News and Updates - April 2026
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Welcome to the April 2026 edition of our newsletter! With Spring Break behind us, the end of the school year is officially in sight. We know this is a busy season, so we’ve gathered the latest updates, professional development opportunities, and resources to help you finish the year strong while looking ahead to a successful 2026-27.
Here are a few highlights to check out this month:
Civic Engagement & Summits: Tehama County was recently awarded the CA Serves grant! We are hosting a Civic Learning Summit on June 11-12th with a $400 stipend for attendees to help expand civic learning and the State Seal of Civic Engagement for our students.
Unit Planning & Pacing Alignment Workshop: Join us at the end of July for a hands-on workshop for educators; a great opportunity to earn CSU Chico unit(s) and leave with a complete lesson plan for your school year - more information below!
Health & Attendance Best Practices: Join SELPA and Continuous Improvement on April 22nd for a workshop designed for secretaries, nurses, and admins to navigate medical documentation and legal requirements for student absences.
Spring into Attendance: Looking for a little fun? Check out our suggestions on how to keep students "planted" and in school with positive attendance strategies as the weather warms up!
Thank you for everything you do and have a great rest of the month!
Cathy Henderson
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NEWS/HOT TOPICS
Don't miss the Civic Summit on June 11-12th! This is a great opportunity for high school administrators, counselors, and teachers not only in Social Science, to collaborate on civic learning. Stipend for $400 will be provided for attendees and you will leave equipped with how students can take meaningful local actions and to integrate community service efforts into your instruction & curriculum. (add here)
Sign up via the linked flyer and attend all or specific topics.
Character Strong Curriculum ordering is available through TCDE - Tier 1 Curriculum is discounted for our group order. Order for your site and/or district at the link below. TCDE will place the order for your school and will bill you in January 2027.
Character Strong Curriculum Order
We are excited to provide a 2-day Workshop for educators to prepare for the 2026-27 school year! This work supports high-quality, best-first instruction grounded in standards and aligned curriculum. Through collaborative planning and data-informed decision-making, teams will strengthen coherence across classrooms and grade levels while responding effectively to individual student needs.
Register Here! Access the flyer here!
Join us on April 22nd from 9:30–11:30 AM for an essential Best Practices: Health & Attendance session hosted by SELPA and Continuous Improvement. Details are included in the Attendance Section below. More Information!
EDUCATOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
There is a variety of civic engagement opportunities and resources for civic engagement for youth and high school students, designed to empower our next generation of voters.
Civic Engagement Highlights for Educators:
Youth & High School Initiatives: Access comprehensive toolkits, classroom resources, and program details through the SOS High School and Youth Initiatives page.
Student Poll Worker Program: Under Senate Bill 955, students in grades 6–12 are eligible for one excused absence per school year to serve as poll workers or participate in civic events (prior notice required).
Mock Elections: Engage your students in the democratic process with dedicated Mock Election toolkits and participation guides.
High School & Youth Mock Elections and Election Toolkit and Information
LCAP DEVELOPMENT & UPDATE SESSIONS
Join us for the next two sessions of the LCAP Development Support Sessions. There are two remaining sessions to provide practical guidance, clarify expectations, and highlight key resources for your Annual LCAP Update.
Format: Virtual
Registration Link and Work Session/LCAP Development Flier
April 16th from 1-2:30 - Connecting Funding to Planning: LCFF overview, Budget Overview for Parents, and LREBG alignment and compliance.
Audience: CBOs/Business Department Staff, Superintendents & LCAP Writers
Hosted by Shannon Hayes and Cathy Henderson
April 30th from 9-10:00 am - Equity Multiplier, Metrics & Goal Analysis: Centering Equity in Goals and Actions
Designing strong focus goals, aligned metrics, and effective actions.
Audience: Writers, Superintendents & Equity Multiplier Schools
Hosted by Cathy Henderson
CALPADS WORKSHOP
"Aligned Systems, Accurate Data," led by Dr. Celeste Boggs, designed to help schools move beyond simple reporting.
