State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces Model Continuation High Schools for 2019 California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that 31 schools were newly designated as Model Continuation High Schools for 2019. These schools are recognized for their innovative approach to instruction and helping students who have faced many challenges—including behavior issues, chronic … Read More
February Newsletter 2019
A Message from CCEA’s newly appointed Executive Director, Vic Whitaker: Greetings! My name is Vic Whitaker, and I’m CCEA’s newly appointed Executive Director. Please allow me an opportunity to introduce myself. I retired several years ago after teaching for 35 years in the same continuation high school, Chaparral High School in San Diego, California. I’ve been a continuous member of … Read More
2019 CCEA Student Art Show
Submit Your Students’ Artwork Give your students the opportunity to shine — display your students artwork and highlight what you have been creating throughout the year. We will be featuring student artwork displays at the annual CCEA Conference, hosted in Santa Clara, California, on the weekend of April 26 – 28. This year, in lieu of prizes, students will be … Read More
Lost CCEA School in Paradise
CCEA member Mike Smith sent us an update about one of our continuation schools: This is my good friend and fellow CCEA member Ridgeview Alt Ed principal Mike Lerch. His school was completely destroyed by the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise. He had recently submitted his application for a model school and now is in complete rebuild mode. Most of … Read More
Moving into the Future Together
Three Amazing Days of Learning and Networking Join your fellow continuation school educators for the upcoming CCEA conference “Moving into the Future Together”. This is a once a year opportunity where you can connect with other alternative educators who understand the unique nuances of working within continuation schools. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or classified staff member – this … Read More
CCEA Conference 2019
“Moving into the Future Together” The California Continuation Education Association will host its annual state conference in Santa Clara on April 26 – 28, 2019. Join our community of educators, administrators, friends and family for three amazing days of workshops, seminars, student art shows, and our big awards dinner. Register and pay online before March 17th and get 10% off!* … Read More
President’s Letter 2018
A Message from the 2018-2019 CCEA President, Scott Braden: Welcome to the California Continuation Education Association — the voice for all things continuation education. Historically, CCEA has been instrumental in structuring success for schools and students up and down the State. Today, CCEA is growing and expanding as an organization. It’s mission and vision is committed to honoring, advocating, resourcing, … Read More
Model School Application 2018 – 2019
Apply to Become a Model School Now accepting applications! It’s that time again. We invite all continuation high schools in the state to submit an application to become “Model School” for 2018 – 2019, sponsored by the California Department of Education (CDE). Read the official invitation letter. Intent to Submit Deadline: June 29, 2018 Principals who intend to submit an application must complete the … Read More
Important News: Officer Update
Announcement from the CCEA Board Effective June 11, 2018, Scott Braden will assume the role of CCEA President. Tony Munguia, the organization’s recently elected President, resigned his position due to unforeseen circumstances. His dedication to CCEA over the years has been significant and meaningful, with his previous tenure as as an Officer (as State Secretary) and his establishment of the … Read More
A Message from Your Officers-Elect
Two new officers will join our CCEA State Officers this year as a result of our recent election, VP-Elect Scott Braden and Secretary-Elect Marty Martin. President-Elect Antonio Munguia is finishing his term as Secretary, and current Treasurer Vic Whitaker (re-elected this year) will continue in his post with the executive board. Antonio Munguia – President Elect California Continuation High School Community, … Read More