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What is “social-emotional” learning? Latest newsletter has the facts

The Folsom Cordova community is hearing a lot about “social-emotional” learning - and the District has launched a newsletter to dig deeper into this crucial component to academic achievement!

Cordova High IB students hear inspiring words from successful alums

Taking full Diploma Programme courses in Cordova High School’s International Baccalaureate Programme is demanding and rigorous: multiple high-level courses, comprehensive projects, extensive writing and analysis, and more.

Character counts: Oak Chan teacher produces award-winning videos

Oak Chan students and staff are using videos to teach kids how to be strong citizens in and out of the classroom - and they’re earning accolades, too.

Cordova Gardens 2nd grade students raise salmon in class

Hands-on learning combines science, math, writing and art...

Folsom Cordova selects next Assistant Superintendent for Secondary

Superintendent Sarah Koligian, Ed.D., has selected veteran educator Jim Huber, Ed.D., as Folsom Cordova’s next Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Education & Instruction, effective July 1.

Superintendent Koligian named one of region’s most powerful leaders

Sacramento Magazine has named Superintendent Sarah Koligian, Ed.D., one of the most powerful leaders in the region in its first-of-a-kind publication called the “Sacramento 300.”

VIDEO: Cordova High students build budgeting smarts in real-life simulation

Cordova High students recently experienced a dose of real-life learning thanks to the school’s ongoing partnership with SAFE Credit Union

PHOTOS: Folsom High student artwork displayed in downtown offices

When the firm needed artwork for its new office in downtown Sacramento, they looked to Folsom High School teacher Jeff Carter's amazing, award-winning students to feature prominently throughout its Capitol Mall headquarters.

Russell Ranch Elementary named 2020 CA Distinguished School

Russell Ranch Elementary School not only has been named a 2020 California Distinguished School by the California Department of Education - it’s the second-consecutive honor for the Folsom school.

Dashboard: Explore how your schools are performing academically

The California School Dashboard, which allows families and community members to look up detailed and multiple measures of school and district performance, has been released for 2019.

Budget Update Q&A: Board to review interim budget report Dec. 19, 2019

The Folsom Cordova Board of Education will receive its first interim budget report of the fiscal year as the District continues to identify long-term solutions to its budget deficit.

Cordova High, Vista del Lago students participate in Honor Band

Student musicians from Cordova High and Vista del Lago High schools were among those selected for a special Honor Band concert earlier this month that featured top student musicians from throughout the Sacramento region.