While one person often handles the final "button-push" for CALPADS, attendance from various positions is critical for several reasons:
Shared Responsibility: Data accuracy is a district-wide responsibility, not just a back-office task. Errors often originate at the point of entry—such as during enrollment or course setup—making the involvement of registrars, secretaries, and site administrators essential to catching mistakes early.
Funding and Compliance: CALPADS data directly impacts district funding levels and meeting state/federal requirements. When superintendents and principals understand these links, they can better support the "culture of quality data" necessary to ensure the district receives its proper resources.
Actionable Insights: Beyond compliance, CALPADS tells the "story" of a district's impact. By attending as a team, leaders can learn how to use these reports to uncover insights, evaluate program effectiveness, and make informed decisions to improve student outcomes.
Cross-Department Coordination: The workshop focuses on strengthening coordination between departments, such as Technology/SIS support and instructional staff. This alignment ensures that everyone understands how their specific role contributes to the district's overall data health and student success.
Event Details - Register Here!
Flyer Linked Here!
Date: Friday, June 12th
Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Contact: Patrick Mair or Cathy Henderson
LCAP REVIEW APPOINTMENTS
Please see the Calendar Link above to schedule a virtual meeting for the review of your LCAP.
Appointments can be made May 4 - June 2. This will be solely based on the narrative portion and not the budget review portion. Use the “Jump to the next available date” link, scroll to the available date and time you’d like, then click on the time and submit your name, email address, and district name.
Please submit your draft LCAP 48 hours prior to your appointment to this folder: Draft LCAP for Preview.
Attendance Improvement Cohort: RAISE Network
We are working regionally with the RAISE Network. RAISE stands for Reduce Chronic Absence through Inclusive Supports and Engagement. More information to come on how districts and/or school teams can be a part of this network for minimal cost.
We are excited to announce that we are partnering with the Nor Cal Regional RAISE Hub for improving Chronic Absenteeism rates in Northern California! If you are interested in becoming a team, please review the attached information for more details. There is a pretty quick onboarding process for teams, which will allow for the May 2o26 launch session
The California RAISE Network (Attendance) is a statewide initiative and is spearheaded by High Tech High and the Improvement Collective that supports districts and schools in reducing chronic absenteeism through research-based strategies, data use, and collaborative problem-solving.
The network focuses on building local capacity to:
Improve student attendance systems
Strengthen family and community engagement
Use data to identify and respond to attendance barriers
Implement prevention-focused, equity-centered practices
RAISE is aligned with California’s emphasis on Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), LCAP goals, and accountability measures related to chronic absenteeism
Flier with more information as well as registration information is available HERE.
Teams will launch in May 2026. Email Cathy at chenderson@tehamaschools.org - Link to RAISE Network Website
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March/April: Provide CAASPP training for staff administering the assessment
April 1st: Home-to-School Transportation-Develop and adopt a plan on or before April 1, 2023, and update annually thereafter (Some of you may have a 5 year plan)
April 1, 2026: Designate ELPAC Coordinator for 2026-2027
July 1, 2026: Designate CAASPP Coordinator for 2026-2027
STATE & FEDERAL NEWS FLASH
Below are a few highlights of fiscal deadlines for June 2026, including expenditure requirements for one-time state grants (like Prop 28 and ELOP) and the federal CMDC reporting window.
One-Time Programs: Expenditure & Spending Deadlines
One-Time Programs: Expenditure & Spending Deadlines
Expenditure Deadline: June 30, 2026 Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) must fully expend and liquidate funds for the following programs:
A–G Completion Improvement Grant, FY 2021–22
Arts, Music, and Instructional Materials Discretionary Block Grant, FY 2022–23
Educator Effectiveness Block Grant, FY 2021–22
Prop 28 (23-24 Funds)
ELOP (FY 24-25 Funds)
Federal Cash Management Data Collection (CMDC)
Federal Cash Management Data Collection (CMDC)
LEAs must report cash balances for Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) programs, used by CAARO to calculate apportionment payments (including Title I, Part A; Title I, Part D, Subpart 2; Title II, Part A; Title III; and Title IV, Part A).
