Supporting Multimodal Instruction, Learning, and Engagement in Science (SMILES) will focus on the implementation of the CA NGSS, Ambitious Science Teaching, and community-driven topics. We will aim to support all students--particularly unduplicated students--through practices that involve sense-making, visible thinking, and problem-solving in the classroom.

Join us for a monthly lunch and learn exploring the book "From Foster Care to College" by Royel M. Johnson. This book study will bring together regional education partners (TK–16) and community organizations that holistically support students in care. We will meet once a month to engage in shared learning, discussion, and reflection focused on improving educational outcomes and collaborative practices for this population. The monthly meetings will be facilitated by the Cabrillo College Guardian Scholars/NextUp lead and a Guardian Scholar/NextUp student. As an added bonus, all participants will receive a complimentary copy of the book and an invitation to our April culminating event, where author Royel M. Johnson will visit the professional learning community and deliver a book talk!

Join us for a transformative workshops and summer institute designed to equip educators with cutting-edge STEM skills, tools, and resources to inspire the next generation of innovators! Program requirements: A two-week Summer Institute, July 14-25, 2025 with an emphasis on completing a pre-selected project customized to the learning needs of your community Five half-day Community of Practice meetings over the course of the Fellowship An observation related to coaching colleagues on implementation of your Summer Institute project A commitment to fulfill around 20 hours of independent self-paced components of the Fellowship over a period of 12-16 months

Through shared learning in this Community of Practice, and by drawing on the collective wisdom and insights of your colleagues, you will have the opportunity to: Gain an enhanced understanding of the research on personal growth & development Set personalized strategic goals that will make your life more fulfilling Practice implementing strategies and make progress towards your goals Develop a self-care plan that is specific to your needs Feel more agency and power in your life

The English Learner Network provides the space for educators to collaborate and learn about strategies to support English Learners and improve learning outcomes. Information and updates from the California Department of Education (CDE) and U.S. Department of Education will be shared. Topics include: ✓ Initial, Alternate, Summative ELPAC ✓ ELPAC Interim Assessments ✓ English Language Development ✓ Parent Engagement ✓ Title III Updates ✓ Federal Program Monitoring EL Instrument

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This CoP will explore arts integration and the creative process as tools to support holistic learning across all subject areas. In community, we will further our understanding of both the social-emotional benefits and academic benefits of arts engagement and arts learning as a group. Through workshops and conversations, we will explore art practices that can easily be brought into classrooms and explore these larger themes together in real time. This CoP is designed to feed teachers’ creativity while realizing the vision of the Strategic Arts Education Plan: to increase access, support and capacity for an equitable, empowering and student-centered creative arts education. No prior art experience is required.