Ted Alejandre, San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, told attendees the San Bernardino County Office of Education is focusing on three priorities — leadership, advocacy and service — and highlighted programs and events the office says reached students and educators across the county this year. "Our mission at SBCSS is clear, to provide leadership, advocacy, and services to ensure equitable, innovative, and inspiring educational practices across our county," he said.

Alejandre said the county office uses a “cradle to career roadmap” to align K‑12 partners around shared goals and to guide support. He listed several programs and events as examples of that approach, including teacher trainings on emerging artificial‑intelligence technologies, a family and community engagement summit that drew more than 800 attendees focused on equity, a civil liberties program designed to bridge understanding between students and law enforcement, and an annual PBIS showcase that recognized nearly 300 schools for creating positive learning environments.

Alejandre also described programs aimed at specific populations and partnerships: the Beyond the Books project for alternative education students, the East Valley SELPA inclusion summit on accessibility, a student advisory panel that gives students a voice in district planning, and the West End SELPA art and writing showcase for special education students. He noted direct services such as back‑to‑school events, backpack giveaways and holiday celebrations intended to provide students with basic school supplies.

During remarks from local school representatives, one speaker said school staff rely on the county office for timely connections and help. "When I call and ask a question, I get connected to the right people on time right at that moment. Everyone just checks in. How's things going?" the speaker said, adding, "What can I do to support? Like, what do you need? Right? It's authentic. It's real, and I'm super grateful."

The remarks were framed as an overview and status report rather than a request for formal action; no motions or votes were announced. Alejandre closed by saying the office will continue the work through the coming school year and that staff are preparing for the 2025–26 school year with “renewed purpose and commitment to our mission.”