Office of Education

County offices of education are the intermediate level of the public education system in California. Serving 32 school districts and more than 200,000 students, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools has a legislative mandate to ensure that school districts remain fiscally solvent and in compliance with state and federal laws. Moreover, county offices serve as a safety net for students with special needs, offering direct services for migrant, special education and court and community school students.

County offices also provide a full range of support programs and services. These include professional training and staff development, curriculum, business and finance support, health and pupil personnel services, as well as legislative and public policy leadership and advocacy at the local, state and federal level.

Career Technical Education

The Career Technical Education department manages the Fresno Regional Occupational Program (ROP), which empowers students to make meaningful career choices by providing opportunities for them to explore their interests, develop career skills and reinforce academics through career technical education. Programs include agriculture and natural resources; arts, media and entertainment; building and construction trades; education, child development and family services; energy, environment and utilities; engineering and architecture; fashion and interior design; finance and business; health science and medical technology; hospitality, tourism and recreation; information and communication technologies; manufacturing and product development; marketing, sales and service; public services; and transportation with offerings varying from school district to school district. Fresno ROP offers students a wide range of educational benefits, including college credit for qualifying courses, industry certification and internships when appropriate. More importantly, Fresno ROP allows students to develop a passion in what may become their lifelong career. 

Fresno County Court and Community Schools

The Court Schools provide educational services to students who are under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court and are in custody at the Fresno County Juvenile Justice Center. The school program is WASC accredited and offers a course of study that leads to a high school diploma.

The Community Schools provide educational services to students in grades 7-12 who are referred by the Probation Department, Juvenile Court, Department of Social Services, and school districts. Most students return to their districts of residence after a semester or a year; however, some complete graduation requirements while enrolled in our program and earn their diplomas.

Migrant Education Program

The Migrant Education Program is a federally funded supplemental program that provides education and support services to identified migrant students ages 3-21. The program focuses on the areas of English Language Arts, Mathematics, High School Graduation, School Readiness, Health, Out of School Youth and Parent Involvement as defined in the California State Service Delivery Plan for Migrant Education.

The goal of MEP is to ensure that migratory students are provided with appropriate academic support that address their unique needs. They are afforded ample opportunities to reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma (or complete a GED) that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning and productive employment.

Special Education

The Special Education Department provides specialized classes and services for students with disabilities who reside in school districts within the Fresno County SELPA. Services are available to eligible students with disabilities from birth to 22 years of age and are provided in a variety of settings, including home, school and the community. Low-incidence services are available for students who are deaf, blind or orthopedically impaired. Instructional programs provided in Special Education classes are designed to meet the individualized learning, functional and social-emotional needs of students. Curriculum is aligned with state standards and modified in accordance with the student’s needs. Our main goal is for our disabled youth to learn and grow to the best of their ability.

Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA)

The Fresno County SELPA is divided in four regions with representation from 31 Local Education Agencies (LEAs), including the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Special Education Operated Programs. The SELPA ensures the delivery of special education programs and services to the students with disabilities residing within our regional boundaries. The SELPA also provides monitoring and compliance, autism consultation services, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) and mental health services to LEAs.

The Fresno County Charter SELPA is composed of Charter LEAs located in Central California. The Charter SELPA ensures a quality educational program appropriate to the needs of each eligible child with a disability who is served by the Charter LEAs. The Charter SELPA offers support with quality special education services, professional development and collection and data reporting.

All 4 Youth Wellness Center

All 4 Youth Wellness Centers are here for youth and families and link to resources and activities to create a healthy environment for living and learning. Our Wellness Center staff, and Family Partners provide parent engagement activities, workshops, youth and parent groups, as well as other important services. Wellness Centers are strategically placed in Fresno County communities, open year-round and are accessible at Tarpey Elementary in Clovis, Fowler High School, Riverdale High School and Violet Heintz Education Academy. For more information, please call (559) 691-0706 or email wellness@fcoe.org.

All 4 Youth

All 4 Youth is a partnership program between the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health and the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools for children and youth ages 0-22 years old experiencing difficulties that affect them at school and at home. 

All 4 Youth is designed to enable youth and their families to access behavioral health services at school, in the community, or in the home. The goal of All 4 Youth is to remove barriers and increase access to a positive, healthy environment in which to live and learn.

All 4 Youth serves all 32 school districts in Fresno County.  However, All 4 Youth is not in all schools in Fresno and Clovis Unified. All 4 Youth accepts referrals year-round.

If you are interested in All 4 youth services, you can contact 559-443-4800 or email all4youth@fcoe.org.