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Some Highlights of Our Breakout Sessions and One of Our General Sessions!
Day 1 of our conference will feature a general session by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) covering California’s new Permanent Foster Care Rate Structure. Starting July 2025, a key part of this rate structure will take effect, requiring the use of standardized high-fidelity Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment for all youth and non-minor dependents (NMDs) in foster care. This important CANS update will be explored in depth during a breakout session later that day.
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California State Legislative Members Recognize Probation Services Week 2026
As Probation Services Week 2026 begins, California’s probation professionals were recently recognized on both the Senate and Assembly floors for their vital contributions to public safety and community well-being. We extend our sincere thanks to legislators Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen and Senator Anna Caballero who took the time to acknowledge the dedicated work of probation professionals across the state and highlight the essential role they play in California’s justice system.
CPOC Statement on the Passing of Chief Marlon Washington
“The Chief Probation Officers of California are heartbroken by the sudden passing of Chief Marlon Washington of the Marin County Probation Department.
Sacramento County Probation Celebrates Student Successes
From Sacramento County Probation and CPOC Communications.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – July 2, 2026 – Sacramento County Probation recently celebrated two inspiring educational milestones at its Youth Detention Facility (YDF), recognizing the hard work and determination of young people committed to building brighter futures.
Next Up Aviation Brings Career Exploration to ARISE Youth in San Bernardino County Probation
From San Bernardino County Probation and CPOC Communications.
Celebrating the Tulare County Probation Juvenile Detention Facility Graduation, Class of 2026
From Tulare County Probation and CPOC Communications.
VISALIA, Calif. – June 28, 2026 – 11 students at the Tulare County Juvenile Detention Facility reached an important milestone as they crossed the stage to receive their high school diplomas during the Tulare County Office of Education’s annual Court and Community School Commencement Ceremony.
Victim Resources
CA Department of Justice Victims’ Services Unit – The Victims’ Services Unit offers crime victims and their families support and information at every stage of the criminal process.
CA Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation, OVSRS – Provides information on offender release, restitution, parole conditions and parole hearings when the offender is incarcerated in prison. 1-877-256-6877
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County of Santa Cruz Board Recognizes Probation Supervision Week
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — July 23, 2026 — The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed July 19-25 as National Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week, recognizing the dedicated professionals who work every day to improve public safety while helping justice-involved individuals successfully reenter the community.
Yolo County Honors Probation Professionals During Probation Services Week
From the Daily Democrat.
July 24, 2026 — Yolo County recently recognized Probation Services Week, observed July 19 through July 25, by honoring the probation officers and staff whose work strengthens public safety, supports victims, promotes accountability and helps people make lasting change in their lives.
“Yolo County’s probation staff play an important role in helping justice-involved community members build toward a better life,” Chair of the Yolo County Board of Supervisors Sheila Allen said. “My colleagues and I were glad to take some time…to recognize the work our probation team does to create safer and healthier communities.”
The work of probation reaches far beyond traditional supervision. Yolo County probation professionals work in the field, support victims, enforce court-ordered conditions and help people address the issues that brought them into the justice system.
Yolo County probation officers conduct thousands of field and office visits, make hundreds of referrals to treatment and support services and help connect participants with thousands of hours of programming….
“I am deeply proud of our staff, whose compassion, professionalism and resilience define this department,” Yolo County Chief Probation Officer Rachelle Gayton said. “Whether they are working in the field, preparing reports for the court, supporting victims or connecting people with services, they show up every day committed to meaningful, often life-changing work.”
Probation staff also oversee daily operations at the juvenile detention facility, working closely with families, schools and service providers to deliver programming that supports youth well‑being, accountability and successful reentry into the community.
These professionals work closely with courts, schools, law enforcement agencies, behavioral health providers, community organizations and local governments to support programs addressing substance use, mental health needs, housing instability and barriers to education and employment. Probation officers do all of that all while holding people accountable for meeting the terms of their supervision.
“Public safety and community health go hand in hand. Probation professionals are essential partners in advancing behavioral health, supporting recovery and connecting people with the services they need to build healthier, more stable lives,” said Director of the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency Monica Morales. “Their work strengthens families, improves well-being and shows that accountability and rehabilitation are both essential to community wellness.”
