CLASS 2nd Edition Pre-K-3rd Observer 3-part Training

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Event Date(s) 06/16/2026 - 06/18/2026

In this 3-part training, participants will:

• Learn how to build an in-depth understanding of CLASS methodology
• How to prepare to reliably asses teaching quality by focusing on the interaction's teachers have with their students
• Feel prepared to take the reliability exam to become certified observers

2nd Dual Language Immersion Institute - From Speech to Print

Monday, June 15, 2026

Event Date 06/15/2026

True Biliteracy requires more than just exposure; it requires intentional engineering of language opportunities. This session focuses on the "how" of integrating oracy into your daily literacy instruction. We will dissect the relationship between speaking and writing, examining how structured oral practice acts as a rehearsal for academic writing. Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers to draft specific language structures—including vocabulary strategies, syntax scaffolds, and discourse collaborative structures—that elevate student output from simple sentences to complex academic arguments.

Participants will:

• analyze the connection between speaking and writing
• engage in strategies to structure oral practice for academic writing
• collaborate with other participants to draft language structures including vocabulary strategies, syntax scaffolds, and discourse

(This session will be delivered entirely in Spanish)

Please click here to view flyer.

FCC End of Year Gathering / Convivio de provedoras de fin de año

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Event Date 06/11/2026

este mensaje se repetirá en español

VCOE ECP invites you for an evening together to reflect on the year and enjoy an evening of fun activities. Open to all Family Child Care Providers participating in Quality Counts Ventura County. 

Dinner will be provided.

The last day to register is May 22nd..

VCOE ECP les invita a una noche de convivio para reflexionar sobre el año y disfrutar de una noche de actividades divertidas. El convivio estára abierto a todas las proveedoras de Cuidado Infantil Familiar que participan en Quality Counts Ventura County. 

Se proporcionará cena.

El último día para inscribirse es el 22 de mayo.  

Modulo 100: Practicas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia

Thursday, May 28, 2026

(3 Day Event) 04/09/2026 - 05/28/2026

La serie de capacitación, Módulo 100: Prácticas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia, está diseñada para apoyar a educadores y proveedores de servicios de educación infantil que trabajan con niños de 3 a 8 años en diversos entornos, o en organizaciones que apoyan a los niños pequeños y sus familias.

Debido al contexto del tema, puede que sea desencadenante para algunas personas durante la capacitación. Les recomendamos venir preparados con estrategias que les ayuden a sentirse seguros y tranquilos.

Los participantes deben asistir a las tres sesiones para recibir el crédito por esta serie.

Parte 1: jueves, 9 de abril de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Parte 2: jueves, 7 de mayo de 2026 (virtual)
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p. m.

Parte 3: jueves, 28 de mayo de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p. m. – 8:30 p. m.

Special Education Collaborative End-of-Year Training

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Event Date 05/27/2026

We will discuss what MOE is, why it must be done, and receive detailed information on how to complete all of the forms.

Ventura County UPK Network Quarterly Meetings PY 25-26

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/22/2025 - 05/27/2026
VCOE will hold quarterly Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) Network meetings to share new information, foster connections across LEAs, and encourage representatives to share implementation successes.

2025/26 Science Leadership Network

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/30/2025 - 05/27/2026

Strengthen your science instruction through a powerful blend of literacy, language development, and the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs). This hands-on, collaborative series supports student notebooking, academic discourse, formative assessment and planning time.

10/30/25 – SEP 3: Planning and Carrying Out Investigations

• Use notebooks to support student thinking and formative assessment

• Guide students in designing investigations and writing clear procedures

• Connect with peers through shared experiences and collaborative planning

1/27/26 – SEP 4 & 5: Analyzing Data + Math & Computational Thinking

• Teach students to read, analyze, and represent data

• Strengthen math integration using notebook tools

• Unpack experiences with a literacy and language lens

4/28/26 – SEP 8: Obtaining, Evaluating & Communicating Information

• Support science reading and evidence-based writing

• Use notebooks to evaluate sources and process information

• Plan meaningful tasks for all learners, including multilingual students

5/27/26 – SEP 7: Engaging in Argument from Evidence

• Teach claim-evidence-reasoning (CER) through writing and talk

• Use notebooks to develop and support arguments

• Collaborate on classroom-ready strategies and resources

Every Day Includes:

• Notebooking to support literacy and SEPs

• ELD strategies using the ML Toolkit for Science

• Shared science experience + collaborative planning

Assessment Network

Friday, May 22, 2026

(5 Day Event) 09/24/2025 - 05/22/2026
Topics:
-CAASPP, ELPAC, CAST
-Dashboard
-CERS, TOMS, DATAQUEST-Updates from CDE, RAN & ETS

2025-2026 Assistant Superintendent Network

Friday, May 22, 2026

(5 Day Event) 09/24/2025 - 05/22/2026
Ventura County Assistant Superintendent Network Meetings

Click here for FLYER

Family Child Care Community of Learners / Cuidado Infantil Familiar Comunidad de Aprendices

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Event Date 05/21/2026
Este mensaje se repitiera en español  

Collaborative Parent & Provider Agreements

Join this interactive training for Family Child Care Providers and learn how to create collaborative Parent-Provider Agreements that build trust and strong partnerships with families.

