The Los Angeles County Science Community of Practice is a series of meetings supporting district TOSA's, Specialists, Grade Level/Dept. Chairs, and other Science Education Leaders. The purpose of the Community of Practice is focused to: Networking and Collaboration  Identify obstacles and challenges for science education Identify solutions and systems Leadership and Professional Development Maintain knowledge of trends Meetings will take place Virtually or In-Person (PLEASE NOTE: DATES MAY CHANGE) Virtual Dates (4-5pm):Zoom Link Registration will be sent August 24, 2026 November 30, 2026 February 16, 2027 May 24, 2027 In-Person (9am-12pm): (LOCATIONS TBA) September 28, 2026 October 19, 2026 January 25, 2027 March 30, 2027 April 26, 2027 June 8, 2027               Participants will receive current statewide and local updates regarding NGSS implementation efforts, including curriculum, assessment, and professional learning opportunities.  Partners include CASE Members, K12 Alliance, LA County Science Projects, Informal Science Institutions, CREEC Members, and more.  Meets LCAP Goals: 1-8 LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.  LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability.  If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact (the department secretary or individual managing registrations). 

(This is Year 2 of a two-year cohort. The five training dates for the 2026–27 school year are 9/14/26; 10/15/26; 1/25/27; 4/19/27; and 5/03/27. The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) believes school counseling is an integral component of student success. An effective school counseling program helps school counselors ensure that all students have access to a developmental curriculum for academic achievement, career development and social/emotional well-being that will lead to improved student outcomes for college and career readiness. School counseling standards for students and professional practice serve as the defining documents of the school counseling profession. The training series is designed to lead the district's school counselors through the development, implementation, evaluation and improvement of a comprehensive school counseling program built on school-specific data. Expected Outcomes: 1. 100% of the district's schools will document a fully implemented school counseling program at the end of the two year period. 2. 100% of the district's school counselors will demonstrate results of the school counseling program on student achievement, attendance and/or behavior. 3. District administrators will be able to articulate results of the school counseling program for all students. The fee for participation in this two year cohort is $300/school year/participant.   LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.

Ready to design learning experiences that work for everyone? Join us for an ongoing, hands-on workshop series hosted by the Learning Acceleration and Academic Support Unit. Together, we’ll explore how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approach can make our LACOE meetings and professional learning more engaging, inclusive, and impactful. Throughout the 2026–27 series, participants will engage in learning focused on: Designing engaging and inclusive professional learning experiences Applying UDL principles to meetings, facilitation, and adult learning Strengthening collaboration, participation, and learner agency Reducing barriers to engagement in professional learning settings Reflecting on practice and refining professional learning structures Sharing resources, ideas, and examples across departments and teams Register for all and join as many as you can. 

Ready to supercharge your reading instruction and really get ALL kids reading? Join our Getting Reading Right Consortium to follow the science and learn more about using evidenced-aligned strategies that help mitigate reading issues. We will share data, ideas, and strategies, and work as partners in this endeavor. LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact Silvia Trinidad at Trinidad_silvia@lacoe.edu or the LACOE Title II Coordinator, Hugo Aceves, at Aceves_hugo@lacoe.edu.

Teachers of older struggling readers need tools and strategies for addressing and closing reading gaps, not just scaffolds as "band-aids". Join us to learn how the science of reading can be implemented in the secondary classroom. Learn best practices for assessing and addressing specific reading issues. Learn how students master the code, develop fluency, and build content vocabulary knowledge in order to become skilled comprehenders of any text. LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact Silvia Trinidad at Trinidad_silvia@lacoe.edu or the LACOE Title II Coordinator, Hugo Aceves, at Aceves_hugo@lacoe.edu.

Students in foster care and other vulnerable populations may face an increased risk of human trafficking. This training explores trafficking indicators, risk factors and grooming techniques while increasing awareness of the impact trafficking can have on youth. Participants will learn strategies for prevention, identification, response and support. Learning Objectives: Define human trafficking and understand common forms of exploitation. Recognize warning signs and risk factors. Identify appropriate reporting and referral procedures. Strengthen prevention and awareness efforts within schools and communities.

LA-CAN teams will tackle the goals and barriers in their respective contexts, implement and sustain their action plans, strengthen their community of practice across LA County, and engage more underrepresented students in high-quality dual-enrollment pathways. The LA-CAN team's objectives are to move toward Vision 2030, with all California high school students on a clear path to graduating with 12 college credits. Session One Focus: Action Planning and Pathway Template Session Two Focus: Aligning CCAPs and MOUs and leveraging state policy and funding developments Session Three Focus: Integrating social capital development and workshop advising tools to expand access Session Four Focus: Showcase accomplishments and engage with preliminary data findings

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Recognize the Stages: Shape the Future is a dynamic professional learning series that empowers educators to recognize the patterns that can lead to division, dehumanization, and violence. Through immersive learning experiences at local museums and cultural centers, engaging discussions, and virtual case studies, participants will examine the Ten Stages of Genocide across historical and contemporary contexts and reflect on the shared human experiences that connect them. Educators will gain practical strategies to strengthen critical thinking, civic engagement, student agency and voice, while learning how to recognize patterns of exclusion and bias within their own school communities and create learning environments where every student feels seen, valued, and empowered. Join colleagues from across Los Angeles County for this unique opportunity to learn from history, inspire meaningful action, and help shape a more just future. December 2, 2026 (In-person) December 9, 2026 (Virtual) January 13, 2027( In-person) January 25, 2027 (Virtual) February 17, 2027( In-person) February 24, 2027 (Virtual) March 8, 2027 (Virtual) March 11, 2027 (In-person) April 14, 2027 (In-person) *Full Series Committment Required (in-person and virtual) For more details please visit the Series Guide Book To access the Flyer: Click Here LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact Elaina Garza, III Coordinator III at Garza_Elaina@lacoe.edu.