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2017-18 CHAMPIONS FOR LEADERSHIP
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Presenter and Project Title	Project Description
Brian Freund Securing the Human: Cybersecurity Education Program	The Cybersecurity Education Program is a comprehensive, research driven program that utilizes web-based videos to train our staff in the most vulnerable attack vector in cybersecurity today 鈥� the human factor. No matter how much money is spent on security safeguards, a single wrong click can endanger the data of our staff and students. Using SANS Institute鈥檚 framework we receive assessments based off simulated phishing campaigns to address the weak points in our organization. Through creation of a security team, posters, website, and newsletters; we hope to promote awareness and foster a cyber-secure culture in our workforce.
Christine Conover-Hill Engaging Paraeducators Through Training and Development	Standardized training for Paraeducators beyond the annual mandated reporter training and year a biennial CPR/ First Aid class would be beneficial to both the staff involved and the organization. Using Canvas to manage learning allows Paraeducators to see what is available and complete training at their own pace.
Delilah J. Gudgell Mobility Through Active Career Management	Staff should be nurtured and encouraged to actively participate in their career development so they are prepared when the right opportunity comes along. This project proposes the creation of a Career Management Program with the ultimate goal of developing a competent and confident workforce in alignment with Strategic Goal 3, "Be a premier employer鈥�.
Edilma Roulette Professional Development for School Districts Translators	Language and technology evolve quickly in a global society, requiring continuing education for translators and interpreters in school districts throughout 含羞草社区. A comprehensive professional development plan includes training on interpreting techniques, vocabulary, an interpreter code of ethics, agility in the use of computer assisted technology, and other useful tools.
Giulia Seminatore, Muna Abdi, Selma Murillo Improving Customer Service With Document Workflow	The use of electronic routing of documents for approval using Laserfiche creates and opportunity to increase efficiency. In collaboration with the Technology Services Branch, a process was created to streamline routing and decrease the amount of time required for approval of documents.
John F. Gomez, Ed.D. Real-time Compliance Monitoring for the Classroom	The use of nest forms software allows the Head Start program to capture school site data on mobile devices via various safe environment checklists. The staff responses to the checklists questions provide the monitoring team with real time classroom environment information.
Jovona Diggs, Au.D. SCCOE Early Start Program: An Introductory Video	The SCCOE Early Start program serves children with disabilities and developmental delays from birth to three years of age. Most people are unaware of this comprehensive program. After enrolled, most parents aren鈥檛 quite sure what to expect of Early Start. This 鈥淚ntroduction to Early Start鈥� video will show parents what services look like and include basic information about this wonderful program. The video can also be used to assist medical professionals, who often make referrals to the program, to better understand how our services are provided.
Kyle Folck Collaboration Through Technology: Instructional Materials in Education	T.I.M.E. is a web based platform for teachers to store and share instructional materials remotely. This resource aims to replace the dusty binders of classroom materials sitting on teacher's shelves. The platform is built to increase collaboration between 含羞草社区 Office of Education Teachers regardless of physical location, time constraints, or other factors that limit availability or access to peers.
Meipo Flores Absence Management: Efficiency and Agility Through Technology	The SCCOE lacks unified processes to track all permanent employee absences, time and attendance reporting, and up-to-date accrual balances. Some permanent employees are required to use both Frontline's Absence & Time software and SCCOE's Employee Absence System platform, while all other employees only use SCCOE鈥檚 Employee Absence System; which can cause confusion and errors. Migrating all staff to Frontline could result in a more streamlined approach, by providing up-to-date accrual balances, and eliminating dual entries for employees, supervisors, and school office coordinators.
Rachel Okazaki Assistive Technology Makerspace	Design and establish a makerspace to create, build, and collaborate on adaptations and customized equipment to meet the needs of our unique student population in 含羞草社区.
Sheetal Mistry Asset Inventory Workflow	Public service employees have a responsibility to ensure that resources acquired with taxpayer dollars are efficiently managed. Opportunities for improvement exist within the SCCOE asset management workflow to identify best practices, achieve practical solutions using existing resources, and promote collaboration throughout the organization.
Summer Reeves Social Media 101	Key communicators in our industry have two significant needs鈥攖o speak effectively on behalf of their organizations and to use social media appropriately and effectively to market their organizations in accordance with governing policies, rules, and regulations. To meet these dual needs two projects were created, a 45-minute workshop designed to ensure that all communication from our organization aligns with SCCOE policies and procedures, and an online eight-session course, will be offered through Canvas later in the year. The online course will provide a basic level understanding of creating content for school district and governmental organizations, account measurement, and management.
Yasmeen Husain Access, Equity, and Efficiency: Education Interpreting at the SCCOE	A deficit of K-12 Education Interpreters exists across the nation and the state of California. This joint Human Resources/ Special Education project identified key barriers and possible solutions to recruit and retain qualified Education Interpreters at the SCCOE.