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Announcements, newsletters, and emergency notices from public schools and districts.
Dear community member, As schools across Santa Cruz County opened their doors, many students returned to classrooms where phones are expected to be turned in or out of sight during the school day. For some, this represents a significant change, while for others, it has long be…
Dear community member, As students return to school, I want to reaffirm our fundamental commitment to every student: our schools must be safe and trusted places where all children can learn, grow, and belong. That commitment includes every child, regardless of immigration stat…
Power has been restored to all Moreland facilities. Phones and internet may still be affected as power returns. School is continuing as planned at all schools.
Parents and guardians are invited to Back-to-School Night at your child's school. It's a great opportunity to see their classroom and meet the dedicated and caring educators on campus.
Bond field improvement projects are set to begin at four schools in the 2026-2027 school year.
Starting on August 13, 2026, cell phones and personal electronic devices must be powered off and stored away in a backpack during the school day at all Moreland schools.
Dear community member, Welcome back to school! Students and educators returned to campuses across many Santa Cruz County districts this week, bringing renewed energy, connection, and possibility to classrooms throughout our community. For those beginning in the days ahead, we…
All Moreland parents & guardians need to complete the mandatory Parent Information & Permissions Update for the 2026-2027 school year by Friday, August 14, 2026.
Easterbrook Discovery Middle School (EDMS) and its musicians have been awarded three 2020 Downbeat Awards for outstanding performance. The 2019 EDMS Jazz Band and selected musicians submitted their nominations last school year for the award selection that took place this Sprin…
Play-based learning environment where your child can develop social and pre-academic skills while building friendships. Open to children from all neighborhoods .
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) is pleased to welcome Stephanie Gomez as Deputy Superintendent of Business Services. Gomez, who joined the Santa Cruz COE on July 1, brings more than two decades of executive experience in public-sector finance, fiscal…
With nearly 2,900 local students experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, United Way Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz County Office of Education and partners are once again joining forces to Stuff the Bus — a community-wide campaign to provide students with the schoo…
The LGUSD Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to appoint Dan Deguara as our new Superintendent — selected for his proven record of strategic alignment, fiscal stewardship, and dedication to building inclusive systems where every student can thrive. Please join us in giving…
After back-to-back podium finishes on the world stage, Hephaestus Robotics climbed all the way to the top. The team of Santa Cruz County high school students won first place in the Ranger Class at the 2026 MATE ROV World Championship on Saturday, June 27, in St. John’s, Newfou…
Families in need of nutritious meals for children this summer are encouraged to access free meals through the following resources. Click the link for more information.
We are looking for a Personnel Specialist to join our education team.
The Board of Trustees appointed a new trustee at its special meeting on Saturday, June 6.
Dear community member, As we head into summer, I want to take a moment to thank our students, families, educators, staff, and community partners for all you have done to support learning and student well-being throughout this school year. Over the past two weeks, we have had t…
Read the latest edition of the Santa Cruz COE’s C&I newsletter, sharing content area updates and offerings from Santa Cruz and beyond. OPEN IN NEW WINDOW The post C&I Newsletter – May 2026 appeared first on Santa Cruz County Office Of Education.
Dear community member, Mental health challenges can affect students in many ways, from attendance, academic achievement, and behavior to a student’s sense of connection and belonging. At the same time, schools can be places of belonging and support, where trusted adults, stron…
Please note there is no school on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
Four Santa Cruz County students brought their curiosity, research, and problem-solving skills to one of the world’s premier student science competitions this month, representing our county at the 2026 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona. Th…
Fashion Teens is more than just fashion. It’s about vision, and about what happens when young people are given the space to imagine, experiment, and express who they are. Art education is essential to student growth. Through art, students find their voice. They build confidenc…
Moreland School District Announces 2026 People of the Year Awards
ed.PATH May Newsletter! This month’s ed.PATH newsletter highlights new opportunities and statewide efforts focused on strengthening California’s educator workforce. Featured updates include the launch of the Santa Cruz Consortium Teacher Residency Program, continued funding su…
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education (Santa Cruz COE) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Santa Cruz County Educator of the Year Awards, which recognize exceptional educators, support staff, and partners from across Santa Cruz County who embody the values of…
Dear community member, Almost all of us had a teacher who encouraged us, challenged us, and helped us feel seen. I still remember how much my teachers meant to me when I first came to the United States from Iraq at age 9. Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and the Santa C…
The Hephaestus Robotics Team, a group of high school students in the Santa Cruz COE X Academy Robotics Clubs, earned first place in the Ranger Class at the 2026 MATE Monterey Bay Regional ROV Competition on Saturday, April 25, securing a spot at the 2026 MATE ROV World Champio…
Newcomer ELD Summer Academy is a free summer program for incoming 9th graders who have been enrolled in U.S. schools for less than three years. Students earn high school credits and build English skills at Branham High School from June 11 through July 2, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.…
The Moreland School District Board honored Trustee Shelly Hong and announced plans for her position moving forward.
