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Regional K-16 Education Collaboratives Grant Program Awards

California’s ground-breaking K-16 Education Collaboratives Grant Program will provide new pathways to career opportunities for students in their local communities. Learn more!

What credential do you need to be an elementary school teacher? Learn about the requirements!

Visit our Elementary Credential Requirement's page to learn more.

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