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Alternative Pathway to a High School Diploma
The implementation of the Alternative Pathway to a High School Diploma has provided so many students with an opportunity to obtain a high school diploma. We have created resources and guidance for our district outlining the requirements, the procedural steps within our system to ensure clear communication, and considerations for IEP teams to ensure pathways are clearly thought out. We have also created curriculum banks, provided AI resources to teachers, and leveraged our Inclusion Specialists at the high schools to support this work. This ...
Inclusive Practices in Action: Advice for School Leaders (East Bakersfield High School, Kern High School District)
The video offers guidance for school leaders on implementing and sustaining effective co-teaching practices in their schools. It emphasizes their role in setting vision, providing resources (such as professional development and scheduling), and creating supportive structures so that co-teaching isn’t just an initiative but a well-integrated practice. Leaders are encouraged to monitor progress, use data for continuous improvement, and build collaborative and trusting relationships among staff. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Coaching Co-Teachers (East Bakersfield High School, Kern High School District)
This video focuses on how Kern High School District uses coaching to develop co-teaching partnerships, enhancing teacher skills through observation, feedback, and shared reflection. It shows how instructional coaches and administrators support co-teachers in refining their practice, collaborating more deeply, and ensuring consistency in inclusive classrooms. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Progression of Co-Teaching (East Bakersfield High School, Kern High School District)
This video traces how co-teaching practices evolve over time within a district as teachers gain experience and systems mature. It shows stages of development—from initial setup and teacher pairing through ongoing refinement of roles, collaboration routines, and instructional alignment. The progression highlights how regular feedback, sustained support, and data-driven adjustments help deepen co-teaching effectiveness. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Master Scheduling (East Bakersfield High School, Kern High School District)
The video illustrates how Kern High School District designs master schedules to support co-teaching and inclusive learning, ensuring that staffing, class times, and resource allocation align with co-teaching needs. It highlights the importance of strategic planning, collaboration among administrators, and flexibility to accommodate shared planning time and co-teacher pairings. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Pairing Co-Teachers (East Bakersfield High School, Kern High School District)
This video highlights how Kern High School District intentionally pairs co-teachers to foster complementary strengths, support shared responsibility, and enhance instruction for inclusive classrooms. It also shows how site administrators match teachers based on skills, experience, and teaching style and how that pairing leads to better planning, communication, and student outcomes. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Advice for School Leaders (Mira Monte High School, Kern High School District)
The video offers guidance for school leaders on implementing and sustaining effective co-teaching practices in their schools. It emphasizes their role in setting vision, providing resources (such as professional development and scheduling), and creating supportive structures so that co-teaching isn’t just an initiative but a well-integrated practice. Leaders are encouraged to monitor progress, use data for continuous improvement, and build collaborative and trusting relationships among staff. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Coaching Co-Teachers (Mira Monte High School, Kern High School District)
This video focuses on how Kern High School District uses coaching to develop co-teaching partnerships, enhancing teacher skills through observation, feedback, and shared reflection. It shows how instructional coaches and administrators support co-teachers in refining their practice, collaborating more deeply, and ensuring consistency in inclusive classrooms. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Progression of Co-Teaching (Mira Monte High School, Kern High School District)
This video traces how co-teaching practices evolve over time within a district as teachers gain experience and systems mature. It shows stages of development—from initial setup and teacher pairing through ongoing refinement of roles, collaboration routines, and instructional alignment. The progression highlights how regular feedback, sustained support, and data-driven adjustments help deepen co-teaching effectiveness. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Master Scheduling (Mira Monte High School, Kern High School District)
The video illustrates how Kern High School District designs master schedules to support co-teaching and inclusive learning, ensuring that staffing, class times, and resource allocation align with co-teaching needs. It highlights the importance of strategic planning, collaboration among administrators, and flexibility to accommodate shared planning time and co-teacher pairings. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Pairing Co-Teachers (Mira Monte High School, Kern High School District)
This video highlights how Kern High School District intentionally pairs co-teachers to foster complementary strengths, support shared responsibility, and enhance instruction for inclusive classrooms. It also shows how site administrators match teachers based on skills, experience, and teaching style and how that pairing leads to better planning, communication, and student outcomes. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Fostering Partnerships with Kern High School District Teachers
The video explores how Kern High School District builds strong partnerships among educators to support co-teaching and inclusive practices. It demonstrates how collaboration, relationship building, and shared vision help foster trust and consistency in instructional strategies across classrooms. Additionally, it emphasizes the role of leadership in facilitating these partnerships and aligning efforts toward student success. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
Inclusive Practices in Action: Co-Planning with Kern High School District Teachers
This video shows how Kern High School District teachers engage in co-planning to align instructional strategies, share responsibilities, and design lessons collaboratively. It highlights the benefits of co-planning, such as improved consistency, shared ownership of curriculum decisions, and more effective support for students across inclusive settings. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.