Reporting Dates: 4/10/26 – 4/30/26
Attendance & Independent Study
Attendance & Independent Study
CDE Updates
CDE Updates
The California Department of Education (CDE) has updated its Independent Study Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Attendance Accounting Webinar
Attendance Accounting Webinar
Sign up for this free webinar specific to attendance accounting. They will cover information regarding attendance accounting, instructional time, and strategies to address student absences.
Date: May 12, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Registration: Zoom Webinar Link
PENDING LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
As of April 2026, these legislative actions are in the active proposal stage of the 2025–2026 California Legislative Session. Most are currently moving through the committee process in the Assembly, where they are being debated and refined before they can move to a full floor vote. Here is the current status for each:
60-Day Substitute Flexibility — AB 2490 (Valencia)
Status: Active / In Committee.
Current Action: Most recently amended in the Assembly and re-referred to the Committee on Education (March 17, 2026).
Description: This bill is a "stopgap" measure to address teacher shortages. It would reestablish the authority for substitute teachers to serve up to 60 days in a single assignment (up from the standard 20 or 30 days) through January 1, 2033. It requires local educational agencies to report these instances annually to ensure transparency.
Automatic Sunset on Reports — AB 2008 (Patel)
Status: Active / Introduced.
Current Action: Referred to the Committee on Education (March 2, 2026).
Description: This proposal aims to curb "red tape" by ensuring that any new reporting requirement imposed on schools automatically expires after four years. This forces the legislature to re-evaluate whether a report is actually useful before it becomes a permanent administrative burden.
Reporting Consolidation — AB 2496 (Solache)
Status: Active / Pending Committee Hearing.
Current Action: Introduced in February 2026; it is currently scheduled for or eligible to be heard in committee.
Description: This is a "streamlining" bill. It intends to eliminate the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) and shift that data over to the California School Dashboard. The goal is to provide parents and the public with a single, clear source of information rather than multiple duplicative reports.
Resolution on School Reports — HR 87 (Muratsuchi)
Status: Active / Proposed Resolution.
Current Action: Currently being considered within the Assembly.
Description: Unlike a bill, this is a House Resolution. It doesn't change the law directly but establishes a formal policy stance. It urges the legislature to ask "six key questions" before passing any new mandate, such as whether the data already exists elsewhere or if the cost of the report outweighs its benefit.
Safer School Worksites — AB 1961 (Ahrens)
Status: Active / Scheduled for Hearing.
Current Action: Amended and re-referred to the Committee on Labor and Employment; a hearing is set for April 8, 2026.
Description: This bill addresses "group threats." Under current law, it is difficult for a school to get a restraining order unless a specific person is named. AB 1961 would allow schools to protect an entire "identifiable group" of employees (like a specific department or school site) if a credible threat is made against them collectively.
CAASPP INFORMATION
The deadline to certify the CAASPP and ELPAC student data for the 2024–25 test administration is May 22, 2026. If your LEA does not certify their student data by the deadline, the amount reflected on the CAASPP and ELPAC student data files will be the total amount allocated to your LEA. There will be no room for changes after the deadline.
Join us for CAASPP questions at our open Office Hours on April 21 and May 6th. This is a great opportunity to ask individual questions, whether about CERS reports, setting up testing on TOMS, IAB, etc.
Our next CAASPP Foundation Session will held on May 19 and will cover Data and Next Steps for CAASPP/TOMS testing reports and data. Join us and help create a plan for using the 2025-26 student CAASPP reports to drive goals for the 2026-27 school year. Register here!
Check out our TCDE CAASPP webpage with resource information (BELOW) , the slide decks we used for our current CAASPP Workshop Sessions, and other information.
