Understanding SB 88: Updated FAQS for School Districts
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. As of July 1, 2025, all California school districts are required to
Critically Conscious Classroom: Mahmoud v Taylor
This episode of ACSA’s Critically Conscious Classroom discusses implications of Mahmoud v. Taylor, the U.S. Supreme court ruling on religious
Who Will Stand in the Gap for the Future Generations?
By Dr. Simone Charles There has been a systemic attack on all things equity-related. Ironic, isn’t it? The very word
Legislature Clarifies Timing of School Impact Fee Collection
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On June 27, 2025, Assembly Bill (AB) 121 went into effect,
Immigration School Site Preparedness Guide (Long Beach USD)
Long Beach USD developed the following School Site Preparedness Guide to help school staff respond to Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Why Representation Matters
A defense of keeping diverse literature and materials in our classrooms By Michael Tapia Imagine growing up during a time
The Educator as Facilitator: My Transformative Year Teaching Intersections of Identity
By Irie Rose De Lilly Last year, armed with only a textbook and a hastily assembled syllabus, I enthusiastically accepted
School District Granted Immunity from Liability After Denying Remote Work as a Reasonable Accommodation
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In a recent decision by the California Fourth District Court of
Know Your Rights Factsheets for Immigrant Communities
Gov. Gavin Newsom has released bilingual “Know Your Rights’”fact sheets in English and Spanish to support California’s immigrant communities. These
Why administrators should become early learning leaders
The following article was written by Dr. Kelly Fountain, director of Early Learning at Lancaster School District. Several years ago,
LGBTQ+ History Month & Pride Month – Resources for Educators
This list of lessons, articles, books and videos for educators can be used by schools and districts looking to celebrate
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Schools
This list of lessons, articles, books and videos for educators can be used by schools and districts looking to celebrate
Strategies for Successfully Implementing AI in Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ThoughtExchange. For insights into safely, ethically, and successfully implementing AI in schools, ThoughtExchange
Signed, Sealed, Liable: The Realities of Opinions of Counsel (Podcast)
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In this episode of Lozano Smith’s Let’s Talk podcast, host Sloan
Supportive LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources: Student Guide
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Welcoming Schools program has developed the following strategies for LGBTQ+ students to find support for
Supporting LGBTQ+ Mental Health in Schools: Educator Guide
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Welcoming Schools program has developed the following strategies for school educators and administrators to support
Understanding Deepfake Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery (NCII) Infographic
This informational handout developed by the Center for Democracy & Technology provides critical pieces of information about Deepfake Non-Consensual Intimate
Strategies for Navigating Attendance Challenges in Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ThoughtExchange. Many schools have struggled with low attendance since 2019. Post-pandemic, the number
Trump Administration Sues CDE and CIF for Title IX Violations
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The United States Department of Education (Department) has determined that the
Powercast: Leading with Vision at Visalia Unified
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. This episode of Powercast: Superintendent Spotlight features the exciting intersection of technology and
Joyful Foundational Literacy Skills: PreK–1st Grade
This guide published by WestEd explores how to help young children become confident, independent readers and writers by developing strong
A Practical Protocol for Working Collaboratively in a Professional Learning Community
By Dr. Gina Arias Over the past decade, like many other educators, I have been provided with multiple professional development
California Legislature Removes Two School District Surplus Land Act Exemptions
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. As part of Assembly Bill (AB) 130, a sweeping budget trailer
Model Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery (NCII) Policy for K-12 Schools
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has developed a model policy on both authentic and deepfake Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery
Mahmoud v. Taylor: Supreme Court Affirms Parental Opt-Out Rights in Curriculum Dispute
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The Supreme Court has held that the parents of elementary school
Ignite Engagement! Communication Best Practices for Building Family Engagement Awareness
In preparation for Family Engagement Month in November, The California Family and Community Engagement Initiative (CA FACE) is announcing a
Powercast: Knowing Who You Are — and Leading That Way
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. This episode of Powercast: Superintendent Spotlight features a compelling discussion on leadership,
Support Teacher Capacity and Attendance Recovery
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Edmentum. In California, attendance recovery goes beyond bringing students back to class—it’s about
Partnering with Out-of-School Providers to Support the Whole Child
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School. In today’s education landscape, schools are expanding their focus beyond
Safer Rides Ahead? SB 88 Imposes Stricter Standards on all School-Related Student Transportation Starting July 1, 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On October 7, 2023, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 88,
From Résumé to Red Flag: District Responsibilities Under AB 2534 (Podcast)
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. When it comes to hiring certificated staff, the process is now
Ninth Circuit Establishes Preliminary Framework for First Amendment Familial Antiretaliation Claims
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In DeFrancesco v. Robbins (9th Cir. 2025) 136 F.4th 933, the United States
Toolkit: Support Strong Early Literacy Outcomes
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Edmentum. As California intensifies its focus on early literacy, backed by the California
The ESY Puzzle: Putting the Pieces Together for IEP Success (Podcast)
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Extended School Year (ESY) services can raise nuanced questions for IEP
Cell Phone Policies in Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ThoughtExchange. In September, ThoughtExchange talked to 31 K-12 educational leaders at the LeadHERship
California Educators: Unlock the Power of High-Impact Tutoring
How can your local education agency implement High-Impact Tutoring to address learning gaps and accelerate student achievement? Learn how during
ACSA’s Response to Governor’s May Revise 2025-26 Education Budget
ACSA’s Governmental Relations team has submitted its response to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s revised proposal for the 2025-26 education budget, which
President Trump Signs Executive Order: Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for Youth
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On April 23, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO)
The Expanded Learning Opportunity (Podcast)
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Elevo. In the first episode of Elevo’s new flagship podcast, Elevating Student Well-Being,
Leading the CTE Charge Through Lessons Learned: High School Administrators and the Future of Career Readiness
The following article was written by Freddy Castro, Ed.D., assistant principal at Cordova High School in the Folsom-Cordova Unified School
Annual Notice of Parental Rights and Responsibilities Requirements, Recommendations, and Reminders for 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. School districts, county offices of education, and charter schools should update
Time to Move Beyond Short-term Solutions in Overcoming Teacher Shortages
A long-term solution is available in every K-12 school district By Greg Rockhold and Hans Andrews “Empowering community colleges
Ninth Circuit Remands Case Involving Disclosure of Student’s Gender Identity to Trial Court
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has
You Never Know When You Are Interviewing For Your Next Job
By Dr. Oscar Macias, assistant superintendent, Instructional Services, Burbank Unified School District. Are you about to interview for a school
College and Career for All: How One District Is Preparing Students to Enter the Workplace
The following article was written by Dr. Heather S. Fontanilla, director of College & Career Readiness at Mt. Diablo Unified
Creating Sustainable Pathways to Success for Opportunity Youth
By Rudy Cuevas, Frank Alvarez, Cathy Brandt, Tizoc Brenes, Sonia Hernandez, Celine Massuger and Helen Whitcher Opportunity youth, defined as
Fresh from California: Building Resilient Farm to School Programs and Serving School Meals Kids Love
California is a state of remarkable abundance — geographically, culturally, and agriculturally. From the fertile soils of the Central Valley to
Speakers, Singers, and Sashes: Planning for a Successful Graduation Ceremony [PODCAST]
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Graduation season is fast approaching and now is the time for
Catastrophe Center: What to Do Before, During, and After Disaster Strikes
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose California Casualty. California Casualty wants you and your family to be safe and
Merging High School Education with Adulthood
The following article was written by Ralph Baker, Ph.D. “Real life is the final test” — Robert Greenleaf, 1977 The