2012-13
ANNUAL REPORT
TO THE COMMUNITY
BRIGHT FUTURES AHEAD This report was designed to view digitally. The digital, interactive version of this report is available at www.lakecoe.org.
Thank you for reviewing the Lake County Office of Education’s Annual Report to the Community. The Annual Report is intended to share information regarding Lake County Students, Schools and educational programs and services. The Annual Report includes information pertaining to the County Office (LCOE) and seven school districts located within Lake County. You will see reviews and reports focusing on student performance, school finance, student enrollment, attendance and special programs and services.
MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
The Annual Report is an opportunity to “look back” at our previous years’ challenges, opportunities and successes as we “move forward” in the future with continued growth in providing quality educational opportunities for each and every one of our children in Lake County. As we “move forward” we will see that this year is filled with hope, challenges and especially opportunity. We will be experiencing some of the most significant changes in education funding and practice in the past three decades. The implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and passage of proposition 30 will see funding funneled more to the local level and slowly restore education funding levels similar to five years ago. Along with LCFF, is the new Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) which will help align resources with local educational priorities and local budgets. California is also joining approximately 38 other states in the implementation of the Common Core Standards which will further allow all students access to instruction and content similar to schools across our nation.
MISSION The Lake County Office
We will also be implementing a new assessment system referred to as CAASPP (California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress) which includes the Smarter Balanced Assessment. The CAASPP system will include the CST (California Standards Test) in Science for grades 5, 8 and 10 as well as the CAPA (California Alternative Performance Assessment) and the CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam). The assessments included in the CAASPP will provide feedback to students, parents and staff to ensure our students are learning and growing to meet the ever-increasing expectations and changing world. At the County level we continue to look forward to providing improved services and programs for all children by doing what we do best…….Working Together. Our focus areas include continued expansion of the Literacy Task Force, implementation of the “Hub” concept in each community, and the development of a Parent Engagement Initiative that empowers parents in guiding and assisting their children in being successful learners.
of Education, the common link in public education, provides leadership and support to our schools and communities by planning, coordinating, facilitating, and delivering exemplary services and
Again, thank you for reviewing our Annual report and I look forward to working with you on behalf of our children and families in Lake County. Sincerely, Wally Holbrook, Lake County Superintendent of Schools
educational programs.
Change... Education has not changed for the most part since its creation. School houses focused on reading, writing and arithmetic, with the summer months off to accommodate help on the farm. In 1997 California schools received over 40 specific funds to support specific school programs, new standards and the California Standards Test. Although the school year calendar is not changing, much of education is! The new Common Core Standards allow students to learn about reading, while working in science and history. The Common Core Standards provide a focus in mathematics on application and an answer to the notorious “when am I ever going
“The complex has become simple, while the result has dramatically improved — a perfect recipe for powerful change.” ~ Michael Fullan, The Skinny on Becoming Change Savvy
to use this” question. The Common Core Standards, combined with the Smarter Balanced Assessment, allow teachers to focus on high quality instruction and new methods of instruction, including the use of technology, to ensure that students are ready for college and career. In addition to these two changes to the face of education, school funding is changing at the same time and at a rapid pace. The Local Control Funding Formula puts decision making power in the hands of the Local Education Agency to ensure that they are able to fund the needs of their students.
Successful change will make education less complex, and more powerful on it’s impact.
