California CTE

More than 20 construction workers in Oakland are stepping forward to recover over $300,000 in unpaid wages tied to a publicly funded housing development, and their fight is moving forward.

At Legal Aid at Work, we’re proud to represent workers in this case. Senior Staff Attorney, Alexx Campbell is working directly with workers as they seek accountability and fair pay for their labor.

This moment reflects what’s possible when workers take action and speak up after months of underpayment, supported by community partners, and backed by legal advocacy pushing wage claims forward.

These workers helped build housing for their community. They deserve to be paid fully and fairly for that work.

Read more about their story and what comes next: https://www.kqed.org/news/12081466/oakland-laborers-allege-over-300000-in-wage-theft-at-public-housing-redevelopment

The 2026 FCS Leadership & Management Conference is taking place June 16–18, 2026. This conference is curated especially for Culinary Arts & Hospitality, Education & Child Development, and Fashion & Interior Design teachers.
Designed for both new and seasoned Family & Consumer Sciences educators, this three-day conference offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with colleagues from across California, explore current industry trends, and discover practical classroom strategies you can take back to your program right away. Sessions will focus on leadership development, classroom management, innovative instructional ideas, and strengthening FCS pathways for student success.
In addition to professional learning, the conference provides dedicated time to network, share experiences, and build relationships within the FCS community, all while enjoying the unique culture and setting of Santa Rosa.
We hope you’ll join us for this engaging and collaborative professional development experience. Registration and additional details can be found on our website: https://ca-fcs.org/events/2026-fcs-lm/. Registration starts at just $370.

We have 22 CTE students from the high desert on their way to Atlanta to represent California at the National Leadership and Skills Conference.
Congratulations, we wish you all the very best!

Thinking about college rodeo?

We’re excited about the future of the Coalinga College Rodeo Program and the opportunities available for student-athletes.

We currently have scholarship opportunities available for students who want to continue their education while competing in rodeo.

Whether you’re a high school senior, transfer student, or somewhere in between, we’d love to visit with you about what we’re building at Coalinga College.

Send us a message for more information
on becoming a future falcon!

Check out our latest blog for a recap of ICDC 2026 and key officer transition tips for the year ahead !! 💙💫

https://californiadeca.org/2026/pin-trading-and-podium-finishes-the-california-icdc-experience/