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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 19h

📢 TOMORROW! 📢 @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond invites you to a statewide virtual summit at 10 a.m. on one of the defining challenges facing California schools: declining enrollment. 💻🔗Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond and the CDE celebrate California Native American Day. Join us in recognizing the rich cultures, histories, languages, traditions, and contributions of California’s native people. ☀️

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Championing a Strong Financial Future! 💸 @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond was recognized today with the Personal Finance Education Champion award from Next Gen Personal Finance for his advocacy to make personal finance education available to all CA high school students.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Prevention works. And CA schools are helping protect students from tobacco and nicotine addiction. 💙 A study across 358 CA schools found students in Tobacco-Use Prevention Education-funded schools were: 📉 20% less likely to use tobacco overall 📉 23% less likely to vape

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

September is National #DeafAwarenessMonth! 🤟💙 Join us in celebrating the achievements, culture, language, and contributions of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students across California.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Attention California juniors and seniors! Want to meet national leaders and earn a $10k scholarship? Apply for the 2027 U.S. Senate Youth Program! www.cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr2... #USSYP

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UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning @uccsucollab.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Join the UC|CSU Collaborative and CDE on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 at 2 PM PT for a webinar on preventing and addressing bullying, fostering inclusive school cultures, identifying students experiencing bullying, and providing effective supports. Register Now: bit.ly/4cOimzk

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

💡✋ Have an idea to address declining student enrollment? We want to hear from you! @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond and CDE are looking for bright ideas to address declining student enrollment and bold actions to better support students. 📧 initiatives@cde.ca.gov 📅 Deadline: 9/23/26

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

September 15-October 15 is #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth! In classrooms across California, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich history, cultures, languages, literature, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

@casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond invites district and county leaders, school board members, legislators, and education partners to a statewide summit on one of the defining challenges facing California schools: declining enrollment. Register today at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Hey educators - it's High School Voter Education Week(s)! How are you encouraging your students to engage civically? By working together, we can increase youth voter registration and voter turnout! 🗳️ Learn more at: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr2...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond was among state leaders recognized for their work to advance community schools at the California Community Schools EMPOWER Summit in Ontario! 🏫⭐

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The CDE and @uccsucollab.bsky.social are hosting a webinar designed to help schools strengthen their approaches to preventing and addressing bullying, fostering an inclusive school culture, identifying students who may be experiencing bullying, and providing effective supports and responses.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, we honor the anniversary of September 11, 2001. We remember the lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the resilience that united our nation. #neverforget

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

📢 Join us for the CA Black Educators Convening 2026! Connect, share ideas, and explore strategies to increase the presence and impact of Black educators and support student success. 📅: Oct. 12 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 📍: East End Complex, Sacramento 🔗: tinyurl.com/BSAEducators26

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Every student, educator, and family deserves to feel supported, valued, and connected. For resources, visit the CDE Youth Suicide Prevention web page: www.cde.ca.gov/ls/mh/suicid...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Ready to take your UDL work further? New resources are available to help California educators and leaders move Universal Design for Learning from ideas into practice. 📅: Tuesday, September 15 🕒: 3 p.m. 👉 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond shared highlights from recent school visits across California with the State Board of Education, celebrating the extraordinary work happening in our classrooms.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Happy #InternationalLiteracyDay! 📚 Books have the power to take us anywhere. From the classroom to adventures around the world. @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond has made ensuring that CA students are reading by third grade a key priority.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Celebrate #NationalLiteracyMonth with our updated Recommended #LiteratureList! Our searchable database contains hundreds of newly published titles for Prekindergarten through Grade 12. 📚 📖 Search today by visiting www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cr/rl/

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Every school day matters. Regular attendance gives students more opportunities to learn and stay on track academically. When students show up, they have more opportunities to thrive! 🏫

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined the Monterey County Office of Education to celebrate 1 million CalKIDS Scholarship Accounts claimed statewide! 💸📈

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

ATTN California juniors and seniors! 🚨 Want to represent your state in D.C., meet national leaders, and earn a $10k scholarship? Apply for the 2027 U.S. Senate Youth Program: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/el/le/yr2... #USSYP 🏛️

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September is #NationalLiteracyMonth! Literacy opens the door to opportunity. Whether you’re picking up a book, sharing a story, practicing your writing, or helping a young reader discover the joy of learning, every page makes a difference. 📖

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

All Things #BackToSchool! 🍎✏️📚 @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond and the California Department of Education support our schools in continuing a successful start to the school year. 📅: Sept. 3, 2026 🕑: 2 p.m. 🔗: Register at: www.tinyurl.com/ATBTS-CDE

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Tony Thurmond @casuperintendent.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

California’s school fiscal oversight system isn’t broken. One local dispute doesn’t justify rewriting statewide law in the final days of session. Sac City students deserve solutions, not political maneuvering. I urge the Legislature to reject this rushed proposal.