LOOK BACK
CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL EXIT EXAM—PASS RATE FOR GRADE 10 FIRST-TIME TAKERS
86% 84% 82% 80% 78% 76% 74% 72%
English Language Arts Math
Lake County
CALIFORNIA ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE AND PROGRESS (CAASPP)
California
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
California has passed legislation which changes our assessment system from the well-known STAR system to a new system called the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress. This assessment system is comprised of several assessments covering content across the disciplines. One of the first components to be rolled out in the CAASPP system is the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC), which is comprised of a summative assessment in English Language Arts and Math. This assessment will be administered online and schools are eagerly preparing for the field test that will occur during a short window sometime between March 18 and June 6 of this school year. Also included in the CAASPP system are the California Alternative Performance Assessment (CAPA), California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) and the Early Assessment Program (EAP). The full transition to the CAASPP system will take several years and until we are fully transitioned, students will continue to take the California Standards Test (CST) in Science for grades 5, 8 and 10. *Information collected from CDE DataQuest *Middletown information includes Lake County International Charter
SUCCESS STORY—CAHSEE Pass Rate for Hispanic Students English Language Arts
GRADUATION RATES 2009-2010 84.75% 94.28%
California Lake County
2010-2011 83.72% 90.44%
2011-2012 78.9% 87.8%
66
percent
Math
69
percent
The Academic Performance Index (API) is a
Lake County Schools continue to strive toward 100% passage rates on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE), as is seen in the chart to the left. At the same time a group of Lake County students is beating the statewide percent of students passing the CAHSEE. The group of students who identify as Hispanic or Latino boast a 69% passage rate for Math and a 66% passage rate for English Language Arts (ELA) while the state reports that 59% of students identifying as Hispanic or Latino passed the Math portion of the CAHSEE and 55% passed the ELA portion. (February 2013 for all grades). This evidence shows promise that Lake County Schools are working to close the achievement gap between the Hispanic or Latino students and the White students with a 4% achievement gap in Math and an 11% achievement gap in ELA compared to the statewide gap of 26% in Math and 29% in ELA as measured by the CAHSEE.
LAKE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICTS ENROLLMENT AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE INDEX
numeric assignment given to each school
2012/2013 Enrollment
2010 API Score 724
2011 API Score 737
2012 API Score 737
2013 API Score 729
Change over 4 years +2
Kelseyville
1697
2009 API Score 727
Students scores fall into one of five perform-
Konocti
3071
676
681
698
703
696
+20
ance levels: advanced, proficient, basic, below
Lakeport
1536
774
779
786
790
784
+10
basic, and far below basic. The yearly STAR
Lucerne
249
728
763
784
760
692
-36
exam are used to assess school and
Middletown**
1583
792
791
793
801
801
+9
district performance and satisfy assessment
UL Elementary
533
681
705
697
706
720
+39
UL High
351
670
683
661
642
640
-30
based upon individual student testing scores in the areas of science, math, English Language Arts, and History/Social Science.
District
testing system and the high school exit
requirements for the current version of the
federal
Elementary
and
Secondary
Education Act, known as No Child Left Behind.
“Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” ~ George Bernard Shaw
LAKE COUNTY 2012-13 STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Total K-12 Enrollment
9,145
Free/Reduced Lunch
71%
English Language Learner
11%
Special Education
12%
American Indian/Alaskan Native
5%
Hispanic or Latino
29%
African American (non-Hispanic)
2%
White (non-Hispanic)
57%
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICED MEALS—BY DISTRICT 2008-09
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
100%
94.55%
77.50%
93.02%
97.01%
Kelseyville Unified
79.62%
68.27%
80.77%
82.21%
73.01%
Konocti Unified
80.08%
83.00%
76.30%
88.39%
83.07%
Lakeport Unified
51.76%
53.58%
53.58%
55.94%
58.53%
Lucerne Elementary
71.54%
76.26%
77.73%
90.48%
91.97%
Middletown Unified
38.40%
40.53%
45.17%
44.25%
45.99%
Lake County Int’l Charter
51.92%
57.43%
61.29%
73.58%
81.03%
Upper Lake Union Elementary
78.77%
78.57%
79.37%
84.85%
80.68%
Upper Lake Union High
76.60%
84.71%
78.44%
75.58%
84.90%
Lake County Office of Education
Lake County enrollment has been on a steady decline for the past decade, which impacts funding levels at every district.