Discover how to use positive, cooperative language to set clear expectations, protect everyone involved, and keep the focus on the best outcomes for children.

We'll also review the key components of effective agreements and help you identify what matters most in your program.

Walk away with practical tools to create supportive, clear, and family-centered agreements.

Acuerdos Colaborativos entre Padres y Proveedores

¡Únase a esta capacitación interactiva para proveedores de cuidado infantil
familiar!

Aprenda cómo crear acuerdos colaborativos entre padres y proveedores que
fomenten la confianza y construyan relaciones sólidas con las familias.
Descubra cómo usar un lenguaje positivo y cooperativo para establecer
expectativas claras, proteger a todos los involucrados y mantener el enfoque en el bienestar y desarrollo de los niños.

También revisaremos los componentes clave de un acuerdo efectivo y le
ayudaremos a identificar qué es lo más importante para usted como proveedor.

Atención: La Comunidad de Aprendizaje se lleva a cabo en Child Development Resources 

Fee Schedule Workgroup

Thursday, May 21, 2026

(10 Day Event) 08/21/2025 - 05/21/2026
This workgroup advances the efforts of school districts in Ventura County to gain revenue for the delivery of the mental health services in school. It also supports the development and use of an inter-connected framework of support for youth and families.

Ventura County Multilingualism Leadership Network 2025-2026

Friday, May 15, 2026

(5 Day Event) 10/10/2025 - 05/15/2026

The Ventura County Multilingualism Leadership Network is a professional learning community for educators across roles who educate and serve our multilingual communities in the county - students and families. Our sessions are grounded in asset-based pedagogies that honor the community cultural wealth of our multilingual communities.

Aligned with California’s vision for educational equity, we strive to ensure every classroom is equitable, inclusive, responsive, and supportive—environments where all students can thrive, expand their competencies, and access the widest range of postsecondary opportunities, ultimately as global citizens leading fulfilling and rewarding lives.
This year, our network’s learning, work, collaboration, and growth will be guided by the California ELA/ELD Framework and Paulo Freire’s Pedagogy of the Oppressed.

UPK/UTK Professional Development Series, 2025-26: Family Partnership and Culture

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Event Date 05/14/2026

VCOE's Early Childhood Programs is excited to offer this TK professional development for ECE and TK Teachers, paraeducators, TOSAs, and Administrators.

In this workshop, participants will

• Review the components and structure of the Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.
• Discuss how to utilize and apply information from Best Practices for Planning Curriculum for Young Children: Family Partnerships and Culture.
• Reflect upon and share about personal culture influences in the early childhood setting.

End of Year, Community of Practice: CCGI Training for K-12 Counselors, Educators, & Administrators

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Event Date 05/12/2026
The California College Guidance Initiative (CCGI) manages CaliforniaColleges.edu, the official state platform for college and career planning. Our mission is to simplify the path to college for all California students, close opportunity gaps, and provide seamless transitions from K-12 to college and career.

Training Topic:

Join fellow educators supporting CaliforniaColleges.edu to reflect, share what worked, and collaborate on ways to grow and improve together next year.

Join us to learn more!

VCTIDE Technology Conference

Friday, May 8, 2026

Event Date 05/08/2026
Join VCOE Technology Services for a collaborative event bringing together trusted partners, educational leaders, and industry experts.

Invited Partners: QSIS, Frontline, CSIS, Apple, Alludo, Canva

Event Highlights

• Vendor Showcase & Demonstrations
• Innovation in Education & Technology
• Featured Learning Sessions
• Networking & Collaboration
• Lunch Provided

AM. NCPI Refresher

Friday, May 8, 2026

Event Date 05/08/2026

Everyone who is certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCPI) MUST attend a 3.5 hour refresher every 12 months in order to keep the certification active.  This is critical to maintain your skills and also very important for liability reasons.

Dress Code:  Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes.  No open toed shoes or sandals or you will NOT be allowed to participate. 

Please Be Prompt: Participants must be checked in prior to the 8am start time. Participants who arrive more than15 minutes after the training begins will NOT be admitted.
                                                                           

Please note: The Ventura County SELPA is only authorized to certify employees of VC SELPA member school districts, charter schools, non-public schools, and approved contractors. Individuals not employed by these entities are not eligible to attend this training, as we cannot verify the interventions they use or ensure participation in required annual refresher courses.

Modulo 100: Practicas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia

Thursday, May 7, 2026

(3 Day Event) 04/09/2026 - 05/28/2026

La serie de capacitación, Módulo 100: Prácticas de respuesta al trauma y desarrollo de la resiliencia, está diseñada para apoyar a educadores y proveedores de servicios de educación infantil que trabajan con niños de 3 a 8 años en diversos entornos, o en organizaciones que apoyan a los niños pequeños y sus familias.

Debido al contexto del tema, puede que sea desencadenante para algunas personas durante la capacitación. Les recomendamos venir preparados con estrategias que les ayuden a sentirse seguros y tranquilos.

