College of the Sequoias Training Resource Center invites local industry to grand opening of new building

The College of the Sequoias (COS) Training Resource Center (TRC) is proud to announce the grand opening of its new facility, located at 1233 N. Century St., Visalia, CA 93291, on December 10, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Local business and industry partners are invited to an open house celebration, with remarks scheduled at 3:00 PM, […]

Tulare County/District Special Education Local Plan Area announces: Child Find seeks children needing special education services

Parents or friends who believe that a child may have a disability can find help by calling the Tulare County Office of Education or their local school district. Child Find is designed to identify children who may need special education services and connect them with appropriate educational programs. Special education services and programs are available in […]

Primavera Monarrez named as next President of Porterville College

After a nationwide search and competitive process, the Kern Community College District (KernCCD) is proud to announce the selection of Primavera Monarrez as the next President of Porterville College. Ms. Monarrez currently serves as the college’s Interim President. Her appointment to the permanent role is a testament to her dedication and the positive impact she […]

New Children First special featuring Tulare County esports team to air Sunday, November 23

On Sunday, ABC30 will air a new Children First program entitled All Kids Belong – a half-hour special about the benefits of programs that include a wide variety of students. This summer, TCOE launched its Esports League competition and an Esports Community of Practice (COP) to support teams throughout the county. El Monte Middle School […]

Visalia Unified blended Transitional Kindergarten program earns statewide recognition for innovation and inclusion

Visalia Unified School District (VUSD) has been honored with the California School Boards Association (CSBA) Golden Bell Award for its innovative Blended and Non-Blended Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) Program, a model that is redefining early learning for students across the district. The Golden Bell Award recognizes programs across California that exemplify excellence in education, innovation, […]

Tulare County WIB and College of the Sequoias launch Valley Build multi-craft apprenticeship readiness program

The Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County (WIB), in partnership with Valley Build, the Fresno Madera Kings Tulare Building Trades Council, and College of the Sequoias (COS), is proud to announce the expansion of the Valley Build MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to Tulare County. Valley Build is a high-impact workforce initiative which prepares individuals for […]