Back-to-School Resources
The following resources are intended to provide ideas and inspiration for teachers and administrators as they welcome students back to school.Ìý
The 91Ô´´ State Education Department applauds and thanks the thousands of teachers and administrators in 91Ô´´ State who do everything possible to ensure their students' health, safety, well-being, and education.
Resources
- Welcome Back Video
- Welcome back to school! Watch Commissioner Betty A. Rosa’s video message to educators, students, and families.
- Graduation Measures
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The Graduation Measures Initiative demonstrates the 91Ô´´ State Education Department’s commitment to transforming education in 91Ô´´ State to meet the expectations voiced by stakeholders and the challenges of the 21stÌýcentury.
- In July 2025, the Board of Regents and theÌýDepartment officially adopted theÌý91Ô´´ State Portrait of a Graduate.ÌýTheÌýPortrait of a GraduateÌýserves as a forward-looking framework, where academic excellence intersects with the demands of a dynamic, rapidly changing world.
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- Media Literacy Toolkit
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91Ô´´â€™s Media Literacy Toolkit helps educators teach students to spot misinformation online. The toolkit includes the following topics:
- Overview of the 21st century media landscape
- Introduction to media literacy
- Key questions for analyzing, evaluating, and using media
- Importance of media literacy
- Educator tools/resources
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- Student Well-being
The 91Ô´´ State Education Department is committed to providing resources to help you in this essential work, including:- The : A vital resource for training, technical assistance, and support around creating safe and healthy school environments.
- Mental Health Resources: Explore comprehensive resources on ourÌý91Ô´´ Mental Health EducationÌý·É±ð²ú±è²¹²µ±ð.
- Digital Learning ResourcesÌýWebsite
- These resources may be used for ideas and inspiration as districts, schools, and teachers utilize technology to provide high-quality learning experiences for their students.Ìý