Dr. Deneen Guss, County Superintendent of Schools
Recognitions and Events
Employees of the Month
The Monterey County Office of Education selects one employee of the month each month in the categories of Management, Classified, and Certificated employees. This recognition page showcases our Employees of the Month for the past 12 months.
Farewell to Friends 2022-23 Retiree Recognition
The Monterey County Office of Education honors all employees who retired in the 2022-23 school year. Please join us in wishing them all a fond farewell.
Monterey County Safe and Healthy Schools and Communities Leadership Breakfast
Monterey County Leaders Gathered in February of 2024 for the Inaugural Monterey County Safe and Healthy Schools and Communities Coalition (MCSHSCC) Leadership Breakfast.
2024 Monterey County Safe and Healthy Schools and Communities Coalition Leadership Breakfast
Teacher of the Year and Classified School Employee of the Year Awards
The Monterey County Office of Education honors our highly esteemed countywide Teacher of the Year and Classified School Employee of the Year every year in each of our thirteen categories. All honorees were awarded in spring of 2024. In addition, all awardees will receive a $500 cash award made possible by the generous sponsorship of Chevron.
Years of Service
MCOE honors its employees annually for their years of service. Employees are honored beginning at 5 years of service and every 5 years to follow. Each employee is recognized with a certificate and a pin.