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San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools proudly named 63 champions following the 35th Annual San Bernardino County History Day competition. The champions were selected from over 140 projects submitted by 200 students from across the County. The winners were honored during an awards ceremony held at California State University, San Bernardino on March 1.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) is proud to partner with Thinkwise Federal Credit Union to launch the Dowdy-Hope Account. Thinkwise created the exclusive account to allow at-promise youth, who wouldn’t have the opportunity otherwise, to open and maintain a bank account.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) was proud to showcase more than 670 talented student musicians during three separate honor concerts. In partnership with the San Bernardino County Music Educators Association (SBCMEA), SBCSS provided students from throughout the County with the opportunity to perform in front of packed audiences which included elected officials, community members, educators, and families.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) was proud to crown two students as 2025 San Bernardino County Spelling Bee Champions following the intense linguistic competition held at San Bernardino Valley College on Mar. 12. Fifth grade student, Angeline Wang, and seventh grade student, Hannah Kuo, were named champions after going more than 12 rounds with their fellow competitors.
At SBCSS, we are committed to fostering an environment where each and every student is empowered to explore their full potential, both inside and outside the classroom.
For the fourth consecutive year, Chaffey High School Team Black has been named San Bernardino County Academic Decathlon champions. The final announcement was made during the 42nd annual awards ceremony hosted by San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools on Feb. 6.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) and the San Bernardino California School Boards Association (SBCSBA) proudly recognized the eight San Bernardino County school districts whose outstanding programs were selected to receive 2024 California School Boards Association (CSBA) Golden Bell Awards.
We kicked off the new year with inspiring events that challenged our most creative students, push their limits, and start 2025 off with confidence.
Redlands High School Team Blue has been named San Bernardino County Mock Trial champions.
The San Bernardino County School Boards Association and the San Bernardino County Committee on School District Organization are now accepting nominations for the 27th Annual Distinguished Service Awards.
The San Bernardino County Education Medal of Honor is now accepting nominations for the 34th Annual Education Medal of Honor awards.
As we wrap up 2024, we dedicate this past month to celebrating and giving back to the people who make our work meaningful—our students, staff and community members.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) awarded a high school diploma to San Bernardino County veteran, Marvin Minter, whose education was interrupted due to military service.
The San Bernardino County Board of Education voted Dec. 16 to elect Dr. Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers as Board President for the 2025 term. The Board also elected Ryan McEachron as Vice President for the upcoming year.
November has been an inspiring month for empowering and encouraging our students and communities to embrace the exceptional opportunities that education offers.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) celebrated more than 1,000 high school students who are on track to receive the State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB). Marked by a gold seal on the diploma or transcript, the SSB recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing one or more languages in addition to English.
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has made a generous $100,000 contribution to San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) Alliance for Education. This donation will directly support the “Cultivating Innovation in STEM Schools” program for the 2024-2025 academic year.
This month has been one of inspiration, transformation and dedication.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) is proud to have five of its alternative education schools recognized as one of America’s Healthiest Schools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
One year following its debut, the groundbreaking, free bilingual education children’s show, Learn with Me, is celebrating its second season with a new website and prestigious award!
The 2024-25 school year is underway and off to a fantastic start!
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) was proud to honor five outstanding teachers who have dedicated their careers to student success in San Bernardino County.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond joined San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) during the Patriot Day observance at its Brier administrative site on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) rang in the 2024-2025 academic year by celebrating seven exceptional employees making an impact in San Bernardino County during the SBCSS Stars in Education Celebration held on Aug. 28.
It’s been such a privilege to welcome our students and staff back to campus for the beginning of the 2024-25 school year!
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS), in partnership with the San Bernardino County Department of Veterans Affairs, is now accepting applications for the 16th Annual Operation Recognition Veterans Diploma Project.
As the new school year approaches, we have been utilizing the summer months to rejuvenate, collaborate and innovate new ways of learning for the 2024-25 academic year.