TOTAL LAKE COUNTY STUDENT ENROLLMENT 2012-13
2011-12 2010-11 2009-10
2008-09 2007-08 2006-07
2005-06 2004-05 2003-04
2002-03 2001-02 8250
*Information collected from CDE DataQuest
8500
8750
9000
9250
9500
9750
10000
10250
10500
10750
FINANCE 2012-13 Lake County Office of Education revenue
90% Invested directly into support services
Lake County Office of Education Budget
General Fund
Child Development
Special Ed Pass Through to Districts $ 191,656
Total
Revenue Limit Sources
$ 1,945,826
-
Federal Revenues
$ 1,581,724
$
304,513
$ 1,814,303
$ 3,700,540
Other State Revenues
$ 3,776,807
$
922,529
$ 3,321,948
$ 8,021,284
Local Revenues
$ 2,386,907
$
152,901
$
$ 2,543,026
Other Financing
$
$
1,050
-
$
TOTAL REVENUES
$ 9,785,935
$ 1,380,993
$ 5,331,125
$16,498,053
TOTAL EXPENDITURES
$ 9,499,309
$ 1,378,218
$ 5,418,200
$16,295,727
BALANCE
$
$
$
$
94,671
286,626
2,775
3,218
(87,075)
$ 2,137,482
95,721
202,326
3% Services to Regional Agencies
To help Lake County districts meet their education 2% Services to Community
1
goals, Lake County Office of Education is committed to
2
fiscal responsibility to ensure that maximum resources
3
10% County Office of Education Costs4
5 85% Services to 6 School Districts
are utilized for services directly focused on districts, schools and students.
“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” ~ Barack Obama
Lottery Expenditures
District General Fund Expenditures Lake County Office of Education administrative expenses comprise only
5%
of the annual budget
To view a detailed report of expenditures visit http://tinyurl.com/lcoeexp
HIGHLIGHTS OF PROGRAMS Spelling Bee
Academic Decathlon
Mock Trial
The elementary and junior high spelling bees were held March, 2013. Congratulations to our county champions!
Kelseyville High School won the Lake County Academic Decathlon after only its second year back in the competition, winning over Upper Lake High School, which has been the undisputed Lake County champion for the last decade. The Academic Decathlon is a rigorous competition for which students train and compete against one another in a series of mental competitions.
The Lake County Mock Trial Competition was launched in 2012/13, and Middletown High School was the county champion in this inaugural year. Schools are partnered with teacher coaches and local attorneys. Students compete as attorneys in a courtroom arguing opposite sides of a case. The program helps students understand our judicial system and develop analytical abilities and communication skills.
Pictured below, photos 3 and 4.
Pictured below photo 5.
Elementary: Alex Thompson (Minnie Cannon) and Lily Gardner (Cobb) Junior High: Mike Ray (Pomo) and Jason Gentle (Mountain Vista) Pictured below, photos 1 and 2.
Excellence in Education Award Night Richard Schaut, an English teacher at Middletown High School, was selected as the 2012-13 Lake County Teacher of the Year. Schaut holds a Bachelor’s Degree from University of California, Los Angeles; and a Master’s Degree in humanities, language and literature from California State University, Dominguez Hills. He has been a teacher at Middletown High School since 1990 and teaches English 12, AP English Composition, Honors English 11 and English 9, as well as Philosophy. Mr. Schaut says, “Today my philosophy of teaching is that to teach well, we must love our subject, we must love learning, we must love the process of teaching, and we must genuinely care about our students. To do this well, we must have patience, we must practice, and we must be persistent, both as teachers and as students. Teaching is about building relationships and explaining processes, passing on what we know to be true.” Each year the school districts in the county select one exemplary teacher as their district Teacher of the Year. A committee of community leaders interviews the candidates. The criteria for the selection of the County Teacher of the Year is based upon the state and national requirements, which include professional development activities, commitment to the improvement of the educational system, personal attributes, creativity, ability to communicate ideas effectively and professional skills in delivering curriculum and instruction to students. The 2012-13 selection committee members were: Pamela Bordisso, Tim Gill, Marilyn Grock, Nyla Norris and Richard Smith. Following are the outstanding District Teachers of the Year for 2012-13: Matthew Carpenter, Kelseyville Unified School District Valerie Duncan, Upper Lake Union Elementary District Teresa Dunne, Upper Lake Union High School District Stacy Holland, Lakeport Unified School District Marlene Henry, Konocti Unified School District Richard Schaut, Middletown Unified School District Richard Schaut pictured at right from top, photo 2 with student, Jacob Gill; photo 4 with Principal, Bill Roderick.
HIGHLIGHTS OF PROGRAMS 0-8 Task Force
College Admit Reception
ECE Awards
Research is clear that the learning that occurs between the ages of 0-8 years old is critical for children to reach their full potential. In Fall of 2012, Wally Holbrook initiated the 0-8 Task Force, designed to focus on programs and services that serve children and families during this critical time. After research and strategic planning, the Task Force selected Parent Engagement as their primary focus, and the countywide initiative, Hope Rising, will be launched in 2014.