Moreland School District Board Member Shelly Hong has announced her intention to resign later this month after five years of service.
Open Enrollment for 2026-2027 Extended Day Program has begun!
Dear community member, Last night, we gathered to celebrate Santa Cruz County’s school community. We heard from so many inspiring voices, including adult learners earning their high school diplomas, student leaders from Santa Cruz and Aptos high schools, one of our two 2025 Sa…
Click the link for a list of spring events at Moreland schools.
Learn more about Moreland's interactive and no-cost TK program that focuses on the whole child.
Moreland schools have been awarded 10 Spring Enrichment Grants through the Moreland Education Foundation (MEF).
Superintendent Dr. Clover Codd shares an update on the district happenings ahead of the February break.
Moreland School District cabinet members this February have been sharing the governor’s 2026-27 budget proposal and provide an overview of the district’s specific budget and timelines.
Early Bird Registration for MEF's Wild for Moreland School District Community Fun Run, Walk, Roll 5K ends Saturday, February 28. The event is open to all community members to raise funds for STEAM, sports, and music in Moreland schools.
Today, in recognition of Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Campbell Union High School District (CUHSD) will engage students at Boynton, Branham, Del Mar, Leigh, Prospect, and Westmont High Schools in meaningful learning experiences that honor the memory of the six million Jewish…
The Foundation already invested $13,000 in the new fund, to promote safety, belonging and respect at Campbell Union High School District
Moreland School District 2025 Annual Report is now available in English and Spanish. Click the headline to see this year's community update.
Moreland is hosting events for current 5th grade parents as they prepare for the transition to Middle School.
CUHSD's Camden Post-Secondary Program’s partnership with West Valley College has been featured on PBS series Inside California Education. The segment highlights how the partnership supports a smooth transition from high school to post-secondary learning through an inclusive, c…
Latimer School has been named to the 2025 California Honor Roll. This distinction celebrates high-performing schools and districts successfully preparing students with the academic skills needed to thrive in college, career, and life.
Families are invited to the following 2026 Spring Concert Series.
Enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is happening now. Click the link for more info.
Moreland is partnering with West Valley Community Services for our annual Food Drive from November 3-17. Click the link for more details.
We look forward to seeing students each day. If you have attendance questions, contact your school front office. Click for helpful tips to support your child be ready to attend school.
Moreland School District is nearing completion on the first phase of the perimeter fencing project to further enhance safety and security for students and staff at all school campuses. Click to read more details about the project and its progress.
KTVU Channel 2 News highlighted Moreland Education Foundation and Grimm's Hollow Haunted Trail as feature on Bay Area Halloween events.
Moreland teachers, Chelsea Alvarez, Mariah Flanagan and Julie McKinley Reed have been selected among this year’s finest teachers in the county. The three were honored on Monday evening for their work to inspire students to enjoy and excel in STEM (science, technology, engineer…
Latimer School 8th grade student, Sara Kalangi, will participate in the Creative Imagination Schoolhouse Children’s Business Fair this Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 12:30pm - 3:30pm at the Los Altos Community Center.
Moreland School District has partnered with Care Solace, an organization that helps individuals find mental health care providers outside of the traditional school setting.
Two Moreland teachers were accepted to be a part of the 2022 Wipro Science Education Fellowship program’s fourth cohort at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Education.
Latimer School held a dedication ceremony on September 20, 2022 for their Latimer Garden & Outdoor Classroom.
On August 16 and August 22, 2022, the district distributed over 2,300 surplused Chromebooks to Moreland families at no charge.
Moreland Middle School and Latimer Middle School students were selected to participate in the Safe School Ambassadors training this week, a nationally recognized program that trains student leaders on campus through the power of positive student influence.
Latimer Middle School Symphonic Orchestra and Easterbrook Discovery Middle School (EDMS) Symphonic Band, Symphonic Strings, and Jazz Band each placed first place in their categories at the Music in the Parks Festival on Saturday, April 23, 2022.
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