Saturday, October 17, 2020

SSPI THURMOND STUFF THIS WEEK FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

California Department of Education


SSPI THURMOND
STUFF THIS WEEK FROM THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION



CDE Emergency Response Fund
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond announces statewide fundraising drive to support California schools impacted by wildfires.

OCT 14

Legislative Update – Assembly Bill 827
Assembly Bill 827 updates mandatory commercial recycling (AB 341) and mandatory organics recycling (AB 1826) requirements regarding student and staff access to recycling bins and organics recycling bins.
Public Safety Power Shutoff Event October 14, 2020
On October 13, 2020 PG&E announced that public safety power shutoffs are under consideration due to extreme weather and fire danger. If these conditions persist, PG&E may need to turn off power to local customers for safety.
CDE Charter Updates 1
Updates and information from the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division to charter schools, authorizers, and stakeholders.

OCT 09

Disaster CalFresh Outreach Materials
The California Department of Education (CDE) is assisting the California Department of Social Services, (CDSS) to share information about Disaster CalFresh food benefit services.
Extension of COVID-19 Meal Service Waivers
The USDA has extended twelve nationwide COVID-19 waivers. These waivers extend existing flexibilities through June 30, 2021.
SBE October 2020 Information Memoranda
Background information and updates on issues of interest to the State Board Members.

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