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![Honoring excellence in education: Santa Barbara County’s finest celebrated at 11th annual “A Salute to Teachers” gala]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730756457/sbceoorg/aazzgpkwwjd4ax6jtj7c/2024salutewebsitereleasethumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730756457/sbceoorg/aazzgpkwwjd4ax6jtj7c/2024salutewebsitereleasethumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730756457/sbceoorg/aazzgpkwwjd4ax6jtj7c/2024salutewebsitereleasethumbnail.png","width":800}])
![Educators, childcare providers, emergency responders, and school safety experts convene for countywide School Safety Symposium]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1729878085/sbceoorg/ttrmwghe5gpgnkgfcjk9/SBCEO2024SchoolSafetySymposium.jpg","width":2200}])
![Santa Barbara County Education Office launches multimedia campaign to inspire the next generation of public education professionals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729790646/sbceoorg/vwyzuqtmiszbsaqhcy4t/JtJpressreleasethumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729790646/sbceoorg/vwyzuqtmiszbsaqhcy4t/JtJpressreleasethumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729790646/sbceoorg/vwyzuqtmiszbsaqhcy4t/JtJpressreleasethumbnail.png","width":800}])
![Students and volunteer career coaches celebrate the end of an 8-week cycle of Job Readiness workshops]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728935237/sbceoorg/uzsdkn1bsy09czico3om/GoldenBellPRThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728935237/sbceoorg/uzsdkn1bsy09czico3om/GoldenBellPRThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728935237/sbceoorg/uzsdkn1bsy09czico3om/GoldenBellPRThumbnail.png","width":800}])
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![Applications now open for the 2024-25 Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools Student Advisory Council]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1726078878/sbceoorg/vzebcmxdy2g9tvrdr3gw/2023-24SAC.jpg","width":2200}])
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![Overall 1st Place School- Peabody Charter School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1717083599/sbceoorg/yn024yxq4dww7twub4of/Overall1stPlaceSchool-PeabodyCharterSchool.jpg","width":2200}])
From the Desk of Superintendent Salcido
![Susan Salcido]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681513374/sbceoorg/veiept3svhhjtooj7wj0/susancropped.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681513374/sbceoorg/veiept3svhhjtooj7wj0/susancropped.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681513374/sbceoorg/veiept3svhhjtooj7wj0/susancropped.jpg","width":800}])
As the calendar year comes to a close, we take this moment to reflect with gratitude on the many partnerships that strengthen public education and enrich the lives of students across our county. May this season bring you rest, peace, and a healthy, joyful New Year!
Non-Profit Programs of SBCEO
![child receiving dental exam]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688927312/sbceoorg/thbqpsultln7i7psyj9w/CFRS-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1688927312/sbceoorg/thbqpsultln7i7psyj9w/CFRS-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688927312/sbceoorg/thbqpsultln7i7psyj9w/CFRS-2.jpg","width":799}])
Connecting families to resources, from health screenings to social services
![girl drawing a ladybug]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1687975859/sbceoorg/xupkoyiveuc4ryyahaiz/080-AL2023_1.jpg","width":2200}])
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
January 2025
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Sunday, December 29
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Board Declared Holiday
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New Year's Day (Observed)
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Winter Break Ends for...
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County Board of Education Meeting
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Winter Break Ends for...
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Winter Break Ends for...
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Expanding School-Based Health Billing & Reimbursement - Day 1
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4400 Cathedral Oaks Rd, Santa Barbara, California 93110, United States
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