California Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Partnership
(CAL-MSCS)
(CAL-MSCS)
The California Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Partnership (CAL-MSCS) is a comprehensive, multi-agency system designed to provide a sustainable, impactful professional learning infrastructure for mathematics, science, and computer science educators from across the state. The CAL-MSCS vision is to ensure that each and every California educator experiences the professional learning and support they need to provide a high-quality mathematics, science, and computer science education for all California students.
CAL-MSCS is partnered with WestEd to provide support, reflection, improvement, and evaluation for our statewide initiative.
Join us again in the fall to learn more about the California Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Partnership (CAL-MSCS). Experience engaaging learning sessions led by our content leadership teams and partners. Explore topics impacting mathematics, science, and computer science education and implementation.
Suggested Audience: Open to all educators, leaders, and partners passionate about the intersections of MSCS education
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May 6, 2025 (4-5PM)
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April 22, 2025 (4-5PM)
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April 8, 2025 (4-5PM)
Please check out our latest Trending Tuesday around family and community engagement in MSCS education.
March 25, 2025 (4-5PM)
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February 25, 2025 (4-5PM)
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February 11, 2025 (4-5PM)
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January 28, 2025 (4-5PM)
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December 17, 2024 (4-5PM)
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December 3, 2024 (4-5PM)
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November 19, 2024 (4-5PM)
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November 5, 2024 (4-5PM)
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October 22, 2024 (4-5PM)
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October 8, 2024 (4-5PM)
Please check out our latest Trending Tuesday around family and community engagement in MSCS education.
This session focuses on supporting efforts to develop and improve FACEinMSCS in California by exploring a resource for change.
September 24, 2024 (4-5PM)
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September 10, 2024 (4-5PM)
Please check out our latest Trending Tuesday around inspiring integration of computer science!
August 27, 2024 (4-5PM)
Please check out our Trending Tuesday around supporting mathematics instruction and the 3 dimensions of systemic change from the new CA Mathematics Framework.
August 13, 2024 (4-5PM)
Inspiring connections between community partners, families, and educators in support of MSCS learning.
Hear from LEAs, non-profits, and parents across California who are working collaboratively to shift MSCS learning experiences and outcomes
Explore new perspectives about family and community engagement in MSCS education
Gain resources and information to support future professional learning and networking around MSCS family and community engagement
June 4, 2024 (4-5PM)
Our fourth session examined getting started in Computer Science, designed to introduce educators to core concepts for computer science learning.
Highlighted the CA K12 Computer Science Standards
Explored best practice for "Getting Started in Computer Science" in K-12 classrooms
May 28, 2024 (4-5PM)
Our third session examined catalyzing change in California Science education.
Built a shared understanding of the CA landscape for supporting the improvement of science education
Uncovered insights among this community on the science education needs of K-12 systems, leaders, and educators
Shared possibilities and opportunities for future collaborative professional learning and networking
May 14, 2024 (4-5PM)
Our second session explored the three dimensions of systemic change that support mathematics instruction (CA Math Framework, Ch. 2).
An assets-based approach to instruction
Active student engagement through investigation and connection
Instruction that centers cultural and personal relevance
April 30, 2024 (4-5PM)
Our first session explored the overall structure and vision of CAL-MSCS. We discussed opportunities to connect and provide professional learning in mathematics, science, and computer science.
Each COE has a designated folder for developing resources and action plans.
*Only those collaborators with access to the folder will be able to view the files.
Lauren Aranguren
Mathematics Content Lead
Santa Barbara County Education Office
(805) 964-4711, x5435
Megan Smith
Science Content Lead
San Joaquin County Office of Education
(209) 292-2713
Rod Garcia
Computer Science Content Lead
Monterey County Office of Education
(831) 755-0300, x371
Shari Dickstein-Staub, Ed. D
Multidisciplinary Coordinator
San Joaquin County Office of Education
(917) 847-6670
Ann Carl
Senior Administrative Assistant
San Joaquin County Office of Education
(209) 468-9245
Kristie Rose
Business Director
San Joaquin County Office of Education
(209) 468-4828