In these office hours, we will review Adding/removing users from SmartTeach Transferring users to a different site/classroom Allocating Cloud licenses Overall questions regarding SmartTeach setup and Cloud access **This event is ONLY for LACOE Head Start Delegate Agencies**

An academic coach community of practice is a collaborative network of educators dedicated to continuous growth and impactful leadership. This group engages in learning centered around understanding and utilizing data to drive instruction and student success. Through courageous leadership conversations, members tackle difficult topics with empathy and honesty. Together, they explore systemic change, aiming to create equitable and sustainable improvement across schools. Coaches support one another in inspiring reluctant teachers, sharing strategies to build  and foster motivation. Grounded in Brene Brown’s “Dare to Lead”, the community emphasizes  vulnerability, resilience, and bold actions as foundations for transformative educational  leadership. 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 21CSLA Secretary, Brandy Pandolini, at Pandolini_Brandy@lacoe.edu or the LACOE Title II Coordinator, Hugo Aceves, at Aceves_Hugo@lacoe.edu.

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This training is Part 2 of a 5-part series focused on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  In this session, we will explore sensory processing and its relation to Autism Spectrum Disorder. We will learn about the different senses and how to create a classroom that supports children with various sensory preferences and needs. We encourage participants to attend all sessions. Every session will be unique and build on top of prior learning. Please mark your calendars for the upcoming dates and note that sessions may either be virtual or in-person. December 9, 2026 (Wednesday) from 10am-12pm: IN-PERSON January 19, 2027 (Tuesday) from 10am-12pm: VIRTUAL February 23, 2027 (Tuesday) from 10am-12pm: IN-PERSON  

During ChildPlus Data Entry for Mental Health ver. 3.13, participants will: Receive training including general navigation, review of menu structure and configuration of data entry defaults Identify and follow up on Mental Health referrals generated from within the Health or Family Services module Review and update data from within the Health and/or Family services modules and transfer to the Mental Health module Enter Mental Health transactions, observations and PIR information Audit data using ChildPlus Reports

Join the College Board and the Los Angeles County Office of Education: College and Career Readiness/AVID Unit for a dynamic half-day College Readiness Access & Opportunity Workshop. This interactive session will highlight strategies to expand access to AP courses, review multi-year AP and SAT Suite data to identify equity gaps and inform decision making, uncover the facts about the SAT through an engaging myth-busting activity, and explore the importance of the PSAT in building college readiness. Participants will also gain practical insights into BigFuture and the CSS Profile to better support students and families on their postsecondary journey. 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 Analy Mendoza, Division Secretary at mendoza_analy@gmail.com

The Coordinators’ Collaborative events include a discussion of topics related to special education and intended for special education coordinators or administrators.

This Community of Practice is open to all LEAs and charter schools participating in LACOE’s Billing Consortium for the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) Fee Schedule. Through regular virtual sessions, this space offers ongoing support, resource-sharing, and technical assistance as LEAs and charters work toward operational readiness and implementation of the CYBHI Fee Schedule. Participants will: Receive step-by-step guidance on onboarding requirements Understand staffing roles and billing responsibilities Learn how to submit SPI files, student batch registrations, and documentation Get support on MBT systems, ORP services, and required forms Stay informed about compliance expectations, timelines, and updates from DHCS Collaborate with fellow districts and charters, navigating the same process Ask questions, share challenges, and access expert support from LACOE and partners Whether you're just getting started or already gathering documents, this Community of Practice is designed to help you build internal systems, stay aligned with DHCS requirements, and ultimately implement sustainable, equity-centered mental health services across your school communities. Accessibility Notice: 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 require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.

We are excited to share important updates regarding our upcoming FAFSA during this monthly Workgroup Meeting

Regional meeting attendance is a grant requirement for all FYSCPs. The meetings are intended for the FYSCP primary coordinator contact.  Additional FYSCP staff may attend as needed. The FYSCP coordinator should attend the meeting for their designated region whenever possible and may attend one regional meeting for each fall and spring session.    Please note that breakfast will not be provided. Lunch will be provided.  *The deadline to register is August 28, 2026. Hotel Recommendations 5th Street Inn 24994 5th St., Mariposa, CA 95338 (209) 966-6048 Fifthstreetinn.com   Regional Map

Join the Los Angeles County Geo-Regional Expert for Multilingual Students (GEMS) for a monthly office hour focused on important updates for the field as they relate to supporting Multilingual Learners. Office hours will begin with timely updates and then include time for sharing of best practices and questions from the field. The GEMS Montly Office Hour will take place on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 9-10 a.m. via Zoom.  See exact dates below.  There is no charge to participate. October 6, 2026 November 3, 2026 December 1, 2026 January 5, 2027 February 2, 2027 March 2, 2027 April 6, 2027 May 4, 2027 June 1, 2027 Hosted by the LACOE Multilingual Academic Support (MAS) Unit.  Please reach out to masunit@lacoe.edu with questions. 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 our unit at MASUnit@lacoe.edu 

Location: Zoom Webinar Participants will experientially explore the course topics listed below. - Terminating Employee Assignment(s), Deduction and Benefits Documents: - Primary Assignments - Additional Assignments - Net Pay Distribution (NPD) - CalPERS and CalSTRS using Employee Pension Profile (PENS) - Miscellaneous Deductions (MISC) - Benefits Enrollment (ENRL) - Timesheet Group Rosters (TSG) Prerequisites: HCM01_Getting Started in HCM HCM04_New Hire Employee Assignments and Information