The 8th Annual College-Going Initiative University Admittance Reception was held on May 6th at Kelseyville High School. Each year administrators, board members, counselors and college representatives all gather to honor the graduating seniors and their families who have been accepted to a four-year college. This year, the schools invited 106 students, up from 94 in 2012.
The sixth annual Early Childhood Educator of the Year Award Program was held on May 4, 2013. Approximately 200 educators and supporters attended, and 14 awards were presented to educators who exemplify excellence, ongoing education and commitment to the field. The program is sponsored by the Lake County Child Care Planning Council at LCOE, and is supported by generous donations from agencies and community members. Pictured below right, photos 3 and 4.
Pictured below, photo 2.
Literacy Task Force The Literacy Task Force, established in 2011, continued their diligent focus on their four selected initiatives during 2012-2013. The Task Force represents educators, business and community leaders and is focused on supporting county-wide literacy activities and initiatives. Initiative #1 – The Big Read The Big Read began with a matching grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in 2011, and we were again awarded the grant in 2012, with the second annual effort launching in October, 2013. During 2012-13, the Task Force focused on preparation, as well as building awareness and support for the event, which featured The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan, and includes events, activities and book clubs around the county. Initiative #2 – Lake County Reads Lake County Reads inspires volunteerism and reading both from service club/organization members and high school students, who together volunteer to read to students each week in an elementary school classroom. The selected books are then donated to the school and help build a library and a love for reading for the students. The long term vision for this initiative is that every elementary school in Lake County has a sponsored Lake County Reads program! Initiative #3 – Schools of Hope This pilot program partners with Lakeport Unified School District and United Way. Trained volunteers spend 30 minutes in the elementary school classroom each week tutoring students throughout the school year. The program is focused on middle to low readers in the primary grades. Initiative #4 – Imagination Library For a $25 annual sponsorship, one child will receive one high quality, hard cover book per month, delivered to their home. The program promotes reading through the active participation of the parents. Community organizations and local agencies have generously contributed to The Imagination Library, raising over $8,000 during the 2012-13 year. The program goal is to sponsor each child from birth through 5 years, inspiring a love of reading by receiving a book in their home each month. The final book each child receives sends them off to kindergarten with an exciting book about starting school. Pictured at right, with Sutter Lakeside Hospital, and St. Helena Hospital, Clearlake.
“Man maintains his balance, poise, and sense of security only as he is moving forward.” ~ Maxwell Maltz
Success comes with a balance between reflection — looking back — and projection — looking
Focus...
forward. As we progress through the 2013-14 school year, LCOE is focused on strategic goal setting within each and every department and program, committed to ensuring a quality education and positive future for each and every child in Lake County.
1 2 3
Literacy Task Force Parent Engagement The Hub
As we move forward, we are also committed to directing our focus to three specific initiatives that we believe will result in the most significant positive impact for children and families, and for the future of our communities. The Literacy Task Force—Research proves that third grade reading scores are a strong predictor of future success in school and life. We choose to focus on ensuring that every child can read at grade level by the third grade, and develops a love for reading that will carry them through to school success. Parent Engagement— Strong communities, thriving families, and children who are healthy, safe and ready to learn with parents who are involved in their education — This is our vision for Lake County. We are committed to helping parents build on their strengths, and supporting each family in becoming strong and healthy. The Hub — This innovative community school pilot program in Upper Lake makes schools The Hub around which the community gathers its resources to help attain better outcomes for students, their families and surrounding neighborhoods. Focusing on the whole child, The Hub makes sense for Lake County, and a Hub in every community is the long-term vision.
MOVE FORWARD
L OCAL CONTR OL FU NDING FOR MU L A (L CFF)
The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) is a
LCFF not only overhauls the antiquated way the state used to finance public schools, but it impacts how money is now allocated to schools.
The Nuts and Bolts of LCFF
new funding model that aims to improve the
LCFF simplifies school finance to allow districts to make local decisions.
state’s finance system. It does the following:
LCFF is designed to improve student outcomes:
1 2 3
Restores funding for all districts with
Local budget flexibility to meet student needs;
Simplicity to aid in transparency, making it more realistic for parents and community members to
additional resources for low-income
understand how education dollars are utilized;
and English Language Learners.
