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Tour Our Inclusive Preschool [Learn More](https://www.smcoe.org/schools/smcoe-school-programs/accdc) ![A schoolhouse with a group gathered in front]() Our Commitment to Equity and Social Justice [Learn More](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/2664) ![a group of people gathered in the woods]() Outdoor Education: A San Mateo County Tradition [Learn more](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/1955) ![Medium COE Award]() County Office Recognized as Medium County Office of the Year [Learn more](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-recognized-as-medium-county-office-of-the-year) ![Picture of a diploma tied with a blue ribbon]() Operation Recognition: High School Diplomas for Those Impacted by War [Learn More](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) \< \> - [Calendar](https://www.smcoe.org/all-events) - [School Directory(opens in new window/tab)](https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1757036235/smcoeorg/wvrb3qkpad4wyabdjz4c/Final25-26Directory4Website.pdf) - [Peninsula Athletic League(opens in new window/tab)](https://pal.smcoe.org/about) - [Outdoor Education(opens in new window/tab)](https://outdoor.smcoe.org/about) ## Mission & Philosophy About Us At the San Mateo County Office of Education, we continuously strive to realize our vision of excellence and equity in education, for every student, every educator, and every school. Our mission is to inspire students, invest in educators, invigorate leaders, and involve families and communities. [**Learn more**](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/2663) ## News & Announcements [View All News](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/424) [![Students listen to a presentation about health and life science careers]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-and-life-science-leaders) [Inspiring the Next Generation of Health and Life Science Leaders](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-and-life-science-leaders) March 27, 2026 The San Mateo County Office of Education co-hosted a Health and Life Science Careers Expo that brought together youth, industry leaders, and community partners to support mental health and well-being while expanding access to diverse healthcare career pathways. [Read More about Inspiring the Next Generation of Health and Life Science Leaders](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-and-life-science-leaders) [![Take Steps to Prepare this Tsunami Preparedness Week]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/tsunami-preparedness-week) [Take Steps to Prepare this Tsunami Preparedness Week](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/tsunami-preparedness-week) March 25, 2026 Did you know that more than 150 tsunamis have hit [California’s shore since 1800](https://www.conservation.ca.gov/index/pages/news/cgs-issues-new-tsunami-hazard-maps-for-santa-barbara-and-san-luis-obispo-counties.aspx)? Most were barely noticeable, but a few have [caused injuries, loss of life, or significant damage](https://www.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/Documents/Tsunami/california-tsunami-history-poster-a11y.pdf). During Tsunami Preparedness Week (March 21 to 29), take time to understand tsunami risks, recognize warning signs, and prepare your family. [Read More about Take Steps to Prepare this Tsunami Preparedness Week](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/tsunami-preparedness-week) [![California Green Ribbon Schools]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-california-green-ribbon-schools-award-winners) [Celebrating San Mateo County’s 2026 California Green Ribbon Schools Award Winners](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-california-green-ribbon-schools-award-winners) March 24, 2026 The County Office congratulates this year’s California Green Ribbon Schools Award honorees from San Mateo County for their leadership, innovation, and commitment to building a more sustainable future for students and communities alike. [Read More about Celebrating San Mateo County’s 2026 California Green Ribbon Schools Award Winners](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-california-green-ribbon-schools-award-winners) [![Distinguished Schools Award]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-ca-distinguished-schools) [Six San Mateo County Middle and High Schools Receive a 2026 California Distinguished Schools Award](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-ca-distinguished-schools) March 23, 2026 Six schools from five school districts in San Mateo County received a 2026 California Distinguished School Award from the California Department of Education for their progress in supporting student success. [Read More about Six San Mateo County Middle and High Schools Receive a 2026 California Distinguished Schools Award](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-ca-distinguished-schools) [![San Mateo County students attend Teens Tackle Tobacco]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/smc-students-attend-ttt-conference) [San Mateo County Students Attend Teens Tackle Tobacco Conference](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/smc-students-attend-ttt-conference) March 13, 2026 More than 125 middle and high school student peer leaders from San Mateo County attended the [2026 Bay Area Teens Tackle Tobacco (TTT)](https://sites.google.com/acoe.org/tttconference2026/home "https://sites.google.com/acoe.org/tttconference2026/home") [Conference](https://sites.google.com/acoe.org/tttconference2026/home). [Read More about San Mateo County Students Attend Teens Tackle Tobacco Conference](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/smc-students-attend-ttt-conference) [![Picture of a diploma tied with a blue ribbon]()](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) [Operation Recognition: High School Diplomas for Those Impacted by War](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) March 6, 2026 Operation Recognition grants retroactive high school diplomas to veterans and Japanese Americans who were unable to receive their diplomas due to war. 