Christmas came early for the Cornejo family of Mendota thanks to the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Migrant Education Department. This heartwarming Education Matters story highlights how a long-running holiday tradition is uplifting migrant families facing hardship, while celebrating the power of education, community support, and perseverance. As the Cornejo family navigates serious health and financial challenges, a holiday celebration brings hope, joy, and encouragement.

Fresno County’s “Count, Play, Explore” early math initiative has been recognized with the prestigious Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association. For the past decade, the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools has worked to transform how young children learn math by engaging families, supporting teachers, and building strong community partnerships. In this Education Matters story, learn how hands-on learning, playful exploration, and early family engagement are changing math mindsets for students from birth through third grade.

Fresno County special needs students are showcasing their creativity at the K-Jewel Art Gallery in a powerful celebration of art, inclusion, and self-expression. This Education Matters story highlights a unique program from the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools that brings high-quality arts instruction directly to classrooms, giving students with disabilities the same creative opportunities as their peers.