Los participantes deben asistir a las tres sesiones para recibir el crédito por esta serie.

Parte 1: jueves, 9 de abril de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Parte 2: jueves, 7 de mayo de 2026 (virtual)
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p. m.

Parte 3: jueves, 28 de mayo de 2026 (en persona)
6:30 p. m. – 8:30 p. m.

Collaborative Learning Sessions on Early Education in Expanded Learning

Thursday, May 7, 2026

(4 Day Event) 09/17/2025 - 05/07/2026

Collaborative Learning Sessions on Early Education in Expanded Learning

A series hosted by the Region 8 UPK/Expanded Learning Workgroup

Designed by the four-county UPK/Expanded Learning Workgroup, this professional development series offers early education content and context to help expanded learning programs deepen their understanding and strengthen their capacity to support young children.

These collaborative learning sessions are designed for expanded learning activity leaders, coordinators, directors, and program strategists who support or influence TK through 3rd grade programming. Using the 12 Quality Standards for Expanded Learning as a guiding framework, the sessions will feature content curated by the four-county UPK/EXL Workgroup. Each session will offer opportunities to ask questions, explore practical applications, and engage in meaningful group dialogue to deepen understanding and build capacity for serving young learners.

Session Format & Structure: Each virtual gathering follows an interactive format designed to maximize participant engagement and knowledge sharing. Sessions will be recorded for future reference and to accommodate varying schedules across our regional partnership.

The structured format includes:

• County Presentation Component: Early childhood specialists from the UPK/EXL Workgroup will present research-based strategies and highlight developmentally appropriate resources, tools, and approaches to support young learners in expanded learning environments.
• Interactive Q&A: Following each presentation, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in peer-to-peer learning, and reflect on how the content applies to their unique program contexts. The Region 8 Expanded Learning Technical Assistance Team will provide framing through the lens of the 12 Quality Standards for Expanded Learning.
• Whole Group Discussion: A facilitated dialogue space for collective reflection and shared learning. Participants will engage in real-time conversations to explore connections across roles, identify common themes, and surface opportunities for growth within early childhood expanded learning.

This series is designed to build capacity across our region to create high-quality, age-appropriate programming that complements and extends classroom learning. Delivered in a virtual format for broad accessibility, each session honors the collaborative spirit essential to strengthening early childhood education across our regional partnership.

Pathways to Success Webinar Series

Thursday, May 7, 2026

(8 Day Event) 09/04/2025 - 05/07/2026
An Alternative Dispute Resolution Series for Educators

*All sessions are from 8:00am-9:00am via Zoom 

** You can select the sessions you're interested in during registration—attendance at all sessions is not required.   


Session dates and titles

• 9/4/2025- Pathways to Successful IEP meetings: What you need to know to promote success
• 10/2/2025- Elements of Facilitation: An overview of the skills to facilitate a student centered meeting
• 11/6/2025- Effective Listening Skills
• 12/4/2025- Planning for Difficult Conversations
• 2/5/2026- Conflict Prevention Strategies
• 3/5/2026- Conflict Management Strategies
• 4/2/2026- Trust-Building Behaviors
• 5/7/2026- Inclusive Practives in IEP Meetings

School Nurse Appreciation - HSSPC

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Event Date 05/06/2026
Networking and educational in person session; we will be have a presentation regarding The School Nurses Role in Addressing Anxiety Related School Refusal and we will celebrate you! 

Virtual Inclusion Community of Practice

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

(4 Day Event) 10/01/2025 - 05/06/2026
Join us for a CoP focused on inclusion and best practices! Explore what’s working in the county and how we are supporting our youngest learners in the least restrictive setting. Share your experiences, learn from others, and contribute to fostering an inclusive educational environment for all learners.

This series is designed for district and agency educators serving learners birth to 8 years of age. Each district or agency is encouraged to bring teams comprised of teachers, administrators, support staff, etc., who are interested in or are already implementing inclusion.

• October 1, 2025 - Building Blocks & Universal Design for Learning
• December 3, 2025 - Sensory & Assistive Technology
• March 4, 2026 - Naturalistic Interventions for Children with Autism
• May 6, 2026 - Positive Behavior Supports

Coaching Support for CLASS Observers - Series 2

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

(5 Day Event) 04/14/2026 - 05/05/2026

• April 14, 2026 - Reducing bias
• April 15, 2026 - Depth, frequency, & duration
• April 21, 2026 - Notetaking
• April 22, 2026 - The NICE process
• May 5, 2026 - Coding practice videos

Professional Learning Community Series

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

(4 Day Event) 08/06/2025 - 05/05/2026
VCOE invites you to join Dr. Aisha Thomas, PLC at Work expert to implement a focus on learning, build a collaborative culture, and create a results-focused orientation that leads to sustained, substantive school improvement. 

TK Coordinators and Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSA) Community of Practice

Monday, May 4, 2026

(7 Day Event) 09/15/2025 - 05/04/2026
Please join us for an open forum for TK TOSAs & Coordinators to network and discuss TK relevant information and best practices.

CLASS Observer Lunch & Learn - Language Modeling

Monday, May 4, 2026

Event Date 05/04/2026