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Monthly Matters Video Message with Dr. Ed Manansala

16:30 PM - May 26, 2023

End your week on a high note and tune in to this edition of Monthly Matters with Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, where he highlights Ag in the Classroom’s Farm Day and the annual Spelling Bee, hosted by Pollock Pines Elementary School District. 

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El Dorado County School Administrators Honored

15:45 PM - May 15, 2023

On the evening of May 2, the Jack Russell Farm Brewery was buzzing with excitement as Association of California School Administrators (ACSA), El Dorado County Charter members gathered to recognize outstanding educators for distinguished service to their students, schools, and communities. 

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Join the Fun Run at El Dorado County Fair

15:25 PM - May 15, 2023

Parents, are you looking for a fun and exciting event to take your kids to this summer? Look no further than the El Dorado County Fair's 1K Fun Walk/Run, taking place on Thursday, June 15! Kids aged 4-12 can enter the fair for FREE and participate in this fantastic race with Dr. Ed …

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Kathy Miracle Named Superintendent of Gold Oak USD

01:05 AM - May 10, 2023

At their meeting on Tuesday, May 9, the Gold Oak Union School District (GOUSD) Board voted unanimously for Kathy Miracle to become their new district superintendent. After the vote, Kathy expressed, “I am so excited to begin serving and supporting the GOUSD community! I look forward to …

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EDCOE Team Members are Shining Stars!

14:00 PM - May 08, 2023

Group of winners

El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE) recently hosted a team member recognition awards ceremony to honor the outstanding achievements and contributions of its team members. Dr. Ed Manansala, the El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, welcomed everyone to the event and said, "W…

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Gigi Marchini Receives EDCOE Excellence in Education Award

13:05 PM - May 08, 2023


Gabrielle Marchini, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Accountability, was recently honored with an Excellence in Education Award at an awards ceremony held by the El Dorado County Office of Education. The Excellence in Education Award is the highest honor given to an EDCOE …

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Nisa Lyons Recognized with EDCOE Excellence in Education Award

13:00 PM - May 08, 2023

Nisa and Dr. Ed Manansala

Nisa Lyons, Program Assistant for External Business Services, has been given an Excellence in Education Award by the El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE). Nisa was shocked and expressed, “This accolade humbles me, and I so appreciate being recognized by my peers. My role at EDCOE …

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Monthly Matters with Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools

15:25 PM - April 28, 2023

Watch this edition of Monthly Matters with Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, where he celebrates growth and partnerships in our County. Jackson Elementary student Austin Reininger teaches us about resiliency. The Peer Advocate Mentoring program at Golden Sierra Junior …

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Monthly Matters with Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools

14:25 PM - March 31, 2023

Watch this edition of Monthly Matters with Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, where he speaks about the new Threat Assessment model to keep students and school faculty safe throughout the county, the El Dorado Union High School District (EDUHSD) Career Expo, …

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School Board Members Honored for Exemplary Service

10:40 AM - March 30, 2023

On the evening of March 27, Cold Springs Country Club was buzzing with excitement as the El Dorado County School Boards Association (EDCSBA) held its annual awards gala to honor outstanding school board members who have shown exemplary service to their community. Educators, parents, and …

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Oral Interpretation Brings the Written Word to Life

13:05 PM - March 28, 2023

Fourth-grade student Razi Lockhart.

On Wednesday, March 22, more than 200 students represented almost 20 schools at the 43rd annual Festival of Oral Interpretation, hosted by Pioneer Union School District (PUSD). Small groups of children hurried to classrooms across campus to deliver …

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Student Threat Assessment Model Implemented to Keep Schools Safe

08:15 AM - March 28, 2023

In March, more than 100 representatives from El Dorado County education, law enforcement, Health and Human Services, and the District Attorney’s office gathered for training on a new student threat assessment model that can be used to prevent violence in schools. The training took place …

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A Place of Joy and Play: An All-Inclusive Playground Offers Life-Changing Opportunities

16:00 PM - March 27, 2023

From Serrano Magazine, Spring 2023 issue

Equity is a lens widely used in education that offers opportunities to all, even beyond the walls of a classroom. A great example of this is the goal to transition the playground at Jackson Elementary School into an all-inclusive environment. The current …

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County Superintendent Dr. Ron Carruth Receives Statewide Distinguished Service Award

16:45 PM - March 23, 2023