PREPARE FOR STUDENT SCORE REPORTS (SSRs)
With summative testing underway, now is the time to prepare for Student Score Reports (SSRs). Ensure that each student’s primary language is accurate in the student’s profile in the Test Operations Management System (TOMS) prior to testing so parents/guardians receive translated SSRs as needed. Note that available languages for translated SSRs include Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Filipino, Korean, and Arabic.
If you would like to order personalized video SSRs for the students in your LEA, you can request a quote now! Learn more on the Video Student Score Reports web page.
CAASPP and ELPAC Manuals Library
The CAASPP and ELPAC Manuals Library is full of manuals and guides that help LEA coordinators, site coordinators, test administrators, and test examiners during test administration, including the following:
CAASPP and ELPAC MANUALS LIBRARY
The CAASPP and ELPAC Manuals Library is full of manuals and guides that help LEA coordinators, site coordinators, test administrators, and test examiners during test administration, including the following:
Megan Palermo / Emma Gordon
HEALTH & ATTENDANCE BEST PRACTICES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Join us on April 22nd from 9:30–11:30 AM for an essential Best Practices: Health & Attendance session hosted by SELPA and Continuous Improvement. This informative training will provide clear guidance on consistently accepting doctor’s notes, staying compliant with legal requirements, and effectively managing medical documentation related to student absences.
Designed for attendance and health secretaries, principals, vice principals, independent study program facilitators, and school nurses, this session offers practical tools you can use right away.
Attend in person or virtually and gain the clarity and confidence you need to support student success—Register now! More Information...
TCDE ATTENDANCE PROCESS OVERVIEW
Attendance meetings play a key role in identifying barriers and connecting students and families with support. The information below provides an overview of the attendance process and the various levels of attendance meetings and supports available to schools. Running attendance letters helps to identify students who may need additional support. Truancy letters and the 10% Attendance letter are key indicators for when an attendance meeting should be considered. If you need assistance in how to run these reports/queries in Aeries, please reach out and we can support your school sites with these reporting how-tos.
School Attendance Review Team (SART) Meetings
We recommend scheduling a SART meeting after a student receives their second truancy letter, typically when they have 4–7 unexcused absences.
Students with an excessive amount of excused absences should also be scheduled for a SART meeting after the 10% attendance letter is sent.
Who Participates in a SART Meeting
A SART (School Attendance Review Team Meeting) brings together:
The student
Parents or guardians
School administration
School and district support
The County Attendance Department
If absences are related to illness, physical or mental health concerns, it is strongly recommended that the school nurse and counselor or mental health support be invited. The purpose of the team is to identify barriers to attendance, provide education, and connect families with appropriate supports, resources, and community referrals.
Additional Support
At any point in the attendance process, schools may request a home visit from the County and District Attorney SARB Investigator. These visits are intended to strengthen or reconnect communication between the home and school and to directly offer support.
Referral to SARB
If a student has:
Received all three truancy letters, and
Participated in an attendance meeting (or an attempt has been made to hold a meeting), and
Continues to be truant
The student should then be referred to SARB (School Attendance Review Board) for further support.
Home and Hospital Instruction: Nuts and Bolts for Effective Implementation
This is an online virtual learning and may help give insights into Home and Hospital processes, requirements, and other information.
Home and Hospital Instruction is a required district program, but ensuring it is compliant and effectively implemented can be complex. This virtual workshop covers legal mandates, step-by-step implementation and sample handbooks and documents, equipping participants with practical tools they can immediately use in their districts.
Enrollment/Registration HERE
ATTENDANCE LETTER FLOW CHART
UPCOMING SARB HEARINGS
South County SARB is March 12th
North County SARB is March 26th; referrals are due March 12th.
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Some fun suggestions on how to keep students "planted"
and in school with good attendance!
