Executive Office

The State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, is a state official elected by the people on a nonpartisan ballot for a four-year term.

Teacher of the Year

California honors five teachers of the year. These are the best of the best - dedicated, innovative, creative leaders who inspire, and change the lives of countless students.

A Blueprint for Great Schools, Version 2.0

This plan, initiated by former Superintendent Tom Torlakson, builds on the work of his first Blueprint for great schools, by outlining recommendations to improve education in critical areas.

Accountability and Continuous Improvement

California is embarking on a groundbreaking new accountability system that will provide parents, educators and the public with a wealth of new information.

Science Renaissance

California is undergoing an upgrade in science education that includes new, more rigorous and integrated standards.

Environmental Literacy

As part of former State Superintendent Tom Torlakson’s effort to improve students understanding of the natural world, he convened a 47-member task force to make recommendations about how to improve environmental education.

Safe Havens

The Superintendent urges all districts to declare themselves “Safe Havens” so their students, parents, and educators know all are welcome at the district and laws prohibit the release of immigration status information to federal authorities.

Executive Office Topics

Appointments
Appointment vacancies, applications, and organizations represented by the California Department of Education.

Belief & Purpose
Belief and purpose of the California Department of Education.

Biographies
Information about the Superintendent of Public Instruction and his Executive Staff.

Correspondence
From the Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Initiatives & Programs
Learn more about the initiatives and programs sponsored by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

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Closing the Achievement Gap Virtual Town Hall
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Posted 9-Sep-2019

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