SANTA CLARA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Joann Vaars, Ed.D., currently serves as the Director at the Santa Clara County Office of Education, focusing on supporting educational rights and outcomes for homeless and foster youth since June 2018. In addition, Joann holds the position of Senior Education Specialist at Amara, starting in May 2018. Previous roles include Principal at Berryessa Union School District from August 2009 to June 2018, Assistant Principal at Milpitas Unified School District from July 2006 to August 2009, and Teacher at Palo Alto Unified School District from August 1999 to July 2006. Joann earned a Doctor of Education in Social Justice from California State University - East Bay (2017-2019), a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from Santa Clara University (2003-2005), a Master’s degree in English Language and Literature from California State University - East Bay (1995-1999), and a Bachelor’s degree in English/Education from Notre Dame de Namur University (1990-1994).
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SANTA CLARA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
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The Santa Clara County Office of Education's Migrant Education Programs support high-quality and comprehensive educational programs for migratory children to address disruptions in schooling and other problems that result from repeated moves, and ensure that migratory children are provided with appropriate educational services (including supportive services) that address their special needs in a coordinated and efficient manner.