Curriculum & Instruction
Welcome to Curriculum & Instruction
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is responsible for the development and implementation of all aspects of the District's instructional program, and the curation and assessment of our TK - 12 curricular and instructional resources. The work of the department is to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality, standards-aligned program that prepares them for success in college and the workplace.
The department coordinates and supports curriculum adoption and implementation processes; course development, review, and approval; professional development for leaders and teachers, including the annual summer Leadership Institute; and the meeting of all state and federal requirements. Members of the Curriculum Department work closely with teachers at all schools to support learning.
Email: cconnor@lvjusd.org
Phone: 925-960-2946
Chris Connor - Director of TK-12 Education
Chris Connor brings positive energy and a passion for making a difference for all students to the role of Director of TK-12 Education. Chris loves to connect with others and facilitate healthy cultures where colleagues and students have opportunities to thrive and learn. Over the past 17 years in K-6 Education, Chris has served as a Teacher, an Instructional Coach, a Vice Principal, and Principal. He is thrilled to be part of the LVJUSD Team and looks forward to developing partnerships with students, parents and staff.
Chris and his wife have two children and live in Livermore. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with family and friends, and exercising.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Arts, Education - University of Glasgow, Scotland
- Primary School Teaching Credential - Scotland
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - California
- Master of Science, Educational Leadership - California State University, East Bay
- Administrative Services Credential
Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSA)
The TOSAs assigned to the Curriculum Department provide coaching to teachers throughout our district to support alignment of practices and to support District achievement goals. The Department plays an instrumental role in the preparation of our district’s annual Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), which sets forth the goals to be achieved for all pupils and student groups, as well as the specific actions our district will take for each student group to achieve academic excellence.