RAISE NETWORK:
We are working regionally with the RAISE Network. RAISE stands for Reduce Chronic Absence through Inclusive Supports and Engagement. More information to come on how districts and/or school teams can be a part of this network for minimal cost.
We are excited to announce that we are partnering with the Nor Cal Regional RAISE Hub for improving Chronic Absenteeism rates in Northern California! If you are interested in becoming a team, please review the attached information for more details. There is a pretty quick onboarding process for teams, which will allow for the May 2o26 launch session
The California RAISE Network (Attendance) is a statewide initiative that supports districts and schools in reducing chronic absenteeism through research-based strategies, data use, and collaborative problem-solving.
The network focuses on building local capacity to:
Improve student attendance systems
Strengthen family and community engagement
Use data to identify and respond to attendance barriers
Implement prevention-focused, equity-centered practices
RAISE is aligned with California’s emphasis on Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), LCAP goals, and accountability measures related to chronic absenteeism
Flier with more information as well as registration information is available HERE.
Teams will launch in May 2026.
Email Cathy Henderson at chenderson@tehamaschools.org/ Link to RAISE Network Website
SARB Resources
Below are a few links for SARB resources. Should you have any questions, however, don't hesitate to reach out.
Barbara Weaver / Dani Taylor
ABOUT US
The Foster, Homeless, & Student Resource Program supports students and families in need by providing advocacy, guidance, and essential resources to promote well-being and educational success. Services include clothing and school supplies, educational rights support, trauma-informed training, and coordination between schools, families, and community agencies.
Here are the flyers you can discuss at your school site. English and Spanish
APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PROVENTION MONTH 💙
The Tehama 4 Kids Child Abuse Prevention Council is proud to participate in Wear Blue Day on April 10th by hosting a fundraiser at SIP in Red Bluff. We encourage everyone to wear blue to help raise awareness for child abuse prevention and show support for children and families in our community.
Additionally, the Children’s Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony will take place on April 24th in both Red Bluff and Corning. This meaningful event honors and remembers the children who have lost their lives due to abuse and/or neglect.
Together, we can make a difference.
RESOURCES
Resources for homeless education information and the McKinney-Vento definition can be found at the following links:
https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/hs/homelessdef.asp
https://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/hs/cy/index.asp
Resources for Foster Youth education rights can be found in the following links:
https://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/pf/fy/fyedrights.asp
https://www.cfyetf.org/_files/ugd/e7e2f5_4a5e194dfaa14bca8645b44e28189a70.pdf
TEHAMA COUNTY RESOURCES
Updated and Extensive list of Support programs, Food shelters, Housing assistance and Shelters, Public assistance, Counseling Resources along with Medical and Dental Services offered throughout all of Tehama County.
drive.google.com/file/d/19ZgBYzmwzky-U1hkWe2MsE0jWHZ-E1DK/view?usp=sharing
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Liz Lurie
Summative ELPAC and Summative Alternate ELPAC
The test administration window is Feb. 2, 2026-May 31, 2026.
2025-26 ELPAC LEA Coordinator Checklist
Spread the word: Bilingual Story Hour at the Corning Library!
The first Monday of the month at 5pm !
Best Practice Webinar #1: Designing an Equitable and Evidence Based Comprehensive ELD Program
April 15, 10:00-11:00AM
This webinar guides educational leaders through the essential components of a Comprehensive ELD Program and offers a synthesis of evidence‑based resources and tools to strengthen multilingual learner outcomes. Participants will also be introduced to CEEL as the Statewide English Learner Technical Assistance provider through the STACS subgrant.
Register HERE
Best Practice Webinar #2: Integrated ELD: Ensuring students’ access to core curriculum
May 13, 10:00-11:00AM
This webinar deepens school leaders’ understanding of Integrated ELD as a powerful approach for ensuring multilingual learners’ full access to grade‑level core curriculum. Participants will explore what rigorous, language‑rich instruction looks like across content areas and learn how to support teachers in differentiating for a range of English proficiency levels. Leaders will leave with concrete systems level and classroom strategies to strengthen equitable instructional practices schoolwide.
