A Note from the Superintendent
 January is School Board Recognition Month, providing the perfect opportunity to shine this month’s spotlight on the essential role of school board members and all they do to support students and families. In San Mateo County, under the leadership of the San Mateo County School Boards Association and in partnership with school district leaders, school board members are doubling down on creating equitable systems, fighting for full and fair funding for schools, and celebrating and promoting our exceptional educators. In this edition of Spotlight, we highlight the collaborative and important work our county’s school board members are doing to improve outcomes for students.
Nancy Magee, San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools
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Spotlight on Education:
School Boards
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The San Mateo County Board of Education
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Back row (left to right): Rod Hsiao, Ted Lempert, Joe Ross, Jim Cannon
Front row (left to right): Beverly Gerard, Hector Camacho, Jr., Susan Alvaro
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The San Mateo County Board of Education plays several important roles that include providing oversight of the San Mateo County Office of Education’s special education and court and community school programs, approving the County Office of Education’s budget, and serving as the appeal board for the adjudication of expulsion, interdistrict attendance, and charter school appeals. [ read more ]
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United in Support of Students
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 San Mateo County includes 23 public school districts, all of which are governed by their elected school boards. Although these boards represent different school districts, they are united in their commitment to serving students, closing opportunity gaps, and improving outcomes for all students. [ read more ]
Pictured left: San Mateo County School Boards Association President Kalimah Salahuddin
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San Mateo County School Boards Association
Legislative Action Day
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Local legislators receive an update on the state of education in San Mateo County.
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On January 11th, the San Mateo County School Boards Association (SMCSBA) hosted its annual Legislative Action Day, where more than 60 school board members and superintendents provided State Senators Jerry Hill and Scott Wiener and Assemblymembers Kevin Mullin, Phil Ting, and Marc Berman with an update on the state of education in San Mateo County and shared their legislative priorities. [ read more ]
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San Mateo County Equity Network
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The San Mateo County School Boards Association's Equity Network addresses gaps in student outcomes.
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After participating in a California School Boards Association's program on equity, San Mateo County School Boards Association (SMCSBA) President Kalimah Salahuddin wanted to bring the program to San Mateo County. She was troubled by the persistent gaps in outcomes among student groups and knew that schools needed to do something different to ensure that all students were successful. [ read more ]
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Participate in the 2020 Census
It is almost time for the 2020 Census, the decennial count of everyone who lives in the United States. Help us make sure everyone is counted so San Mateo County receives funding for critical programs such as childcare, education, transportation, and housing.
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San Mateo County
School District Highlights
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Eight elementary schools from seven school districts received a 2020 California Distinguished School Award.
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Eight San Mateo County Elementary Schools Receive 2020 California Distinguished School Award
Eight San Mateo County elementary schools received the 2020 California Distinguished School Award from the California Department of Education.
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Spotlight on SMCOE
Programs and Events
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Students attend their first retreat at the College of San Mateo.
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Youth Participate in Climate Ambassadors Program
More than 50 San Mateo County high school students are participating in the Youth Climate Ambassadors leadership program, which provides opportunities to dive into social and environmental issues and take action to address climate change.
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The County Office of Education's annual Schools for a Sustainable Future Summit will be held on February 7.
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Register for These Upcoming Events and Programs
Attend the Third Annual Schools for a Sustainable Future Summit
Educators, students, and community members can network and learn how to advance environmental literacy and become climate-ready at the third annual Schools for a Sustainable Future Summit. Join us for the summit on February 7.
Register for the Educator Recruitment Fair
More than 250 well-qualified educators will gather at the annual Educator Recruitment Fair to network with school representatives and learn about teaching opportunities across the county. Register today to attend on Saturday, March 14.
Participate in the 2020 STEM Fair, Arts Expo, and Solutionary Expo
San Mateo County students are invited to showcase their learning and innovation through the 2020 STEM Fair, Arts Expo, and Solutionary Expo. All projects will be displayed at The Next Big Think on Sunday, March 15.
Additional Events and Professional Development
Visit the County Office of Education's website for information on additional events and professional development opportunities.
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