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Tour Our Inclusive Preschool  Our Commitment to Equity and Social Justice [Learn More](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/2664)  Outdoor Education: A San Mateo County Tradition [Learn more](https://www.smcoe.org/fs/pages/1955)  County Office Recognized as Medium County Office of the Year [Learn more](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-recognized-as-medium-county-office-of-the-year)  Operation Recognition: High School Diplomas for Those Impacted by War [Learn More](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) ## Mission & Philosophy About Us At the San Mateo County Office of Education, we continuously strive to realize our vision of excellence and equity in education, for every student, every educator, and every school. Our mission is to inspire students, invest in educators, invigorate leaders, and involve families and communities. ## News & Announcements [![Students listen to a presentation about health and life science careers](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774654708/smcoeorg/fk2b8hwt1m38a0ebm9d9/HealthandLifeScienceExpo.jpg","width":2000}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-and-life-science-leaders) March 27, 2026 The San Mateo County Office of Education co-hosted a Health and Life Science Careers Expo that brought together youth, industry leaders, and community partners to support mental health and well-being while expanding access to diverse healthcare career pathways. [Read More about Inspiring the Next Generation of Health and Life Science Leaders](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-health-and-life-science-leaders) [![Take Steps to Prepare this Tsunami Preparedness Week](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1774308398/smcoeorg/qieh6q8isvnemdrqa6hn/Tsunami_Safety_Graphic_English2.png","width":2200}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/tsunami-preparedness-week) March 25, 2026 [Read More about Take Steps to Prepare this Tsunami Preparedness Week](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/tsunami-preparedness-week) [![California Green Ribbon Schools](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774901990/smcoeorg/pxe8b7dejhom721ajjhu/CAGreenRibbonSchools.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774901990/smcoeorg/pxe8b7dejhom721ajjhu/CAGreenRibbonSchools.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774901990/smcoeorg/pxe8b7dejhom721ajjhu/CAGreenRibbonSchools.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774901990/smcoeorg/pxe8b7dejhom721ajjhu/CAGreenRibbonSchools.png","width":842}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-california-green-ribbon-schools-award-winners) March 24, 2026 The County Office congratulates this year’s California Green Ribbon Schools Award honorees from San Mateo County for their leadership, innovation, and commitment to building a more sustainable future for students and communities alike. [Read More about Celebrating San Mateo County’s 2026 California Green Ribbon Schools Award Winners](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-california-green-ribbon-schools-award-winners) [![Distinguished Schools Award](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774900718/smcoeorg/dktmhzcvrnptstssc6c6/DistinguishedSchools.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774900718/smcoeorg/dktmhzcvrnptstssc6c6/DistinguishedSchools.png","width":418}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-ca-distinguished-schools) March 23, 2026 Six schools from five school districts in San Mateo County received a 2026 California Distinguished School Award from the California Department of Education for their progress in supporting student success. [Read More about Six San Mateo County Middle and High Schools Receive a 2026 California Distinguished Schools Award](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/2026-ca-distinguished-schools) [![San Mateo County students attend Teens Tackle Tobacco](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1774654553/grxx82xov1oiy4ns2hhi/TeensTackleTobacco.jpg","width":2200}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/smc-students-attend-ttt-conference) March 13, 2026 [Read More about San Mateo County Students Attend Teens Tackle Tobacco Conference](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/smc-students-attend-ttt-conference) [![Picture of a diploma tied with a blue ribbon](https://www.smcoe.org/[{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772842427/smcoeorg/e9gzxkg1yjfqesmd94am/Picture1.png","width":2200}])](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) March 6, 2026 Operation Recognition grants retroactive high school diplomas to veterans and Japanese Americans who were unable to receive their diplomas due to war. [Read More about Operation Recognition: High School Diplomas for Those Impacted by War](https://www.smcoe.org/p/~board/san-mateo-county-office-of-education-news/post/operation-recognition-high-school-diplomas-for-those-impacted-by-war) ## Upcoming Events