Register HERE
NEW CDE RESOURCES
Integrated ELD Strategies for Content Teachers Handout
Title III Immigrant Student Program Funds Quick Reference Guide
A collection of CDE Resources that Support the Success of ELs: ELD Compendium
California's Great Start Preschool through 3rd Grade TOOLKIT
Jordyn Tinsley / Elena Velasquez / Erin Sutter
CALIFORNIA LITERACY CONFERENCE
Join educators statewide for the California Literacy Conference 2026, a free virtual event on June 16 focused on evidence-based literacy and the Science of Reading. With 50+ sessions led by national experts, participants will gain practical, classroom-ready strategies to support all learners.
Environmental Literacy Community of Practice (COP)
We hope you'll join us at the Environmental Literacy COP, a monthly virtual space for educators to connect, collaborate, and support one another in teaching environmental literacy. By popular demand, our topic this month is AI and the Environment. Join fellow educators to:
💡 Share resources and best practices
🧠 Brainstorm and problem-solve together
🤝 Network and build community
🌱 Reflect, recharge, and reignite your passion for environmental education
🌱Who: all formal and informal educators
📅When: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (and every last Wednesday of the month thereafter!)
🕞 Time: 4:00 PM –5 PM
💻 Location: Virtual — via zoom (link will be provided in confirmation)
🎟️ FREE for CASE members and nonmembers
MATH TEACHERS LOUNGE
A monthly meet-up for North State math teachers to connect, collaborate, and share ideas. Join fellow educators to discuss classroom challenges, exchange strategies, and build community.
When: Last Tuesday of every month, 6:30–7:30 PM
Where: Fratelli’s Pizza, Redding
Come be part of the conversation—because we’re stronger together.
Questions? Contact Elena at evelasquez@tehamaschools.org
TEHAMA CIVIC LEADERSHOP SUMMIT
Tehama County has been awarded the CA Serves grant to expand civic learning and empower students to earn the State Seal of Civic Engagement. By engaging educators across all disciplines, this work creates meaningful, real-world learning that elevates student voice, honors cultural assets, strengthens discourse, and builds the skills students need as engaged civic citizens and future professionals. Join us June 11–12 at TCDE for a Civic Leadership Summit ($400 stipend) and learn how to be part of a year-long Community of Practice at your site, partnering with a coordinator to bring civic learning to life in any classroom ($1,200 stipend).
Sign up via the linked flyer and attend all or specific topics.
Tehama LETRS Cohort
The Tehama County Department of Education is offering a limited LETRS® Virtual Cohort designed to build deep expertise in evidence-based reading instruction and strengthen literacy systems across classrooms and intervention programs. Through a shared cost model—$500 covered by the county and $1,000 by the district—this high-impact professional learning opportunity is available for just 22 participants, with sessions beginning August 31, 2026.
Bring your team to this Computer Science Summit!
Discover how computer science can transform learning in your school! Join educators from across California at the Computer Science Models of Practice Summit to gain practical strategies, connect with peers, and bring innovative CS opportunities to your students.
SAVE THE DATE - DESIGNING UNITS TO DRIVE LEARNING
July 29–30
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM at TCDE, 1135 Lincoln Street, Red Bluff
Prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 School Year and leave with a full unit plan in this two-day workshop where particpants will:
Prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 School Year and leave with a full unit plan in this two-day workshop where particpants will:
Unpack standards to identify essential learning
Create clear, student-friendly learning targets
Align assessments with daily instruction
Design effective common formative assessments
Analyze student evidence collaboratively
Plan timely supports, interventions, and enrichment opportunities
This work supports high-quality, best-first instruction grounded in standards and aligned curriculum. Through collaborative planning and data-informed decision-making, teams will strengthen coherence across classrooms and grade levels while responding effectively to individual student needs.
