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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5h

Healthy students are better learners, and California is proud to lead the nation in ensuring every child is nourished and ready to learn. Last year, California served nearly 885 million breakfasts and lunches to students.

For more on universal meals: www.cde.ca.gov/ls/nu/univme...

Universal Meals Frequently Asked Questions - Nutrition (CA Dept of Education)

Frequently asked questions pertaining to the statewide Universal Meals Program for all school children.

www.cde.ca.gov

California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5h

The CDE is celebrating National School Lunch Week 2025 (#NSLW25)! 🏫🍽️🍎

Here in California, every K-12 student can enjoy free, nutritious meals thanks to @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond’s leadership for universal meals for all.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 1d

¿Está listo para ShakeOut? ¡Nosotros sí! #ShakeOut llegará pronto, el 16/10, así que asegúrese de inscribirse o a su escuela para ser contados entre los millones de participantes: ShakeOut.org/espanol/inscribirse.

El Gran ShakeOut de Otros estados o países

Los simulacros ShakeOut ayudan a familias, escuelas y organizaciones alrededor del mundo a prepararse y practicar cómo hacerse seguro durante un terremoto. Inscríbase a www.ShakeOut.org/espanol para p...

ShakeOut.org

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 1d

Are you ready to ShakeOut? We are! #ShakeOut is coming up soon on 10/16, make sure to register yourself or your school to be counted among the millions participating: ShakeOut.org/register.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 1d

⭐ Register now! ⭐

Join @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond for a webinar and live Q&A on the tools and strategies school districts need to effectively support immigrant students and their families.
📅: October 21, 2025
🕚: 11 a.m.
🔗: www.tinyurl.com/CDEFamilies

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 1d

It’s Week of the School Administrator! 👏✨

We celebrate and thank CA’s dedicated school administrators – the principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and site managers – who work tirelessly to create safe, supportive, and thriving learning environments for students.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 2d

Happy #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! 👩🏻‍💻💻

To empower students in the ever-evolving digital landscape, it is critical to support students to be accountable for their safe, responsible, healthy, and balanced online interactions: www.cde.ca.gov/ls/et/dc/ind...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 2d

Today, the CDE celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day and honors Native American peoples, their histories, and their cultures.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5d

These remarkable outcomes reflect the power of strategic investments and collaboration under Superintendent Thurmond’s Move the Needle Initiative, which helps districts maximize resources to accelerate learning.

California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5d

The latest statewide assessment results show LAUSD students reached record-high proficiency levels, up 3.4 points in English Language Arts, 3.9 in math, and 3.3 in science, surpassing both last year’s results and pre-pandemic performance.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5d

Celebrating Growth in Student Achievement at #LAUSD! 👏👏

@casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond joined @laschools.bsky.social leaders today in Maywood to celebrate historic gains in student achievement!

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5d

LIVE: Moving the Needle: Los Angeles USD Advances Math and Literacy Achievement:

fb.watch/CEZNRGOQH4/

California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 5d

Be kind to your mind! 💚🧠

Join CDE, #mentalhealth advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members to recognize today as #WorldMentalHealthDay. If you or someone you know who is struggling, it is okay to ask for help.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 6d

📢 Join us tomorrow! 📢

As part of @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond’s Move the Needle Initiative, join us at 10 a.m. for a webinar that spotlights the measurable gains in math and literacy achieved by @laschools.bsky.social.

Register at: www.tinyurl.com/LAUSDMTN

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 6d

⭐ October 18 (at 8 a.m.): tinyurl.com/5yz67k49
⭐ October 18 (at 2 p.m.): tinyurl.com/kp7t9ttc
⭐ October 22: tinyurl.com/3sfyn3cf
⭐ October 25: tinyurl.com/5t3esfu3

California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 6d

Attention educators, caregivers, and school counselors!

There’s still time to register for the remaining October Youth Mental Health First Aid training courses. #YMHFA

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 6d

Understanding #ToolsforTeachers is a professional learning resource that introduces educators to the website’s formative assessment resources, which include professional development and lessons with embedded instructional strategies!

smartertoolsforteachers.org/resource/1400 (account required)

California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 7d

Learn more via the Filipino American National Historical Society: www.fanhs-national.org

FANHS National Website

www.fanhs-national.org

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 7d

October is Filipino American History Month!

#FAHM commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the US, which occurred on October 18, 1587, when “Luzones Indios” came ashore from the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Esperanza and landed at what is now Morro Bay, CA.

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 7d

Join us in fostering safe, responsible, and empowered digital communities for all learners!

For classroom and family resources, visit the CDE Digital Citizenship web page at www.cde.ca.gov/ls/et/dc/ind....

Digital Citizenship - Education Technology (CA Dept of Education)

Provides resources for parents, administrators, and students on appropriate Digital Citizenship. Resources include publications, sample policies, and frequently asked questions.

www.cde.ca.gov

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 7d

The CDE is thrilled to continue celebrating over 10 years of #DigitalCitizenshipWeek, and over 20 years of digital citizenship campaigns! CDE celebrates Fall Digital Citizenship Week from October 13–24, 2025. 🚀

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 8d

As part of @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond’s Move the Needle Initiative, join us Friday, October 10, at 10 a.m. for a webinar that spotlights the measurable gains in math and literacy achieved by the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Register at: www.tinyurl.com/LAUSDMTN

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 8d

#ICYMI: @casuperintendent.bsky.social Tony Thurmond celebrated multi-year growth in student achievement at San Diego Unified School District.

Read more: www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr25/y...

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 9d

Schools and educators should encourage students to create a home escape plan and practice it with their families. Learn more and find classroom #FPW resources via the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): www.nfpa.org/events/fire-...

Celebrate NFPA Fire Prevention Week (FPW), October 5-11

This year’s focus on lithium-ion batteries works to better educate the public about how to buy, charge, and dispose of them safely.

www.nfpa.org

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California Department of Education @cadepted.bsky.social · 9d

It’s Fire Prevention Week 🧯🔥

This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” aims to educate everyone about using these batteries safely and the importance of being prepared before an emergency occurs.

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