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Santa Monica is an 8.3 square mile city situated at a gateway to the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational and art venues. Named by National Geographic as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World, Santa Monica is home to three miles of wide beaches and the Santa Monica Pier, and attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Santa Monica`s residential population is approximately 90,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with visitors and employees. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City has reduced water usage community-wide and is working toward water self-sufficiency by 2020, has increased solar capacity, and has adopted policies prohibiting single-use plastic bags and motorized leaf blowers to promote sustainable practices. Partnerships with local schools and Santa Monica Collage have created top-notch educational institutions, complemented by public libraries that are rated among the nation`s best. Outstanding educational opportunities are a prime reason that families choose Santa Monica.
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California`s public education system consists of three levels — state, district and county. Regulations, funding and fundamental policy is established at the state level, while the day-to-day education of students is the responsibility individual school districts. County offices of education are the third level and provide an important support system for local schools and districts. KCSOS does not oversee or govern any one Kern County district, but rather serves and supports them all. Specifically, the Kern County Office of Education audits and approves district budgets, helps formulate new curricula, assists with staff development and training programs, among much more. Additionally, direct instruction for thousands of students is offered through special education, alternative education, Regional Occupational Programs and early childhood education. KCSOS also has the responsibility of monitoring districts for adequate textbooks, facilities and teacher qualifications.