.ssda.org/article/65569?org=ssda
Registration is now open for SSDA's 2019 Annual Conference! http://www.ssda.org/article/66809?org=ssda
Register now for SSDA's 2018-2019 Negotiations Training Series! http://www.ssda.org/article/54674?org=ssda
Welcome to the new and improved SSDA website and app!