Performance through aligned programs and budget plans, which allows a focus on teaching.
LCFF implementation will take time, but begins now.
Removes bureaucratic red tape that bogs down money sent to local school
The goal of LCFF is to improve student outcomes through quality teaching and learning. This teaching and
districts.
learning will be reported in and measured through the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). The LCAP is organized around state priority areas that are proven to support student learning. These priority areas
Increases Local Control, giving local
include: student academic achievement, student attendance, other student measures (school level
school districts more options on how
assessment data), school climate, parental involvement, basic services (facilities, high quality staff,
to best use funds.
instructional materials), implementation of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), and high school access to A-G and Advanced Placement courses.
The LCFF represents the most comprehensive reform to California’s school finance system in
To view a video explaining the LCFF and what it means for California’s students, visit
40 years. Coupled with the implementation of
http://lcff.wested.org/lcff-channel/episode-1/
Common Core content standards, we are on the verge of fundamental and beneficial changes to California’s education system that could improve outcomes for all students.
The Nuts and Bolts of CCSS
The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent,
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) set grade-by-grade learning expectations for students in grades K-12 for Mathematics and for English Language Arts and Literacy.
focused on preparing students for success in college and career. The CCSS for English Language Arts and Math support teachers in helping students to build strong content knowledge, demonstrate independence and perseverance, respond to the varying demands of audience, critique, use technology and digital media,
learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge
While states have had standards for more than 15 years, the CCSS are more
task, purpose and discipline, comprehend and
clear understanding of what students are expected to
and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy.
CO MMON CORE STATE ST ANDARDS (C CSS)
reason abstractly and quantitatively and understand other perspectives. These standards lend themselves to more opportunities to use the newfound knowledge in performance or hands-on tasks. The CCSS have been credited with sparking the creativity in teaching that brought many into a profession in education. For more information on CCSS, visit www.corestandards.org.
Unlike previous state standards, which were unique to every state in the country, the Common Core State Standards enable collaboration between states on a range of tools and policies, including: Collaboration on the development of textbooks, digital media, and other teaching materials aligned to the standards; The development and implementation of common comprehensive assessment systems to measure student performance annually that will replace existing state testing systems; Support and collaboration amongst educators and schools in teaching to the new standards. Student success as college AND career ready, regardless of zip code.
L COE PR OGR AMS AND SE R VICES *
Student Achievement Focus matters, and the new funding formula requires schools, districts and county offices of education to develop a laser focus, by providing ten priority areas under
which
all
programs
and
services must be prioritized. This ensures that our energy and resources are being spent on things
that
matter
most
—
improving outcomes for students. The ten priority areas are based upon research that identifies the most important components to supporting student success.
*The lists of programs and services are
not
intended
to
be
comprehensive, but rather, provide an overview of the many ways LCOE serves Lake County districts, schools and communities.
This includes LCOE programs that support student performance on standardized tests, Academic Performance Index, college and career ready students, and more. Educational Services Data review for schools and districts and analysis to target goals Curriculum support for schools and educators Professional development for educators District self-review support College and Career Readiness presentations Common Core implementation support Student Events, such as Academic Decathlon, Construction Expo, Robotics, Mock Trial, STEM/ STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) , AmeriCorps Tutoring Operation of the Taylor Observatory and Science Center Support and implementation of career technical education courses at all five high schools Development and support of Volunteen program at Sutter Lakeside Hospital Preschool programs on elementary school campuses Afterschool programs offering academic enrichment and homework support Professional development and quality improvement programs for early childhood educators Specialized services for blind and deaf and hard-ofhearing students Support Services Healthy Start programs on school campuses, helping to remove barriers that keep students from learning
Parental Involvement These LCOE programs support schools in effectively eliciting parent input and meaningfully responding to that input, as well as helping to increase parent participation and engagement. Administrative Services Parent Engagement Initiative Implementation Parent Survey design, implementation and analysis through LCOE Communication Services Design and distribution of communication tools and materials, such as websites, newsletters, and social media focused on parental involvement through LCOE Communication Services Educational Services Individual Education Plan meeting participation College Admit Reception Industry Advisory Committees to ensure students are learning the skills they need to be successful in their field Support Services Safe Schools/Healthy Students therapy and counseling for families The Hub, providing coordinated educational, health and social supports Special Education Community Advisory Council (parent group) Healthy Start programs on school campuses, supporting families in overcoming obstacles
Through strategic planning and intentional design, Lake County Office of Education provides programs and services designed to support districts and schools in the development and implementation of the innovative LCFF. Our goal is to work in partnership with Lake County school districts, providing the important services they need, using personalized and innovative strategies that all serve the highest priority — the best possible outcomes for Lake County students.
