Contra Costa County Office of Education

Contra Costa County Office of Education Contra Costa County has the 11th largest public-school student population in the state (169,394 students).

CCCOE provides direct services to our county's most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, homeless, or in foster care. Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is the 9th largest public school student population in California. CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of our county’s most vulnerable students, including adults and young people

who are incarcerated, homeless, or in foster care, as well as students who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE serves 285 schools, 18 school districts, and over 176k students. CCCOE serves as an advocate for education and youth in our county, helps to increase public awareness of educational issues, and leads the way with bold countywide initiatives. CCCOE prepares Contra Costa County students to LEARN, LEAD, and ACHIEVE!


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Professional Development OpportunityMath Without Mystery: Turning “I Don’t Get It” into “Ohhh, I see!”Description: This ...
06/16/2026

Professional Development Opportunity
Math Without Mystery: Turning “I Don’t Get It” into “Ohhh, I see!”

Description: This summer institute will strengthen your ability to support students who are struggling to understand grade level content. With an emphasis on learning acceleration strategies, participants will build their conceptual understanding of big ideas of multiplication division, fractions and solving equations that are needed at each grade level for students to be successful in Algebra 1.

Date & Time: July 27-28, 9am-3pm
Target Audience: 4th-9th grade math teachers and paraprofessionals working in math classrooms
Cost: Free. Participants have the option of receiving 1 graduate credit and all Contra Costa County Educators will receive $500 stipend for attending both days.

Flyer: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:f2127f95-5ee3-409b-bd14-afcbd71eab24
Registration: https://cccoe.link/mwm

The Contra Costa County Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey proudly honored Aiden Meng, a seven...
06/15/2026

The Contra Costa County Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey proudly honored Aiden Meng, a seventh grader at Orinda Intermediate School, for his outstanding achievements in spelling competition this year.

Aiden placed second in the 2026 California State Junior High Spelling Bee, competing among the top students from across the state. He then advanced to the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., where he earned a tie for 6th place, representing Contra Costa County on a national stage.

The Board expressed their congratulations to Aiden and his family on this remarkable honor and thanked him for representing Contra Costa County with excellence in the national competition.

Congratulations, Aiden!

Registration is now open for Summer Python Coding at Diablo Valley College in San Ramon. This six-week, in-person course...
06/14/2026

Registration is now open for Summer Python Coding at Diablo Valley College in San Ramon. This six-week, in-person course gives students the opportunity to build real apps through hands-on, project-based learning, regardless of prior experience.

Participants will learn from experienced software developers, earn college credit, and work toward a DVC Certificate in Data Analytics in a supportive, small-class environment. The course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners and focuses on practical application of coding skills.

Course details:
SU COMSC-140

June 15 to July 23, 2026
Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:05 p.m.
Location: DVC San Ramon Campus, SRC E-160

Spaces are limited. Register through DVC by searching for SU COMSC-140.
Learn more: https://cccoe.link/summerpython
For questions about registration, contact [email protected]

Celebrating meaningful milestones at CCCOE’s Turner School program.Families were invited to join students and staff for ...
06/12/2026

Celebrating meaningful milestones at CCCOE’s Turner School program.

Families were invited to join students and staff for a special graduation gathering, marking the end of the school year and recognizing each student’s growth and accomplishments. Teachers honored students individually, sharing the goals they achieved and why those milestones matter for their future success.

The celebration included photo opportunities, cake, and refreshments, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for students and their families to enjoy together.

Thank you to the parents, caregivers, teachers, and staff who made this day so special. It was a great school year, and we are proud of all that these students have accomplished.

CCCOE’s Krey Elementary program closed out the 2025–2026 school year with a joyful end-of-year celebration and promotion...
06/11/2026

CCCOE’s Krey Elementary program closed out the 2025–2026 school year with a joyful end-of-year celebration and promotion ceremony in Ms. Santos’ classroom.

Students, families, and staff came together to recognize a year of hard work and growth, with the classroom transformed for a fun jungle safari-themed celebration. Ms. Santos honored each student with a personalized certificate and shared highlights of their accomplishments, creating a special moment for every family in attendance.

A special congratulations to Brooklynn, who is moving up to middle school.

From photos and laughter to refreshments shared together, it was a meaningful way to celebrate milestones and reflect on a successful year for students. Thank you to the principal, teacher, assistants, staff, and families who made the day so memorable.

Explore this week’s featured CCCOE job opportunities.Current openings include:• Assistant Superintendent, Student Progra...
06/11/2026

Explore this week’s featured CCCOE job opportunities.

Current openings include:
• Assistant Superintendent, Student Programs and Services
• Instructional Support Program Teacher (Contra Costa Adult Schools)

Join a team that supports students, families, and schools across Contra Costa County.

Learn more and apply at https://www.edjoin.org/cccoe

Students can build their tech skills this summer for free!Join the 2026 Summer CyberCamps and explore cybersecurity, eth...
06/09/2026

Students can build their tech skills this summer for free!

Join the 2026 Summer CyberCamps and explore cybersecurity, ethical tech, cryptography, and more. Whether they are just starting out or ready to go deeper, these camps are designed to meet them where they are.

Participants will engage in hands-on learning, build real-world skills, and earn digital badges they can share. There is no cost to attend.

Open to 8th–12th grade students and community college students.
Please share this post with students and help spread the word.

Spots fill quickly. Register today:
bit.ly/4cDE7AT

Professional Development Geared for Math EducatorsTitle: Leading Math Boldly: Leadership for Powerful, Equitable Mathema...
06/08/2026

Professional Development Geared for Math Educators
Title: Leading Math Boldly: Leadership for Powerful, Equitable Mathematics
Description: This series is for district and site administrators to enhance their role as instructional leaders in mathematics. It focuses on developing the knowledge, strategies and systems necessary for leading equitable standards-aligned improvements based on the pedagogy of the California Mathematics Framework.

Dates & Time: 9/25/26, 10/30/26, 11/19/26, 12/10/26; 9:00am-2:00pm
Target Audience: District and Site Administrators who oversee math. We encourage districts to also invite a few TOSAs, teachers and paraprofessionals whose leadership you want to elevate.
Cost: Free; Funding available to offset sub costs.

Flyer: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:3ab9b037-bc9c-473b-8a3e-863c13a26f1c
Registration: https://cccoe.link/leadingmathboldly

Rooted in Community: An Ethnic Studies CelebrationEducators from across the Bay Area are invited to come together for a ...
06/07/2026

Rooted in Community: An Ethnic Studies Celebration
Educators from across the Bay Area are invited to come together for a day focused on Ethnic Studies and its impact in our schools and communities.

This free, full-day event will include student impact highlights, collaborative breakout sessions, and workshops aligned to the CDE Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum.

Thursday, June 18, 2026
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
San Mateo County Office of Education
Register at: https://sccoe.to/BARESCelebration

Join partners from county offices of education across the region for a day of learning, reflection, and connection.

Contra Costa County Office of Education is recruiting for Assistant Superintendent, Student Programs and Services. This ...
06/07/2026

Contra Costa County Office of Education is recruiting for Assistant Superintendent, Student Programs and Services. This leadership role supports countywide programs that serve students, families, and districts.

The annual salary range is $185,030.57 to $224,902.64 with additional stipends for a master’s degree and a doctorate. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Learn more and apply at https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2230825. For questions, contact Kasie White at 925-942-3371 or [email protected].

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