Student Drug Abuse and Anti Vaping Programs Honored
The Ventura County Office of Education’s Department of Comprehensive Health and Prevention Programs (CHPP) was recently honored for its efforts to teach students about the dangers of opioid use, vaping and other risky behaviors. The department received the Pillar of Prevention award from Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH). The award was established to honor exceptional […]
$4.3 Million Grant to Enhance Career Education in Ventura County
Career technical education (CTE) programs for Ventura County middle and high school students will continue thanks to a major new grant awarded to the Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE). In a highly competitive process, VCOE received a grant of $4,334,427 from the State of California. The grant is part of the “K12 Strong Workforce […]
Champions of Career Education Honored at 2019 Pathfinder Awards
Ventura County businesses and educators who are leading the way in advancing career-related education were honored today in Camarillo at the 2019 Pathfinder Awards. The awards were presented by VC Innovates, a program of the Ventura County Office of Education in partnership with the Ventura County Community College District. VC Innovates connects businesses and schools […]
2019 Ventura County Science Fair Winners Announced
The winners of the 2019 Ventura County Science Fair were announced at an awards ceremony this evening at the VCOE Conference and Educational Services Center in Camarillo. At tonight’s ceremony, awards were presented in 14 scientific categories including microbiology, engineering and chemistry. In addition, local companies and organizations selected winners in 11 special categories. The winning entries […]
VC Office of Education Remembers Remembers Dr. James Cowan
Dr. James Cowan, who served as Ventura County Superintendent of Schools for 24 years and left an indelible mark on Ventura County education, has passed away at the age of 87. “Jim was a true champion for all students and education in general,” said Ventura County Superintendent of Schools Stan Mantooth. “During his tenure, he […]
Can You Tell an Ad from News? Many Students Can’t
A Stanford University study recently found that middle school, high school and college students are “easily duped” when asked to identify legitimate sources of news. For example, eighty percent of middle-schoolers didn’t understand that articles labeled “sponsored content” on news websites are paid advertisements and not objective journalism. The study’s authors reached this alarming conclusion: “Overall, […]
2019 Ventura County Mock Trial Begins Monday
More than two dozen local high schools will field 30 teams in the Ventura County Mock Trial competition, which begins Monday in Ventura. Courtroom drama comes to life as students take on the major roles of a criminal case, including attorneys, witnesses and even bailiffs. The students will present their cases before actual local judges […]
Students to Face Off in Academic Decathlon Beginning Jan. 26 in Oxnard – Volunteers Needed!
Editor’s Note: I’ve been a speech judge for close to ten years. It’s a wonderful experience, listening to these young, bright people pontificate on all manner of subjects. It’s helping the community and a giving just a little of our time to the future. If you are interested please signup. You get lunch, too! Not […]
Logo Design Contest Winners Announced
The Ventura County Office of Education is pleased to announce the winners of logo design contests for the 2019 Academic Decathlon, Mock Trial and Science Fair. Nearly 150 middle and high school students from throughout Ventura County submitted entries for the contests. The winning design for the Academic Decathlon and Science Fair logos came from […]
Ventura County Education Leaders Receive Statewide Honors
Two Ventura County public education leaders have been recognized at the state level by the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA). Ventura County Superintendent of School Stan Mantooth has received the 2018 CCSESA Champion Award, which recognizes a county superintendent who works to strengthen the service and leadership capabilities of California’s County Superintendents in […]