Student Engagement LCOE provides support for schools to increase school attendance rates, reduce chronic absenteeism and drop out rates, while increasing high school graduation rates. LCOE and school districts provide programs that engage students. Athletics, art, drama, music or technical classes often make the difference for a student struggling to find the motivation to attend school. Administrative Services Support for the design and implementation of school attendance campaigns, including materials and messaging for websites and social media through LCOE Communication Services Support Services AmeriCorps Tutoring for student success Safe Schools/Healthy Students therapy and counseling for students Healthy Start programs on school campuses, helping remove barriers that keep students from learning Foster Youth services and tutoring WorkAbility and transition services to support students in gaining the skills necessary to succeed The development of the Creativity School, using a strength-based approach and project-based learning to creatively re-engage students Truancy Reduction Support for the efforts of the truancy reduction program by providing a truancy investigator to work with schools, parents of truant students, and especially children, helping students get back on track Administration of the Countywide Student Attendance Review Board
Basic Services
Other Student Outcomes
Oversight responsibilities are given to county office of education to support teachers and administrators in identifying areas of their campus and/or instructional program that could be improved, along with general business support for districts and schools.
There are many indicators of student performance, and we are committed to supporting educators and students in a variety of ways to help them in their goal of ensuring success for every student.
Administrative Services Management of the Certificated Substitute Consortium Administration of the Live Scan services for the county Facilities maintenance for LCOE schools and buildings Legal counsel Support and approval of districts’ Local Control Accountability Plans Fiscal oversight to all districts Countywide retirement plan management Payroll services for districts Accounts payable services Fiscal software support
Educational Services Teacher support, providing training, facilitation and collaboration opportunities for educators Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Program (BTSA) offered to new educators Analysis of student Individual Education Plans and assistance with progress Professional development for preschool and transitional kindergarten educators Support for the implementation and analysis of the Kindergarten Entry Developmental Profile, to identify trends and inform professional growth and collaboration for preschool and transitional kindergarten educators Facilitation of the Counselors’ Network to share resources and strengthen collaboration Administrative Coaching Support for principals Support for the Regional Skills USA competition for Lake County students Support for school and district implementation of Future Farmers of America and Future Business Leaders of America Administration of the GED exam
Educational Services Required annual reviews of campuses and programs along with support for identified areas of improvement Quality improvement mentoring for early childhood educators
L COE PR OGR AMS AND SE R VICES
Implementation of Common Core (CCSS)
Districts and Schools —
LCOE provides support and resources for districts to successfully implement the Common Core for all students, including English language learners, low income students, and foster youth.
If districts and schools have questions about how these LCOE programs can seamlessly blend with and support your district’s Local Control Accountability Plan, please contact us. We would love the opportunity to find out how our services can provide solutions to your most significant challenges and highest goals.
