The Alameda County Office of Education has been recognized by the California School Boards Association with a Golden Bell Award for its innovative program to diversify the county’s teacher workforce.
The Office of Education started the Professional Advancement and Training Hub (PATH) two years ago to help fill the more than 300 teaching and 500 instructional aide vacancies in the county.
Since the program began, it has helped 1,500 county residents plan careers in education, subsidized the credentials of more than 130 multilingual intern teachers, helped 100 residents become instructional aides, graduated 54 educators from its teacher residency program, and assisted 200 educators to earn clear credentials through its career technical education program.
“Our vision is that PATH is a reliable partner for our school districts and prepares educators to provide culturally responsive instruction to students throughout Alameda County,” said Kristin Bijur, chief of educator effectiveness at ACOE. “This program also is a supportive avenue for Alameda County community members to access careers in education.”
The Golden Bell Awards promote excellence in education and school board governance by recognizing outstanding programs and practices of school boards in districts and county offices of education throughout California, according to a press release from the Alameda County Office of Education.
— Story by Diana Lambert, EdSource
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