Register Here! Access the flyer here!
EARTH DAY
Earth Day (April 22) is a great opportunity to engage students in meaningful learning about our planet. I’ve gathered a collection of free, classroom-ready resources and activities you can use with your TK–12 students.
General Earth Day Resources (All Grades)
• EarthDay.org Classroom Resources – https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2025/
• National Geographic Education – https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/
• EPA for Students – https://www.epa.gov/students
Elementary (TK–5)
• NASA Climate Kids – https://climatekids.nasa.gov/
• PBS LearningMedia Earth Day Collection – https://www.pbslearningmedia.org/
Middle School (6–8)
• NOAA Education Resources – https://www.noaa.gov/education
• Smithsonian Science Education Center – https://ssec.si.edu/
• TED-Ed Environmental Lessons – https://ed.ted.com/
High School (9–12)
• NASA Earth Observatory – https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/
• National Geographic MapMaker – https://mapmaker.nationalgeographic.org/
Simple Activity Ideas:
Campus clean-up or waste audit
Classroom recycling challenge
“Reduce Your Carbon Footprint” math activity
School garden or native plant exploration
Earth Day pledge wall
NEXT GEN PERSONAL FINANCE CAMP
With the personal finance requirement coming up, we want to make sure you feel fully prepared and we've got a great opportunity to help! Join us for a FREE full-day FinCamp at Chico State on Thursday, July 23rd (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM), open to history/social science teachers, math teachers, counselors, administrators, and anyone involved in rolling out personal finance at your school. You'll walk away with classroom-ready tools, 7 NGPF Academy Credits, and a $300 stipend just for attending.
Register here: ngpf.org/chico1
Contact jtinsley@tehamaschools.org for more information about the event or personal finance requirements.
CHICO STATE MATH PROJECT - FRACTIONS WITH FRIENDS!
The Chico Math Project is excited to announce our Summer 2026 program, Fractions with Friends! Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. Space is limited. All of Chico Math Project's programs are free to attend and have stipends associated with participation.
CLASSROOM ROUTINES & MATHEMATIC THINKING ARTICLE
This Edutopia article explores how elementary teachers can integrate mathematical thinking into daily transitions and non-math subjects through "high-impact, low-prep" routines. By using math concepts for tasks like lining up, naming classroom groups, or checking in on student well-being, educators can help students build vocabulary, increase confidence, and see math as a natural part of their everyday lives.
Edutopia article: Classroom Routines That Support Mathematical Thinking
CAL-MSCS CS Leadership Program
Empowering Computer Science Leaders in the Age of AI
Join a dynamic professional learning experience designed for educators and leaders passionate about advancing computer science education. Participants will explore leadership strategies, deepen their understanding of AI in education, and strengthen their impact in their schools and communities.
Eligible participants can receive $3,000 professional learning stipends.
Register today: bit.ly/40dVMJQ
Questions? Contact Elena at evelasquez@tehamaschools.org
THE WRITING REVOLUTION SCHOLARSHIP
The Writing Revolution is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026–2027 Abrahamson Scholarship Program.
These scholarships are intended specifically for public and charter school-based educators who lack access to school or district funding to enroll in The Hochman Method training. Priority consideration will be given to educators working in underserved communities.
Each year, The Writing Revolution seeks donor support to fund this scholarship program. Awards are based on the availability of donor funding, as well as the specific needs of applicants and their students.
Educators...Learn More and Apply Here!
Tehama Literacy Network
We are hosting Literacy Network for administrators, instructional coaches, reading specialists, and literacy leaders to collaborate on strengthening reading outcomes. Together, we will engage in focused conversations around reader screener implementation, literacy data, intervention systems, and high-impact instructional practices. Each session will provide discussion and networking time to build alignment and collective capacity across our schools.