Administrative Services High-speed internet access Instructional classroom technology implementation Equipment and software training Educational Services Strategies and support for teachers serving English language learners Common Core Summer Institute at Marymount California University Specific training for coordination of Individual Education Plans and CCSS CCSS Professional Development for Career Technical Education teachers, providing a model of Curriculum Standards Support for alignment of the Preschool Foundations with CCSS Specialized CCSS training for special education teachers
School Climate School climate focuses on efforts to reduce the incidents of suspension and expulsion on school campuses. Educational Services Facilitation of principals’ meetings to share resources and strengthen collaboration Support of Career Technical Education pathways that inspire students and make school and learning relevant, encouraging school attendance Support Services Coordination of educationally related mental health services, including the opening of the Clearlake Creativity School Safe Schools/Healthy Students counseling services and referrals Healthy Start programs on school campuses, helping identify issues that are preventing school success
“The future depends on what we do in the present.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi
Course Access These efforts focus on helping students access the courses required for admittance to a university (A-G courses) and improve scores on the early assessment program tests. Educational Services Convening the Lake County Education Partnership, a collaboration of representatives from higher education, K-12 education and early childhood education Facilitation of counselors’ meetings to support increased access for students Coordination of articulation agreements with community colleges allowing students to receive college credit for Career Technical Education courses they take while in high school Guidance in the development of Career Technical Education courses that meet the A-G requirements, preparing students for successful university admittance
Foster Youth The most recent reports tell us that 75% of foster youth are working below grade point average, 83% are held back by the third grade and 46% eventually drop out of high school. These LCOE services work to ensure positive outcomes for our foster youth. Support Services Tutoring services are provided to any foster youth needing extra support AB490 liaison services protect the educational rights of foster youth, and educates the community on these rights Career guidance and college planning support is provided on an individualized basis to help foster youth outline their goals Transition services support high school students in graduating and developing life skills for success
Services to Expelled Youth LCOE provides specific services and plans for students who have been expelled from school. Educational Services A community school program is provided for expelled youth in grades 7-12 Quality educational program provided to incarcerated students through the Juvenile Hall Renaissance Court School Independent Study programs are provided to qualifying students Administration of the GED exam Support Services Alternative education staff collaborates with district counselors, psychologists and school health personnel to help students access needed resources Alternative education staff collaborates with law enforcement, probation, drug and alcohol prevention and mental health agency staff to support students Safe Schools/Healthy Students counseling services and referrals Special Education services provided to support students as needed
If you have taken the time to peruse this annual report, you will have noticed an emphasis on data, programs, reporting, and maybe some unusual terms that are difficult to understand. These things are important. Accountability, measurement, regulations — these matter. They ensure equal access and quality, while making maximum use of our resources. narrative Sometimes, though, it’s important to pause and look at the people behind the scenes. The people of LCOE care deeply about the students, families and communities we serve, going above and beyond in countless small—and not-so-small — ways, making the difference for children and youth. In the end, it’s the people that matter. It’s people giving compassion, empathy, expertise, innovation, energy, and hope. It’s people — the students — who inspire this spirit. Following are examples of how LCOE programs serve our communities. Yes, the names and details are changed, but the examples provide an authentic perspective on how and why we — Teach... Serve... Learn.
LCOE—making a difference... Research overwhelmingly proves that when children receive quality early childhood education, they have a much higher chance of graduating from high school, attending college, even owning a home. Edward attends an Early Connection Preschool, and will enter kindergarten next year, ready to learn! LCOE Programs supporting Edward: Quality preschool experience through LCOE’s Early Connection Preschool Receives food backpack from LCOE’s Healthy Start every Friday, since staff noticed Edward often came to school on Monday hungry and unable to focus. Edward’s parents are involved in the Hope Rising parent engagement program, teaching them how to be engaged parents, supporting Edward’s health and education. Edward receives a book in the mail every month from the LCOE Literacy Task Force project, Imagination Library, and his love for reading is preparing him to succeed in school. The Dental Sealant Clinic provided dental care to Edward, and even referred him to have a cavity filled, which was causing him discomfort and interfering with his learning.
Edward, Age 4
Tia, Age 8
every day... Children who are reading at grade level by the third grade have a significantly higher rate of high school graduation and school success. Early school success leads to life success, and Tia is receiving the support she needs to reach her potential. LCOE Programs supporting Tia: LCOE’s Safe Schools/Healthy Students program is providing counseling since Tia’s teacher noticed she was experiencing emotional problems possibly stemming from her parents recent divorce. LCOE’s Educational Services department attended Tia’s Individual Education Plan meeting with her parents to support them and help them understand how to work with her teachers to help her succeed. Tia attends LCOE’s after school program and receives enrichment and homework help while her parents are at work. They know she is safe and happy. During this time, LCOE’s AmeriCorps tutors focus on helping Tia with her reading, helping her achieve the goal of grade level reading by the end of the school year. Tia’s parents are attending a free Nurturing Parenting class series to help them learn new ways to work together as a family. Tia’s teachers are noticing a big improvement in her attitude and ability to focus, since the stress at home is reduced. Tia’s classroom recently had a field trip to the Taylor Observatory and Science Center, where Tia’s natural ability for science and math was nourished. She plans on participating in an upcoming Lego Robotics program. This special opportunity is inspiring a love for school and learning for Tia. Tia’s teacher recently attended a special professional development program focused on coordinating her student’s Individual Education Plans with the Common Core State Standards. She returned to her classroom with new ideas and is already noticing improvement in Tia’s progress.
