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Welcome to Inyo County Education:
Where Learning Connects

The Inyo County Office of Education (ICOE) is dedicated to serving our students, families, and professionals through a diverse array of programs. We provide essential student support services, including special education and early childhood programs, manage necessary fiscal and administrative services for our districts, and offer robust professional development to inspire and equip our educators. Explore our links below to find the resources and support you need today.

Take an Adult Education Class

Classes are free for Inyo County residents aged 18 and older. Programs include English as a Second Language, High School Equivalency, and Computer Literacy.

Schedule a Livescan Fingerprint Appointment

ICOE offers Live Scan Fingerprint services for those seeking employment within our school districts and for the public as well. By appointment only.

Rent the Adventure Center

The Sierra Adventure Center is a nonprofit campus available to rent with camp-style dorms, staff housing for eight, and a central kitchen and dining hall seating 125.

Find a Child Care Provider

Finding the right child care provider can be challenging; however, we are here to support you in your search with referrals to licensed family child care home providers and center-based providers in Inyo County.

Find Your School

Six school districts in Inyo County serve students from TK through 12th grade, providing diverse educational opportunities across our rural communities.

Become a Substitute Teacher

Inyo County has a shortage of qualified substitute teachers. If you would like to work with students while maintaining the freedom to choose when and where you are willing to work, we encourage you to apply.

Inyo Promise

Inyo County graduates have two supported pathways—with enrollment, transfer, and financial assistance—for higher education at Cerro Coso Community College, Bishop and University of Nevada, Reno

Apply for State Preschool

Our state preschool program offers the opportunity for income subsidized state preschool to families who are eligible at Big Pine, Lone Pine, Round Valley, and Bishop.

Your Community Hub

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Explore the Community Compass – a new website with an extensive list of resources and services to help and support families in Inyo County. Includes:

  • housing and utilities
  • food and household goods
  • physical and mental health
  • education and employment
  • community calendar
  • children and families

Community Compass

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A Message From the Superintendent:
Education in the Eastern Sierra

Welcome to the Inyo County Office of Education (ICOE)! Situated in the beautiful and expansive Eastern Sierra, ICOE provides leadership, support, and oversight to our school districts. As your elected Superintendent, my role is to champion a long-standing tradition of educational excellence by providing vital services—from fiscal oversight and professional development to the implementation of regional student programs. We are dedicated to promoting, supporting, and inspiring high-quality learning for every student, and we invite you to explore the outstanding achievements of our schools.
 

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Inyo County School Districts

Six school districts in Inyo County serve students from TK through 12th grade, providing diverse educational opportunities across our rural communities.
 

Find Your School