Gearing Up Students for the Long School Day Ahead: Tips for a Smooth Transition
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School. By Julie Lyon With the back to school season underway,
School Districts Will Soon be Required to Adopt Policies Restricting Student Cell Phone Use
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On August 28, 2024, the Legislature passed Assembly Bill (AB) 3216,
Fact Sheet for AB 2927 (Personal Finance Course)
This fact sheet provides information on AB 2927, a bill that mandates the inclusion of a separate, stand-alone one-semester course
Podcast: Just Thinking … About the Unique Needs of Small Districts
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 806 Technologies. Small school districts in California face unique challenges, from limited resources
Building a Comprehensive Suicide Awareness & Prevention Program in Your School District
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. Suicide Awareness Month is an essential time for school administrators, counselors, and
MLR Rebates and How to Handle Them
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. Employers sponsoring a fully-insured group health plan may soon be getting a
How do Districts Ensure Student Safety in After-school Programs?
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 6crickets. One afternoon during the after-school hours, Ms. Ofelia Fitzpatrick, Program Specialist in
Supporting Multilingual Learners in Transitional Kindergarten
This new resource for principals and administrators, Supporting Multilingual Learners in Transitional Kindergarten (TK), written in partnership with Californians Together,
5 Ways to Help Students Navigate Back-to-School Anxiety
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Elevo and was written by Kristen Henry, Vice President, Curriculum & Training. In
The NASSP Principal Recovery Network Guide to Recovery
Founded in April 2019, the NASSP Principal Recovery Network (PRN) is a national network of current and former school leaders
Important Updates Regarding Independent Study Programs
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The 2024 Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill, also known as Senate
Achieving Literacy Success Through Strong Family Partnerships
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Just Right Reader. Literacy development goes beyond the classroom, making at-home reading practices
2024 Education Focus Report
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. The U.S. education system is focused on dual goals: resolving urgent challenges
Awareness: Phishing Campaigns Targeting Public Education Sector
This cyber advisory from the California Cybersecurity Integration Center describes tactics used in phishing e-mails targeting the public education sector
Navigating Post-Pandemic Student Behavior: Strategies for Teachers and School Administrators
By Oscar Macias The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the education system, fundamentally altering student behavior, and
Creditable Coverage Changes for 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. Employers sponsoring any size group health plan that provides prescription drug coverage
5 Durable Skills That Every Child Needs to Cultivate Before Middle School
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Bonnie Hain. As children approach middle
All Things Back to School: Physical, Mental, Social and Emotional Wellbeing
The Office of School-Based Health Programs recently hosted the webinar, “All Things Back to School: Physical, Mental, Social and Emotional
ACSA Response to Newsom Smartphone Policy Letter
In an Aug. 13 letter to school leaders, California Gov. Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone
Key Questions to Inform Your Cellphone Policy
Crafting a cellphone policy isn’t one-size-fits-all. School leaders should consider these questions to help create a cellphone policy that fits
4 Key Questions to Assess Your Expanded Learning Programs
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 6crickets. 1. Is expanded learning a key initiative in your district’s strategic plan
The Road to Relaxation: Managing Stress Behind the Wheel
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose California Casualty. From traffic jams to reckless drivers, it can be stressful on
Maintaining Balance as a School Administrator
The following tips are from ACSA’s Member Assistance and Legal Support Team. We can all agree that there has never
Rural (In)Equities: Building Understanding and Offering Solutions
Every day, rural schools and school districts throughout California face an uphill battle to provide a great education to students
California Bans School Policies Requiring Disclosure of Student Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 15, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1955,
Student Voice Report
This report from Challenge Success reviews quantitative and qualitative data from 2010-2023 examining high school students’ emotional & physical health,
Protecting Students from Discrimination: Updated Guidance from OCR
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
Podcast: Focusing on Educators’ Self-care
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Effective School Solutions. In this episode of the MINDBEAT podcast, Colleen Patterson and
USDA Updates its Nutrition Standards for Schools Nationwide
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On April 25, 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA)
Impact Evaluation of PowerSchool’s Attendance Intervention Solutions
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. The Center for Research and Reform in Education is a research center
2024 Updates: Annual Notice of Parental Rights and Responsibilities
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. As a reminder, school districts and county offices of education should
The Essential K-12 Community Engagement Tool Kit
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ThoughtExchange. Building community trust is essential as school districts navigate polarization, legislation, and
Department of Justice Releases New Rules Regarding Website Accessibility under Title II of the ADA
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. As technology advances, public agencies are increasingly relying on websites, software,
Learning and Leading with Magic: Being a Muggle-born Wizard in the World of Special Education
By Kirsten Carr Walker On a hexagonal wall shelf in my little “cloffice” (endearing term for closet/office), I have a
The Importance of Integrated Technology in Supporting Student Mental Health
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. School leaders face increasing challenges in addressing the mental health crises sweeping
Podcast: AI for School Districts, Part 3: Facilities, Business, and AI
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Episode three of Lozano Smith’s series on Artificial Intelligence for Public
The Importance of Self-reflection and Self-care for School and District Administrators During the Summer
By Oscar Macias As the school year comes to a close, school and district administrators often find themselves navigating the
How to Move On Following a March 15 Notice
The ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team (MALST), under the direction of Member Support Program Director Joanne Godfrey, provides
School Safety Webinar Series: Fentanyl Crisis
On May 21, 2024, the California Department of Education and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond hosted the School
Creative Solutions to Staffing Problems
By Dale Marsden It’s now four years since the COVID-19 pandemic caused an upheaval to our lives and our school
8 Tips for Responding to an Unsatisfactory Evaluation
Each year the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team, under the direction of Member Support Program Director Joanne Godfrey,
Special Needs & Disabilities — Resources for Educators
This list of lessons, articles, books and videos for educators can be used by schools and districts looking to highlight
The Youth Mental Health Crisis: Strategies for Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. “Our young people are struggling. We are in a youth mental health
Re-Envisioning the ECE Workforce as an Education Career Escalator for Women of Color
By Adora Fisher, Padma Ramnath and Robyn Stone “Thank you for the SCCOE support; it is welcome in my heart.
Administrative Foundational Questions for Using Generative AI Tools
ACSA recently hosted focus groups in coordination with the Sonoma County Office of Education and the Los Angeles County Office
10 Ways to Encourage and Engage Millennial Educators
By Sarah Delawder Welcome to the age of Millennials, where avocado toast and Instagram filters reign supreme. But beyond the
California Issues Guidelines for State Agencies Purchasing Generative AI Tools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Building upon the report by the California Government Operations Agency, entitled State
AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit
This free toolkit is developed in collaboration by Code.org, CoSN, Digital Promise, the European EdTech Alliance, and PACE. It helps
New Laws Make It Easier for LEAs to Provide Emergency Medical Aid to Students
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On October 8, 2023, Governor Newsom signed three new bills into
Strength in numbers? Recruiting and retaining BIPOC educators
By Marissa McGee Disclaimer: As a fan of the Golden State Warriors, the views expressed in this article may be