Location: Zoom Webinar This course is a part of the Advantage HCM Core Business Processes course series. Participants will experientially explore the course topics listed below. - Completing the Late Hire process for filling applicable employee vacancies - Completing the Early Terminations process for applicable employee assignments Prerequisites: HCM01_Getting Started in HCM HCM04_New Hire Employee Assignments and Information HCM05_New Hire Deductions and Benefits HCM08_Employee Terminations

Location: Zoom Webinar This course is a part of the Advantage HCM Regular Retroactive Business Processes course series. Participants will experientially explore the course topics listed below. - Changing Employee Assignments Retroactively including: - Understanding and reviewing the Complete Timeline for Employee Assignments and the impact of Time Slices - Retroactive Employee Lifecycle Impacts including: - Creation of Retroactive Triggers - Processing of Retroactive Triggers - Role of Payroll once Retroactive Triggers have been processed - Planning and Executing Employee Assignment Changes that involve more than one Effective Dating Time Slices - Practice creating Retroactive Employee Assignments Personnel Actions Prerequisites: HCM01_Getting Started in HCM HCM04_New Hire Employee Assignments and Information HCM05_New Hire Deductions and Benefits HCM07_Personnel Actions HCM08_Employee Terminations HCM14_Regular Retro Introduction

LACOSS Parent Orientation

Excel 2 - We will work on the following Excel skills: Formatting cells  Simple formulas Formulas across sheets Conditional formatting Flash fill Fill down Data clean up Text to column Separating data Concatenate Charts

Literacy Coaches/Reading Specialists/Interventionists/Literacy Lead Teachers will collaborate across four sessions a year facilitated by LCRSET Hub Leads to hone their literacy content knowledge and coaching skills. Using a student-focused coaching model, these sessions will provide opportunities for participants to support their sites with the implementation and monitoring of their Literacy Plan goals and actions. Coaches/Reading Specialists/Interventionists/Literacy Lead Teachers will explore practices tailored to address the unique needs of different contexts. There will be ample time for sharing successes, collectively solving problems of practice, and networking with peers. Through this dynamic and enriching professional development experience, Coaches/Reading Specialists/Interventionists/Literacy Lead Teachers will deepen their expertise, develop strategies, and acquire specific tools to effectively guide their school sites in achieving their literacy objectives. The collaborative nature of the sessions, including opportunities for networking, will foster the exchange of ideas and collective problem-solving to drive continuous improvement in support of student literacy growth.

This session will provide prospective preliminary administrative candidates with a program overview.

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Students and caregivers receive hands-on assistance completing the FAFSA or CADAA. Participants also learn about CalKIDS, Chafee Grant, HOPE, scholarships and other financial aid opportunities that support postsecondary education and career training.

CA is making the shift to Structured Literacy, but what does that mean? If you're new to the science of reading, join us as we dig into the basics and discuss first steps in getting started. Participants will learn about California's changing literacy landscape, brain research that impacts reading instruction, essential frameworks for literacy acquisition, and begin to consider implications for shifting instructional practices. 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.

The 21st Century California School Leadership Academy is hosting a two-day in-person event for LACOE staff members only. This event will highlight the foundations of Improvement Science. 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 21CSLA Secretary, Brandy Pandolini, at Pandolini_Brandy@lacoe.edu or the LACOE Title II Coordinator, Hugo Aceves, at Aceves_Hugo@lacoe.edu.

After our summer sessions of W@1 wrap up on September 16, join us Tuesdays for the launch for the Book Talk—a dedicated space for assessment leaders to reflect, share insights, and grow together. For this session we’re diving into Salman Khan’s Brave New Words to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping teaching, learning, assessment, and leadership. Our Philosophy: The goal of this book club isn't about finishing a book, but to create a space where assessment leaders build a strong, shared understanding. Together, we will share critical ideas and insights into effective, practical assessment solutions—strengthening our entire Los Angeles County learning community in this evolving digital landscape. Reserve your spot today! SPECIAL NOTE: 9/22, 10/6 and 10/20 we'll start at 2 PM September 29 and October 13th we will start at 1pm and end at 2pm. Book Delivery Details: Complimentary copies of the book will be mailed via Jet Mail to everyone who registers before we run out of books.  If you register after this date, you are still welcome to join us, but you will need to procure your own copy to follow along with our discussions. 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 Assessment Unit at assessment@lacoe.edu.

UDL in Action Fall Leadership Series Session Summary This leadership series is designed to equip instructional leaders with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL) effectively. By integrating UDL principles with coaching best practices, this series aims to foster inclusive and flexible learning environments that support the diverse needs of all students. Each part of the series builds on the previous one for a comprehensive professional development experience. Learning Objectives Deepen understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the UDL Guidelines 3.0 to develop a shared vision for inclusive, equitable, and learner-centered systems and practices. Apply the UDL Guidelines to analyze and address barriers to learning through collaborative inquiry and the design of flexible learning environments that foster learner agency, belonging, and access for all learners. Build capacity to lead and sustain UDL implementation by facilitating reflective conversations, engaging teams in collaborative problem-solving, and using data to support continuous improvement within PLCs and other learning communities. Accessibility and Accommodations Participants requiring accommodations, assistive technology, language support or other accessibility-related services are encouraged to contact the facilitator in advance of the session at laas@lacoe.edu Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidance Please note that LACOE policy does not permit the use of external AI tools to attend meetings or take notes on behalf of participants. Media Notice Photographs and/or video recordings may be taken during this event. Participants who do not wish to be photographed or recorded should notify the facilitator upon arrival.

In a collaboration between EmbraceAbilities and California Includes, this webinar will explore strategies for designing instruction that promotes access, participation and learning for all students, with a focus on students with extensive support needs. Session Goals: Explore classroom activities, rituals, and routines that promote access, participation, and learning for all students.  Gain implementation strategies to support a culture of classroom rigor.