Fresno County Superintendent of Schools

A big shoutout to Tim Allison, English and history instructor at Alice M. Worsley School, for being honored with Fresno County’s Community Hero Award! Tim's dedication goes beyond the classroom – he’s shaping futures by teaching important values like integrity, responsibility, and making sound decisions. “His commitment to fostering both character development and personal growth, combined with his wealth of experience, makes him a deeply influential and respected educator who leaves a lasting impact on both students and staff,” said Principal Joe Hammond. We’re so proud to have educators like Tim who truly make a differenc

Huge congratulations to Greg Barragan, welding instructor at Alice M. Worsley School and former Teacher of the Year, for receiving the Fresno County Community Hero Award! Greg is more than just a teacher – he's a mentor who goes above and beyond to prepare his students for real-world success. “In his positive, inclusive classroom, Greg fosters an environment where students are encouraged to push their limits and develop a sense of responsibility and pride in their work,” said Principal Joe Hammond. Join us in celebrating Greg’s amazing dedication and impact!

🎥 Last night's Education Matters story on Fair Education Days at The Big Fresno Fair is now live! 🎡📚 See how 20,000 students from across the Valley are turning the fair into a giant classroom with hands-on exhibits and learning experiences. Don’t miss out on this inspiring story of education in action! Watch now and share the excitement! #EducationMatters #BigFresnoFair #FairEducationDays #LearningIsFun #FresnoCountySchools

Tonight, on Education Matters at 6:30 p.m. on KSEE 24: Fair Education Days at The Big Fresno Fair offer a unique learning experience for 20,000 students from kindergarten to eighth grade, with free entry and educational exhibits. With hands-on activities like the Aqua Pals exhibit and a historical museum, students get to see lessons from the classroom come to life. Organized in collaboration with the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools, these events turn the fair into one of the largest outdoor classrooms in the county. Thank you to our sponsors – Educational Employees Credit Union, Chevron, Fresno Pacific University & CalViva Health

📚 **Fresno County Superintendent of Schools is Supporting Student Success!** 🎉 We’re excited to bring you another video in our **Steps to Success** series 🎓 **In this week's Steps to Success, we're talking about CalKids!** 💰✨ Dr. Jeffery Hunt introduces us to the CalKids program, an incredible initiative funded by the state of California to give students a financial head start on their college journey. 🏫💸 Here’s how it works: - CalKids provides **free money** for low-income, foster youth, unhoused students, and even newborns born after July 1, 2022. 🍼👶 - Students in grades 1-12 can receive up to **$1,500** for college, with accounts starting at $500 and additional funds for foster and unhoused youth. - Newborns receive up to **$150** to start their savings, giving parents a chance to build on those funds. 📈 If you’re a parent of a first or second grader, now is the time to set up your CalKids account and start contributing to make college a reality! 🎯 📽️ **Watch now** to learn more about how this program can help set your child up for a successful future. 🗓️ **New episodes drop every Thursday at 3:00 PM!** Follow us for more tips on college readiness. 👉 Watch and share! #CalKids #CollegeReadiness #FosterYouthSupport #FresnoCountySchools #stepstosuccess

Tonight, on Education Matters at 6:30 p.m. on KSEE 24: Students from Sanger's Kings River High School took on the tough job of removing graffiti from boulders at Lost Lake Park, a project they worked on for nearly two years. Partnering with the Civic Education Center, they learned the importance of civic engagement and giving back to their community. Teachers at the Educators Institute for Civic Engagement echoed the value of empowering students to create change. Thank you to our sponsors – Educational Employees Credit Union, Chevron, Fresno Pacific University & CalViva Health

🪶 Happy Native American Day! 🎉 Today, we honor the rich history, culture, and resilience of the Native American people indigenous to California. Let’s celebrate their triumphs and recognize the challenges they’ve faced. 🌍 #NativeAmericanDay #IndigenousPride #CelebrateCulture

📚 **Fresno County Superintendent of Schools is Supporting Student Success!** 🎉 We’re excited to bring you another video in our **Steps to Success** series. 🎓 **We're kicking off our new series on College Readiness!** 🎉 In today's video, Brenda Magana, Education Services Specialist at FCSS, discusses the unique challenges foster and unaccompanied youth face when applying for college. From navigating financial aid to securing vital documents, Brenda provides essential tips to help these students succeed. 🙌 Some key points Brenda covers: - Many foster and unaccompanied youth don’t have a parent or caregiver to assist with financial aid applications. 📝 - They may not have access to their Social Security numbers, which is critical for FAFSA and California Dream Act applications. - These students are considered *independent* for financial aid, making vocational school, trade school, or college more accessible. 💡 - Brenda encourages students to reach out to the Foster and Homeless Youth Department for help with vital documents and verification letters. 📄 📽️ **Watch now** to learn how these students can overcome these barriers and open doors to higher education! 🗓️ **Remember, new episodes drop every Thursday at 3:00 PM!** Follow us for more college readiness tips. 👉 Watch and share! #CollegeReadiness #FinancialAid #FosterYouthSupport #FresnoCountySchools #StepsToSuccess

Claim your child’s free college savings account with CalKids! Please see the flier for more information or visit calkids.org.

📢 Exciting Opportunity for High School Juniors and Seniors! We recently sat down with James A. Kus, Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters, who shared a fantastic opportunity for high school students to serve as election workers. 🗳️ If you're a junior or senior, 16 years or older, and in good academic standing, you can apply! But hurry— the deadline to apply is fast approaching! ⏳ To apply, visit **FresnoCountyJobs.com** and look for the "Election Worker" category. Need help? They’ve got you covered! Let’s get involved and make a difference this election season! #Election2024 #FresnoCounty #StudentWorkers #CivicEngagement #HighSchoolJobs #BeAVoice