MUSD PLC Leadership Academy with Maria Nielsen. Join us as Maria continues to support our PLC journey on how to respond to the evidence of learning - questions three and four.

YUSD PLC Leadership Academy w/Nicole Dimich. Join us with Nicole as she supports our expertise on building quality assessments.

GUIDING QUESTION: How does California’s UTK policy support principals and district leaders to expand TK and elevate classroom quality in order to reduce unfair disparities for children? LEARNING OUTCOME: District and school leaders know how California’s UTK initiative may narrow disparities in young children’s growth and development.

The District Support Network provides an opportunity for educational leaders in Stanislaus County to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance student success. The network offers opportunities to build relationships across districts and engage in professional development focused on current educational trends, best practices, and innovative strategies. Participants can expect District Spotlight Presentations highlighting successes and lessons learned, Professional Learning sessions led by content experts on selected Voice & Choice topics, Job‑Alike time to consult with peers on current priorities, and Team Time to work with their school teams on current initiatives.

Join Luis Cruz for a free two-day workshop based on his book Time for Change, where educational leaders will explore what it takes to lead with purpose, courage, and an unwavering commitment to equity. Luis will challenge participants to look critically at the systems, practices, and school cultures that shape student experiences; identify opportunities to disrupt inequities; and lead meaningful change through the PLC process. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to create more equitable and successful outcomes for every student.

The District Support Network provides an opportunity for educational leaders in Stanislaus County to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance student success. The network offers opportunities to build relationships across districts and engage in professional development focused on current educational trends, best practices, and innovative strategies. Participants can expect District Spotlight Presentations highlighting successes and lessons learned, Professional Learning sessions led by content experts on selected Voice & Choice topics, Job‑Alike time to consult with peers on current priorities, and Team Time to work with their school teams on current initiatives.

GUIDING QUESTION: What should leaders see in inclusive, high quality, and culturally and linguistically relevant TK classrooms? LEARNING OUTCOME After exploring research and standards related to high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction, leaders can identify specific “look fors” in TK classrooms to develop their instructional leadership for implementing California’s UTK