The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) supports school leaders, educators, students, and families throughout San Diego County, with a particular commitment to serving vulnerable students. Its work spans education, student well-being, school improvement, and essential services for local districts and communities. SDCOE operates and supports schools and programs including Cuyamaca Outdoor School, Davila Day School, Friendship School, juvenile court and community schools, and the HOPE Infant Family Support Program.

It also offers professional learning, educator preparation, curriculum guidance, career and college readiness resources, and support in areas such as multilingual education, special education, early learning, and outdoor education. For students and families, services and resources address mental health, attendance, school safety, foster youth, homelessness, and other specialized needs. The organization further assists districts with financial services, technology, human resources, legal and grant services, and leadership and improvement planning.

Through these programs and partnerships, SDCOE works to strengthen schools and promote supportive, inclusive learning environments across the county