Santa Cruz County Office of Education
Education Administration ProgramsCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is a regional education administration entity based in Santa Cruz, California, serving Santa Cruz County. It coordinates and supports student programs, assists school districts, and provides curricular and fiscal oversight for schools and students in the county. The office maintains a mid-sized staff to carry out its responsibilities. In August 2024, the office launched a Dental Assisting Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Dientes Community Dental Care, welcoming its first cohort. It has pursued workforce development initiatives through collaborations with other organizations, including a 2023 partnership with Vivacitytech to offer an 80-hour online training program. The office was recognized as Organization of the Year by the Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County in 2023 for its contributions to the community.