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Exceptional Santa Barbara County educators recognized at 12th annual “A Salute to Teachers”
2025 Report to the Community
Congratulations to the 2026 Santa Barbara County Teacher of the Year
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Education Celebration recognizes exceptional educators from across Santa Barbara County
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From the Desk of Superintendent Salcido
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In the April 2026 Community Newsletter, we are pleased to spotlight upcoming celebrations, uplift recent recognitions, and share other important news and resources.
Non-Profit Programs of SBCEO
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Connecting families to resources, from health screenings to social services
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Supporting TK-12 arts education in Santa Barbara County schools
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Preparing students for the future by connecting schools to businesses, volunteers, & technology
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