Office of the State Superintendent

Responsible for developing policy, advising the State Superintendent of Public Instruction on education issues, and assisting in the administration of the California Department of Education.

Address: 1430 N Street, Suite 5602, Sacramento, CA 95814-5901
Phone: 916-319-0800
Fax: 916-319-0100

Offices and Divisions

Superintendent's Initiatives Office
Responsible for coordinating the initiatives and programs sponsored by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson as well as other Department activities.

Communications Division
Oversees all public relations and media activities for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and the California Department of Education.

Government Affairs Division
Responsible for the administration of all departmental activities relating to state and federal legislation and the interests of the public in that legislation.

Coordinated Student Support Division
Provides technical assistance as well as instructional and intervention strategies throughout California that aid all students to obtain the physical, social, emotional, and educational support they need to be healthy, learn, and succeed.