The Community Engagement Initiative (CEI) supports educators with increasing the ability and capacity to implement effective, equitable and culturally responsive community engagement practices. With a dedicated emphasis on fostering meaningful engagement in the development of the Local Control and Accountability Plan, the CEI utilizes a revolving cohort model, where school districts or Local Education Agencies commit to a two-year period of leadership and learning. The upcoming Cohort VI involves a collaboration among the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE), the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE), Eskolta School Research and Design, and the University of San Diego (USD). Participants are encouraged to sign up for notifications about application availability. Detailed application requirements, commitments, and deadlines can be found in the linked Request for Applications (RFA).

For additional updates, visit the Community Engagement Initiative website.

Learn more about CCEE by visiting our website, events calendar, Resource Center, and the Statewide System of Support Website.