Dark blue, light blue and white graphic with black text that states: State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Responds to Legislative Proposal to Change California’s School Fiscal Oversight System. “Sacramento City Unified faces long-standing, serious fiscal challenges, but one local dispute does not justify rewriting California's statewide fiscal oversight system in the final days of the legislative session. The existing system provides multiple layers of accountability, with important roles for the district, county, the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), and state. It also provides an additional safeguard when a district needs more support to get back on the path to financial stability. That's exactly how I approached Sacramento. I have not assumed the county's fiscal oversight authority. I have brought the parties together, relied on independent fiscal expertise, and continued working toward long-term stability for the district.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We join people around the world in mourning the passing of Dolly Parton. An incomparable singer and songwriter, Dolly was also a passionate champion for literacy. We are grateful for her extraordinary legacy and proud to help carry it forward. @casuperintendent.bsky.social

multicolored guitars and books on a white background. A bright orange box includes black text that reads Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, she helped put books into the hands of California’s youngest children—building a love of reading from the very beginning and laying the foundation for children to become strong readers by third grade. Her music touched generations. Her commitment to literacy will continue to shape generations of readers to come.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

From the first 15 minutes of Transitional Kindergarten to an award-winning high school robotics team. 📚🤖 Yesterday, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond visited Davis Joint USD to see students at two very different points in their education...

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Tony Thurmond @casuperintendent.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The Trump Administration used its White House back-to-school event to attack California schools and threaten federal education funding. My response:

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“The Secretary is describing a California that doesn't exist. What exists: nearly 6 million kids working on reading, math, and getting to graduation. The Trump Administration has no interest in that reality - so it's inventing one that isn't there. That doesn't help a single child learn to read or excel in STEM.
In twenty years of back-to-school events, no parent has ever asked me about ‘radical experiments.’ They ask about counselors, qualified math teachers, and getting phones out of their kids' hands during class.
That's the work. Secretary McMahon has a standing invitation to visit any California school she wants - she picks the district. We'll talk to parents together. Then we can have an honest conversation about federal funding stability and the special education dollars Washington promised - and never delivered.”

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Welcoming Salinas Students Back to School! @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond visited Salinas High School and Boronda Meadows Elementary School this morning to celebrate the new school year and highlight the importance of literacy and whole-child education.

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A man poses outside with students and their cowboy school mascot.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Today in Baldwin Park, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond visited Tracy Elementary School to see first-hand its strong #literacy culture and outstanding student growth as one of CA’s top literacy-focused elementary schools! 📚✨

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Register for CDE’s All Things #BackToSchool webinar! 📚🎒🏫 Hear more on key resources, requirements, and strategies that can help successful start to the academic year. 📅: Sept. 3 from 2-3:30 p.m. 🔗 Register at: www.tinyurl.com/ATBTS-CDE

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Every student has a place at the table. 🍎📚 California public schools provide free breakfast and lunch to students every school day, helping kids stay nourished, focused, and ready to learn. #SchoolMeals #BackToSchool

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Tony Thurmond @casuperintendent.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Productive conversations continued today as we brought SCUSD and SCOE together to work toward fiscal solutions. The discussions can be tough at times, but both sides remain at the table and focused on a path forward.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Every day is a chance to learn, connect, and grow! 🌱 As we head #BackToSchool, let’s make every school day count. Regularly attending class gives students more opportunities to learn, build relationships, and reach their goals. Let’s make attendance a priority!

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

When schools welcome families, build strong relationships, and create meaningful opportunities to stay connected, students have a stronger team supporting their success. 🎒🎓 Let’s make families partners in learning this school year. #BackToSchool

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Today, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined Coachella Valley Unified School District leadership for its Welcome #BackToSchool event. CVUSD stands out as one of the highest‑performing districts for literacy gains and has the highest FAFSA and CA Dream Act completion rates. 🏆⭐

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A strong school year starts with belonging. 🎒 As CA students head #BackToSchool, we celebrate the educators, staff, families, and communities helping students feel welcomed, supported, and ready to learn.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Celebrate #BackToSchool with us! 🏫📚🎒 Tag @cadepted.bsky.social in your #BackToSchool posts across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, and BlueSky. We would love to share the excitement of another academic year!

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

This week, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond celebrated the first group of educators to complete California’s Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

As students, educators, and school staff begin returning to the classroom, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond and the California Department of Education send best wishes for a great new year! 📚🎒🏫

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We invite districts and schools to participate in High School Voter Education Weeks, from Sept. 14-25, 2026! Designed to raise civic awareness among high school students and encourage eligible students to vote so their registration becomes active when they turn 18.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Yesterday, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined @eqca.bsky.social to highlight the 2026 Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Looking to refresh your libraries? Check out the latest titles recommended by teacher librarians and educators in the 2026 CDE Recommended Literature List for grades Prekindergarten through 12! 📚💜 www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cr/rl/

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Feeling the #heat? California is experiencing excessive heat statewide over the next few days. The CDE would like to use this opportunity to remind educators, students, and families to be safe, stay hydrated, and look out for one another.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Today in Duarte, @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond visited student interns at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Research Center. The students are participating in a paid internship program created that expands access to work-based learning opportunities for CA high school students.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

California’s 2026 Teacher of the Year, April Raguindin, recently reached new heights this summer at Space Camp for Educators at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama!

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

#ICYMI: @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond announced Saisha Pal (San Ramon Valley Unified School District), and Elena Zhang (Redlands Unified School District), were selected as California’s student delegates for the 63rd annual National Youth Science Camp.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

On Wednesday, @casuperintendent.bsky.social hosted a virtual summit to address the critical needs of unaccompanied homeless youth. Hundreds of educators, homelessness providers, advocates, policy leaders, and community stakeholders discussed the urgent issue of youth homelessness in CA communities.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The CDE invites districts and schools to participate in civic engagement opportunities during the 2026–27 school year. High School Voter Education Weeks will take place Monday, September 14, through Friday, September 25, 2026.

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