Early Learning seeks to advance equitable access, quality improvement, & alignment for early learning experiences birth through 3rd grade. Examples of this work include: 

• P-3 Alignment Network & Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK Support)
• Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS)
• Workforce Retention, Advancement, & Effectiveness 
• Local Planning Council Host
• Early Learning Inclusion

Expanded Learning focuses on supporting an integrated and expanded (9 hour) approach to student learning. This team provides technical assistance for:

• After School Education and Safety (ASES)
• 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)/After School Safety and Education for Teens (ASSETs)
• Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P)
• Afterschool STEAM Enrichment
• Quality Standards for Expanded Learning

This team supports strengthening districts’ capacity to academically achieve through CLRP aligned systems, structures, and practices, including focus areas on the following:

• Language & Literacy 
• Arts Education
• Multilingual Learners
• Mathematics/STEM
• Civic Engagement
• Integrated Programs & Learning Experiences 

Special Education Innovation works to identify & advance innovations that support districts’ capacity to rethink identification & reimagine inclusion:

• Inclusive Early Education 
• Directors of Special Education Forum
• Inclusion Academy
• Para-educator professional learning
• Project Paraeducator

The Community Schools department focuses on building districts’ capacity to plan, implement, and coordinate community schools aligned to the California Community Schools Framework. 

• More information coming soon!