for students... For foster youth, the high school experience is often challenging and overwhelming. Nearly half don’t even graduate. Comprehensive services can make the difference for a student, like Andrew, who needs support to succeed.
Andrew, Age 17
for teachers... Teachers are faced with many challenges and often dwindling resources. Professional development, and inspiration helps strengthen and support their work. LCOE Programs supporting Laura: Laura is an avid learner and has attended several LCOE-sponsored trainings on topics such as Common Core Implementation and Integrating Technology. As a TK teacher, Laura attends collaborative sessions with other teachers, to share ideas on supporting young learners and managing a diverse classroom. Laura readily refers students and families to the Healthy Start office on her campus. This gives her the confidence that the family’s needs are met, while allowing her to focus more on teaching. Several students are receiving specialized tutoring from LCOE’s AmeriCorps members, helping her to manage her broad range of learners.
LCOE Programs supporting Andrew: LCOE’s collaboration with local truancy prevention initiatives identified Andrew as soon as he started missing school and helped him get back on track to graduate. Andrew’s participation in the Construction Expo and the automotive Career Technical Education course at his high school helped him re-engage with school and gave him another positive reason to go to school every day, while inspiring him with ideas about his future career potential. Andrew receives specialized tutoring through the Foster Youth Program. He fell behind on credits due to frequent school changes, but the LCOE Foster Youth Liaison is advocating for Andrew, and making sure he is succeeding in the classes he needs to graduate. He is also receiving career guidance and college planning support to help him set and achieve his goals.
Laura, Teacher Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten Combo Class
Children don’t come with instructions, and many families today are facing significant challenges. Support programs strengthen families, helping children succeed.
The Morris Family
LCOE Programs supporting the Morris Family: Since losing his job last year, dad has become the main caregiver at home. He realized he was taking the stress out on his family, so he agreed to attend Nurturing Parenting classes, which are helping to break negative patterns and learn new behaviors. Their oldest child has experienced significant hearing loss, and is now receiving support from LCOE’s program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The Morris’ are involved in the Hope Rising parent engagement program, which is teaching them how to support their children’s health and education. Engaged parents and resilient families are primary indicators of student success. The Hub provided the Morris’ with referrals they needed to access resources for job search and health care.
for our families and communities...
... and for our future.
Lake County Superintendent of Schools Wally Holbrook
Lake County Board of Education Dr. Mark Cooper, President Patricia M. Hicks, Vice President Dr. David Browning Madelene Lyon George Ryder
Lake Co unty Offic e of Educatio n Main Lakeport Office | 707-262-4100 1152 South Main Street, Lakeport
Hance Education Center | 707-263-4563 1510 Argonaut Road, Lakeport
Workforce Training and Career Center | 707-994-9001 14092 Lakeshore Boulevard, Clearlake
Clearlake Creativity School | 707-995-9523 6945 Old Highway 53, Clearlake
www.lakecoe.org Lake Co unty Schoo l Districts Kelseyville Unified | 707-279-1511 www.kusd.lake.k12.ca.us
Konocti Unified | 707-994-6475 www.konoctiusd.org
Lakeport Unified | 707-262-3000 www.lakeport.k12.ca.us
Lucerne Elementary | 707-274-5578 www.lucerne.k12.ca.us
Middletown Unified | 707-987-4100 www.middletownusd.org
Upper Lake Union Elementary | 707-275-2357 www.ulesd.org
Upper Lake Union High School | 707-275-2655 www.ulhs.k12.ca.us This report was designed and produced by the LCOE Communications Department. For information on services or to share your thoughts and suggestions on this report, please contact Shelly Mascari, Director of Communications at smascari@lakecoe.org.