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In addition to teachers and instructional support staff, SBCEO is hiring professionals in accounting, information technology, human resources, maintenance, and other fields.
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![Santa Barbara Countywide Job Fairs: Your path to a rewarding career in public education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740072789/sbceoorg/s2xybnc6kxzfaxmy4cc7/2025JobFairsPRWebsiteGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740072789/sbceoorg/s2xybnc6kxzfaxmy4cc7/2025JobFairsPRWebsiteGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740072789/sbceoorg/s2xybnc6kxzfaxmy4cc7/2025JobFairsPRWebsiteGraphic.png","width":800}])
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![Resources & information for immigrant families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737592962/sbceoorg/qzxd6ctqvoedcf89jleh/POSTSIZEimmigrationresources.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737592962/sbceoorg/qzxd6ctqvoedcf89jleh/POSTSIZEimmigrationresources.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737592962/sbceoorg/qzxd6ctqvoedcf89jleh/POSTSIZEimmigrationresources.png","width":800}])
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From the Desk of Superintendent Salcido
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As we head into Spring, I am inspired by the incredible work happening throughout Santa Barbara County’s schools. Strong schools and strong communities go hand in hand—both thrive when we support all children and their families.
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
![Student mock interviews]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688926898/sbceoorg/ntgivv0ogmq1fhvjlckc/mockinterviews-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1688926898/sbceoorg/ntgivv0ogmq1fhvjlckc/mockinterviews-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688926898/sbceoorg/ntgivv0ogmq1fhvjlckc/mockinterviews-2.jpg","width":800}])
Preparing students for the future by connecting schools to businesses, volunteers, & technology
March 2025
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CA Healthy Kids Survey Data Workshop
Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall/Los Olivos Public Library
Wednesday, March 5
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Expanding School-Based Health Billing & Reimbursement - Day 2
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4400 Cathedral Oaks Rd, Santa Barbara, California 93110, United States
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County Spelling Bee
SBCEO Auditorium, Santa Barbara
Wednesday, March 19
Thursday, March 20
Saturday, March 22
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Spring Break Begins for...
All Day
Tuesday, March 25
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Spring Break Ends for...
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Spring Break Ends for...
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