Conference leaders unveiled the new brand identity for the annual conference, which included a new name, logo and tagline. After nearly a decade, the SRSWC will now be known as “The Wellness Conference."
The 2023-24 school year has officially come to an end!
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its alternative education high school graduates during its annual commencement ceremony held on June 13 at the Gardiner Springs Auditorium in Ontario.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools was proud to recognize eight recipients who were named the 2024 San Bernardino Countywide Classified School Employees of the Year (CSEY).
This year, our nearly 400,000 students have shown exceptional dedication to academic and extracurricular excellence, making us incredibly proud.
The Career Expo will be held at the Dorothy Inghram Learning Center 670 East Carnegie Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408.
This month, some of our nearly 400,000 students showcased their unwavering commitment to their education, reaching far beyond the classroom.
At SBCSS, our goal is to inspire students to be well-rounded by exploring various subjects, discovering new passions, and seizing unique opportunities.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) is proud to announce that 21 school sites from throughout San Bernardino County have received multiple prestigious state recognitions. Nearly two dozen schools within the County have been named 2024 California Distinguished Schools, 2024 Schools to Watch or Model Continuation High Schools (MCHS) for 2024.
The San Bernardino County School Boards Association (SBCSBA) and San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) are thrilled to announce the outstanding recipients of the Spring Awards. These individuals and organizations have been selected by an independent panel for their outstanding contributions to public education in San Bernardino County.
The San Bernardino County Spelling Bee concluded with exhilarating victories, showcasing exceptional linguistic scholars from across the region. Representing a diverse array of school districts and charter schools, the competition culminated in a thrilling event between the county's finest spellers.
More than 650 student musicians from throughout San Bernardino County were selected to showcase their musical talents during three separate honor concerts. In partnership with the San Bernardino County Music Educators Association (SBCMEA), San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) was proud to provide students the opportunity to perform in front of packed audiences that included elected officials, community members, educators, and families.
At SBCSS, we are continuously striving to develop innovative and inclusive ways to make learning engaging for students.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) is pleased to announce the winners of the 41st annual San Bernardino County Academic Decathlon Competition. The awards ceremony honoring 53 teams from 19 high schools across San Bernardino County occurred on Feb. 8.
The San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) and the San Bernardino California School Boards Association (SBCSBA) proudly recognized the outstanding achievements of six school districts within San Bernardino County during the SBCSBA Annual Meeting held on January 29, 2024.
Happy New Year from SBCSS!
Redlands High School Team Blue claimed the esteemed San Bernardino County Mock Trial championship title. The triumphant team is set to advance to the state competition scheduled for March 22-24, 2024.
The San Bernardino County Education Medal of Honor is now accepting nominations for the 33rd Annual Education Medal of Honor awards.
The San Bernardino County School Boards Association and the San Bernardino County Committee on School District Organization are now accepting nominations for the 26th Annual Distinguished Service Awards.
The San Bernardino County Board of Education voted Dec. 11 to elect Laura A. Mancha as Board President. The Board also elected Dr. Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rodgers as Vice President.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) awarded high school diplomas to four San Bernardino County veterans whose high school education was interrupted due to military service or internment in a Japanese American camp.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) hosted its Eighth Annual Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Showcase celebrating the 10 schools led by SBCSS and 271 schools from throughout San Bernardino County that were recognized by the California PBIS Coalition as a PBIS Recognition School.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) honored 958 high school students who are candidates for the California State Seal of Biliteracy during three regional in-person ceremonies.
Two schools in San Bernardino County have been recognized as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools.
San Bernardino County students can now get a pulse check on a career in health care with the help of the new, free mobile game “Healing Agent.”
Learn with Me, a free bilingual educational children’s show, has hit the airwaves and web. San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) in partnership with KVCR and Footsteps2Brilliance developed Learn with Me, the one-of-a-kind transmedia project merging television and digital media together in both English and Spanish.
San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) honored four incredible teachers who have dedicated their careers to students in San Bernardino County.
32 students were honored by San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) for successfully completing the Community Health Worker and Drone Pilot Training courses respectively.
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