The CDE urges school districts to share that the #988Lifeline provides support for anyone in a suicidal crisis or mental health distress with minimal law enforcement involvement, unless there is a safety threat. If you need help, contact 988.

I also nominated April as California’s representative for the National Teacher of the Year competition. She will compete against other state nominees, and the 2026 National Teacher of the Year will be announced in the spring. Congratulations to April and all our California Teachers of the Year!

After school, April continues teaching gardening and cooking through her site’s Extended Learning Program and builds upon the resources of an Edible Schoolyard program that she helped to establish.

I had the pleasure of calling April Raguindin with the surprise news that she is one of California’s Teachers of the Year for 2026. April is a first-grade teacher at Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary School in Kern County’s Bakersfield City School District. ...

Did you know Ruby Bridges was only 6 years old when she bravely became a national symbol of school integration? Today, the CDE joins students, educators, and families across our state in celebrating Ruby’s legacy, one step at a time. 👟🏫

Today, the CDE published the 2025 California School Dashboard and corresponding data files on DataQuest, showing that students continue to see improved outcomes across all key indicators of student success. 📈 🚀 Read more: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...

Teachers — In this high school ELA #ToolsForTeachers resource, Listening for Understanding, students practice note-taking while listening to audio presentations, then use their notes to analyze and identify the speaker's point of view. smartertoolsforteachers.org/resource/181 (account required)

🌟 Help us recognize an outstanding California high school counselor! 🌟 The Marmaduke High School Counselor Award honors high school counselors across the Golden State who go above and beyond to support students on their journey to college and career: castudentaid.org/marmaduke

To help schools, districts, and county offices of education strengthen support systems for educators, the CDE Office of School-Based Health Programs is hosting an important webinar. Register at: tinyurl.com/CDECaringfor...

At the CDE today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond announced efforts to allow for flexibility in students’ access to nutritional services in response to the continued uncertainty of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Imagine a high school conference that delves deep into: 🤝 Leadership Development 🌏 Cultural Identity and Awareness ✍️ The Legislative Process 📢 Public Speaking Skills

Using SmART: Understanding Grade Level Writing Expectations is a professional learning resource that teachers and training leaders can use to explore Smarter Balanced Annotated Response Tool examples for ELA Performance Tasks. smartertoolsforteachers.org/resource/1454 (account required)

November is California Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month! We celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Sikh Americans who enrich our schools and communities. 💛💙

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Virtual Trainings (#YMHFA) this November! Learn to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges among youth. Don’t miss this opportunity to build skills that support the well-being of young people in your community.

The CDE Office of School-Based Health Programs invites you to a webinar with a focus on recognizing the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of educators. Register at: tinyurl.com/CDECaringfor...

Grab a book this November for #NationalFamilyLiteracyMonth and embark on countless adventures with the whole family! 📚❤️📖 Literacy has the power to unlock countless doors for our students and transform their lives.

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond provided remarks at the State Board of Education meeting to acknowledge and honor the 2026 CA Teachers of the Year, CA Blue Ribbon Schools recipients, and the 2024–25 CA Statewide Assessment Results, which show continued progress of students.

It’s #NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek! 🧠🤗 Thank you to our California school psychologists, support staff, and educators for their dedication to supporting students’ mental health and helping children thrive!

✨ Congratulations to the 2026 CA Teachers of the Year! 👏 @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond named five exceptional educators as the 2026 CA Teachers of the Year. These educators are ambassadors of the profession and serve as representatives of the state. www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...

👏 Happy Retired Teachers Week! 👏 To all the educators who spent years lighting the spark of learning, we thank you! 🏫 ❤️ Tag a retired teacher and let them know how much they’re appreciated.

November is National Native American Heritage Month! 🌄☀️ Join CDE as we celebrate and honor the rich histories, diverse cultures, and invaluable contributions of Native American, Alaska Native, and Indigenous peoples across California and the nation.

#ICYMI: Thirty-one California schools have been nominated as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2025! Read more: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...

Registration is now open for the 2026 California All Titles Conference. This two-day event features capacity-building workshops, dynamic keynote speakers, a student performance, and more. Register at: web.cvent.com/event/6e5c2e...

📢 Applications are now open! 📢 The CDE is recognizing outstanding Model School Attendance Review Boards (SARBs) for 2025-26! Model SARBs lead the way in creating welcoming, supportive school environments. 🔗 Learn more: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr2...