High School Student Mental Health Student Slides Handout
For high school students - A PDF of student-specific Powerpoint slides corresponding with the activities/exercises included in the article "Mental Health Activity Guide for Teachers to Use in Classrooms." Related handouts are linked below in "Related Items."
High School Student Mental Health Activity Worksheet
For high school students - Worksheet corresponding with the activities/exercises included in the article "Mental Health Activity Guide for Teachers to Use in Classrooms." Related handouts are linked below in "Related Items."
High School Student Mental Health Activity Guide
For high school students - Teacher and student slides with multiple activities and exercises to help students learn about coping skills and other tools that help them build resiliency. Instructions and suggested script for teachers are included in the document. Further instructions (and handouts for other school ages) can be found in the article "Mental Health Activity Guide for Teachers to Use in Classrooms." The Worksheet and Student Slides are linked below in "Related Items."
California “Alt” Pathway to a High School Diploma for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities
Training and resources created to share information about the pathway to a diploma for students with Extensive Support Needs (ESN) in CA. These slides and information guides are designed to disseminate information to all interest holders in CA in understanding eligibility, requirements, and what to consider when doing person centered planning for students. TPEs Addressed: TPE 1 - Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning TPE 2 - Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning TPE 3 - Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning TPE 4 - ...
Introduction to Digital Citizenship for Middle and High School Educators
Join Common Sense Education and the UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence for this 30-minute interactive workshop as we explore activities to support educators who are helping middle and high school students navigate the challenges and opportunities of the digital world. We'll highlight lessons that focus on self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, and digital wellbeing. You'll leave with resources to help you lead meaningful conversations with students and parents about working through the challenges that come with living in an ever-connected world.
Mental Health Activity Guide for Teachers to Use in Classrooms
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) School Based Community Access Platform (SBCAP) program created a mental health activity guide for teachers to use in classrooms. This guide was created to provide teachers with several activities that will equip students with coping skills, in an effort to support their resiliency.
Co-Teaching Videos
This collection of short videos explores Kern High School District's approach to building, implementing, and sustaining co-teaching district-wide. The videos feature the following topics: Launching Co-Teaching, Co-Planning, Fostering Partnerships, Pairing Co-Teachers, Master Scheduling, Progression of Co-Teaching, Coaching Co-Teachers, and Advice for School Leaders. Together, these videos provide practical insights and real-world strategies to support schools in strengthening inclusive practices. They serve as a valuable resource for educators and leaders looking to expand and sustain co-teaching in their own contexts. To get to the full SIP Collection, ...
Inclusion Videos
This video collection showcases diverse voices and strategies driving inclusive education and disrupting ableism. Educators, advocates, families, and students share lived experiences, practical tools, and systemic approaches that strengthen belonging for learners with disabilities. Topics range from dismantling segregation and fostering peer supports, to harnessing assistive technology and AAC for communication and access. Viewers will also explore the new Alternative Pathway to a High School Diploma, districtwide Strategic Inclusion Planning, and lessons from leaders with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together, these sessions offer both inspiration ...
Inclusive Practices in Action: Launching Co-Teaching District-wide
This video features Kern High School District’s approach to expanding co-teaching across schools. Director of Instructional Services, Melissa Donez, explains how leadership, professional learning, and systemwide planning support inclusive instruction while addressing challenges like scheduling and resource allocation. The district emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and data use to ensure consistent and effective co-teaching practices. To get to the full SIP Collection, click here.