BEYOND A, E, I, O, and U
Beyond A, E, I, O, and U: The Essential Role of the Schwa
National Schwa Day is coming up on April 7! Celebrate on April 14th with a webinar to explore why vowels are the MVPs of decoding-with a focus on the most common vowel sound, the schwa! Leave with practical strategies to help your students unlock the mystery and magic of the schwa!
LASSEN FIELD TRIPS
Lassen Volcanic National Park provides teachers with curriculum materials, pre-visit planning guides, and professional development resources to help integrate the park’s unique geology and ecology into their classrooms. For students, the park offers engaging hands-on learning through ranger-led field trips, in-school presentations, and digital resources that explore topics like volcanism and forest health.
CREEC Region 2: Northeastern California
Serving nine counties, CREEC Region 2 provides educators with environmental education resources, including lesson materials, field trips, professional learning, events, and student programs.
Educators can participate in a year-long professional learning series with summer, fall, and spring workshops, plus virtual sharing sessions. Cohort participants commit to multiple sessions, while non-cohort educators may attend select workshops.
Application deadline: May 7, 2026
Participants should review program dates to ensure availability before applying.
Questions? Contact Elena at evelasquez@tehamaschools.org
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🧠 Work Smarter This March: Low-Prep Review Ideas + Digital Clean-Up
🧠 Work Smarter This March: Low-Prep Review Ideas + Digital Clean-Up
March is the perfect time to simplify. As testing season approaches and schedules get busy, focus on strategies that reduce workload rather than add to it.
Low-prep review can be just as powerful as elaborate test prep. Quick retrieval warm-ups, self-grading Google Forms, short constructed responses, or reusable choice boards help reinforce learning without hours of planning. Small, consistent practice builds confidence and retention far more effectively than last-minute cram sessions.
At the same time, a quick digital clean-up can save you daily frustration. Less digital clutter means less decision fatigue.
Simple systems. Short review cycles. Small resets.
Big impact for the rest of the school year.
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Bridge to College & Career’s TRIO program had the privilege of attending Spartan Storm this year. 8th graders were able to visit Red Bluff High’s campus to learn about the many clubs and activities offered there. Students got to be inspired by all the resources available to them and gain insight into the different electives they can choose next year. It was a great recruitment opportunity to explain to students how TRIO can continue to benefit them academically in high school as well as the many field trip opportunities they can attend in the upcoming years.
Red Bluff and Corning High TRIO students recently had the opportunity to visit University of California, Davis for an engaging and informative campus tour. The day began with a dynamic presentation highlighting the university’s wide range of academic programs, strong research opportunities, and student life. Students then explored campus facilities firsthand, gaining a deeper understanding of what life at a major university can look like. To top it off, the group enjoyed a meal in the dining commons, getting a true taste of the college experience!
Vista Preparatory Academy TRIO students also got the experience of touring Chico State University’s campus! Students got to tour the many lecture halls, walk through the library, and get to see the beautiful campus greenery firsthand. They also had the privilege of watching the unveiling of the newest art installation, Love Language / Yolotl Tlahtoa, by artist David Ocelotl Garcia outside of Meriam Library. He spoke on how the piece came to be and the meaning behind his art work, which was “give what you love a voice,” meaning that your goals and dreams can be brought to life through creative expression, no matter your background. It was an inspiring experience for all attendees!
UPCOMING PD & LEARNING EVENTS:
April 16th & 30th: LCAP Development Series
April 14th & 15th: MTSS Training Sessions
April 16th & May 14th: Tehama County Literacy Network
April 22nd: Health & Attendance - Best Practices
April 23rd: Math CoP meeting
June 12th: A CALPADS workshop: Aligned Systems & Accurate Data
June 11-12th: Tehama Civic Learning Summit
July 29-30th: Designing Units to Drive Learning. Scheduled for July 29–30 from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM - SAVE THE DATE! Register Here! Access the flyer here!
August 31st: LETRS Cohort - Mastering Reading Instruction
You can access the Professional Development Calendar here!
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