Teachers — In this interactive grade 8 science #ToolsForTeachers resource, Mouse Survival, students gather data and create a graphic organizer to tally genetic variations in mice before and after the environment changes. smartertoolsforteachers.org/resource/1899 (account required)

Help us spread the word! 🗣️🗣️ Nominations are now open for the Marmaduke High School Counselor Award — an annual recognition honoring CA high school counselors who go above and beyond to support students on their journey to college and career. castudentaid.org/marmaduke

⭐ Congrats to the 2025 CA Blue Ribbon School Nominees! ⭐ @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond today congratulated these school communities on their hard work to earn recognition as 2025 California Blue Ribbon Schools. Read more: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...

@casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond affirms: schools are no place for immigration enforcement: “I want to remind the Trump Administration: ICE has no place in our schools.

Interested in gaining valuable insights into #Deaf culture and community? Join us today at 1 p.m. to explore what it truly means to be Deaf. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

📚✨ Celebrating Student Success in Pittsburg Unified School District! Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined PUSD leaders, educators, and scholars to highlight major gains in literacy, math, and science, and the power of the community schools model in helping students thrive!

Teachers—Check out Crack the Case with Equivalent Fractions, a #ToolsForTeachers grade 4 math lesson where students construct and critique arguments about equivalent fractions. smartertoolsforteachers.org/resource/1917 (account required)

Help recommend best practices for supporting students’ rights! This survey seeks feedback about students’ experiences and rights to wear traditional tribal regalia or recognized items of religious or cultural significance at graduation ceremonies.

Join @castudentaid.bsky.social Tony Thurmond for a webinar and live Q&A on the tools and strategies school districts need to support immigrant students and their families effectively. 🖥️: Supporting Immigrant Students and Families 📅: 10/21/25 at 11 a.m. 🔗: www.tinyurl.com/CDEFamilies

🪔✨️ Happy #Diwali! 🪔✨️ Today, we celebrate the Festival of Lights, a joyful reminder of how knowledge, kindness, and learning can light the way through darkness.

For the latest news about State Superintendent Tony Thurmond’s work to Move the Needle for all California students, give these a follow! 📲✨ Stay up to date on how we’re working to lift all California students – from expanding literacy programs to advancing equity and opportunity.

Interested in gaining valuable insights into #Deaf culture and community? 🧏🤟 Attendees will be provided with educational resources to help people understand the experiences and perspectives of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

All children should have access to healthy meals at school so they can achieve their potential every day!

I’m proud to have co-sponsored legislation that led the implementation of California’s Universal Meals Program, offering two free meals per day to all students. We’re providing more meals to students than ever, and more of those meals include organic, locally-sourced ingredients.

It's time to #ShakeOut: DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON! youtu.be/vm2CvIkVUTE?...

The CDE is celebrating National School Lunch Week 2025 (#NSLW25)! 🏫🍽️🍎 Here in California, every K-12 student can enjoy free, nutritious meals thanks to @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond’s leadership for universal meals for all.

Are you ready to ShakeOut? We are! #ShakeOut is coming up soon on 10/16, make sure to register yourself or your school to be counted among the millions participating: ShakeOut.org/register.

⭐ Register now! ⭐ Join @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond for a webinar and live Q&A on the tools and strategies school districts need to effectively support immigrant students and their families. 📅: October 21, 2025 🕚: 11 a.m. 🔗: www.tinyurl.com/CDEFamilies

It’s Week of the School Administrator! 👏✨ We celebrate and thank CA’s dedicated school administrators – the principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and site managers – who work tirelessly to create safe, supportive, and thriving learning environments for students.

Happy #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! 👩🏻‍💻💻 To empower students in the ever-evolving digital landscape, it is critical to support students to be accountable for their safe, responsible, healthy, and balanced online interactions: www.cde.ca.gov/ls/et/dc/ind...

Today, the CDE celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day and honors Native American peoples, their histories, and their cultures.

Celebrating Growth in Student Achievement at #LAUSD! 👏👏 @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined @laschools.bsky.social leaders today in Maywood to celebrate historic gains in student achievement!

LIVE: Moving the Needle: Los Angeles USD Advances Math and Literacy Achievement: fb.watch/CEZNRGOQH4/

Be kind to your mind! 💚🧠 Join CDE, #mentalhealth advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members to recognize today as #WorldMentalHealthDay. If you or someone you know who is struggling, it is okay to ask for help.

📢 Join us tomorrow! 📢 As part of @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond’s Move the Needle Initiative, join us at 10 a.m. for a webinar that spotlights the measurable gains in math and literacy achieved by @laschools.bsky.social. Register at: www.tinyurl.com/LAUSDMTN

Attention educators, caregivers, and school counselors! There’s still time to register for the remaining October Youth Mental Health First Aid training courses. #YMHFA