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Assembly Bill 104 Explained: Retention, Grade Changes and Exemptions

Gov. Newsom has signed AB 104, one of the most notable bills from this legislative session. The measure contained an urgency clause, which means its provisions take effect immediately.

Independent Study Changes Released

The highly-anticipated language for independent study has been released as part of the education trailer bill, AB 130. This article offers highlighted details of the changes.

Summer of Joy: Strategies to Engage Students and Accelerate Learning

Pioneer-leaders needed to explore new terrain for education

Video: Operating Independent Study and Distance Learning

Watch an update about operating independent study by ACSA's governmental relations team.

New Teacher Support and Guidance from CTC: A Shared Responsibility

Recommendations from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for supporting new teachers whose preparation and induction were impacted by COVID-19.

ACSA Candidates Town Halls

American Rescue Plan Act Specifically Allocates Funding to Vulnerable Student Populations

This alert from law firm AALRR details how funding in the latest COVID-19 relief bill is targeted at vulnerable student populations.

Updated CDPH Guidance, “Youth Sports Q&A,” Effective March 2021

Alert from legal firm AALRR on the California Department of Public Health's youth sports guidance.

How to Prepare New Teachers for the Journey Ahead

Teaching is rewarding, but is often difficult. Here are eight things new teachers may not have learned in their credentialing program, and how administrators can support them through these challenges.

Webinar: In-Person Instruction Legislation

Watch the recording of the ACSA Governmental Relations Department March 1, 2021 webinar on California's in-person instruction legislation.

Best Practices that Lead to Success as an HR Administrator

ACSA outlines 10 best practices for success as an HR administrator.

10 Tips for Superintendents Signing Their First Contract

ACSA's Member Assistance and Legal Support team provides crucial advice for superintendents signing their first contract.

Key Questions About March 15 Notices

ACSA Member Assistance and Legal Support Team answers key questions about the March 15 Notice.

Q&A for Mandated Reporters of Suspected or Actual Abuse

Member Assistance Advocates answer key questions for mandated reporters of child abuse.

Opening Schools During a Pandemic

Opening schools during a pandemic: What we can learn from the small school experience.

African American Networking Event: Finding Power in Our Stories

Erin Simons hosts Ron Williams and Will Ector as they talk about their career path to becoming a school superintendent.

Leading While Female for Equity and Access

Trudy Arriaga, Stacie Stanley, Delores Lindsey discuss promoting and supporting women in their career journey as school administrators.

Empowering Our Voices: The South Asian/Middle Eastern Experience

Parvin Ahmadi, Superintendent of Castro Valley Unified School District, speaks about shared humanity and shares her stories of experiences that have shaped her.