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Handout Available for Federal Funding for Education Jobs Webcast
The California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA) and School Services of California, Inc. will offer a one-hour webcast on the federal education jobs bill on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. California expects to receive $1.2 billion in funding to help local education agencies (LEAs) save education jobs. Presenters will provide insight on California's application for the funding and it will provide resources to LEAs.

Please visit www.sscal.com for additional information, including registration information. The PowerPoint handout for the web cast is below. The webcast will be archived for later viewing.

Jobs Webcast Handout
 
Early Learning Committee (ELQIS) Schedules Hearings
The CA Early Learning Quality Improvement System Advisory Committee (ELQIS) has scheduled public hearings for its final report of recommendations. The public hearings will be held on September 13 (San Mateo COE), September 16 (Los Angeles COE), September 21 (Tehama COE) and September 22 (Yolo COE). County staff are encouraged to participate to provide a county perspective. Please visit http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/re/sb1629calendar.asp for more information.
 
Registration Available for CCBE Fall Conference
CCBE's Fall Conference provides valuable resources and information specific to county board members' unique role and responsibilities. County superintendents and staff members are encouraged to attend.

This year's conference provides an opportunity to network with colleagues and learn about programs and services offered in other county offices. Participants will also learn how to successfully reach out to local, state and national leaders, and study about their role in charter school applications and appeals.

Early bird discounts are available for the first 100 participants who register. For more information on the 2010 CCBE Fall Conference please visit www.theccbe.org .

 
Visit Public Education Website for Up to Date Budget Information
www.ProtectOurStudents.org - featuring information about the impact of proposed cuts in funding on our schools - is a key component of the Education Coalition's efforts to provide the public with up-to-date facts about the education budget.. The site contains a wealth of material to keep you informed as the 2010-11 budget process continues to unfold.