Evidence-Based Tool Helps Students Become More Confident and Fluent Readers
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ETS. It was written by Beata Beigman Klebanov, a principal research scientist at
CalSTRS FAQ: Supplemental Benefit Maintenance Account payments
Due to exceptionally high inflation, the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS) began sending supplemental payments to a new group
Principal Learning Opportunities and School Outcomes: Evidence From California
Preparation and professional development can help principals be more effective leaders, but little research has examined what specific approaches are
Four Things to Look For in an ELO-P Partner
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School. It was written by Brian LeTendre, Director of Content Strategy
Worried About Market Volatility? Take a P.A.U.S.E.
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Horace Mann. It may seem like there is a lot of news about
Legislature Corrects Error Regarding Requirements for Schools’ Adoption of Developer Fee Justification Studies
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 19, 2022, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2536
Reset Is Needed for Public Education — Start with Respect
The following was written by Oscar Macias, Ed.D., director of Equity, Access and Family Engagement in Glendale USD. Dr. Pedro
Success with School Meals for All
School Meals for All, or universal school meals, means that every K–12 student in California’s public schools is now offered
Parent Bulletin on Fentanyl (Clovis USD)
Clovis Unified School District created the following parent bulletin about the dangers of fentanyl. The bulletin was e-mailed to all
Fentanyl Crisis Among California’s Youth (Sept. 28 Webinar)
California Department of Public Health and Safe Schools for All hosted the Fentanyl Crisis Among CA Youth Webinar on Sept.
CDPH Statewide Naloxone Standing Order FAQs
The California Department of Public Health has issued a statewide standing order to help reduce morbidity and mortality associated with
Ninth Circuit Backs Fellowship of Christian Athletes Over Non-Discrimination Policy
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In a recently decided case, Fellowship of Christian Athletes v. San Jose
California Supreme Court Affirms Public School Districts Cannot be Sued Under Unruh Civil Rights Act for Disability Discrimination
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The California Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court ruling that
60-day Calendar Timeline Chart
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose SPG. Initial and triennial special education assessments are legally required to be completed within 60 calendar
New Law Mandates Schools to Annually Inform Parents of Safe Storage of Firearms
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 21, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB)
Fact sheet: FAFSA and California Dream Act Application
The California Student Aid Commission has prepared this fact sheet to help LEAs fulfill the new state of California requirement
Political Activities and Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Campaign season can be an exciting time for school districts and
How a First-time Principal Led Systemic Change Despite a Pandemic: A Guide for New Administrators
In this article, Deborah Stein shares her journey of being a first-time elementary school principal and how she navigated low
Seven Essential Strategies for Setting Students Up for Success
The following article was written by Gina Arias, Ed.D. Many years ago, I taught at a charter school which served
U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance on Disciplining Students with Disabilities
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance reinforcing
Restoring Teacher and Principal Well-Being Is an Essential Step for Rebuilding Schools
Principal and teacher well-being is a matter of immediate concern for principals and teachers themselves and for the students they
Walking a Fine Line — Educators’ Views on Politicized Topics in Schooling
In a time when simply carrying out the essential functions of their jobs is a herculean task, educators have been
State of the Superintendent — High Job Satisfaction and a Projected Normal Turnover Rate
To examine superintendents’ job satisfaction and short-term career plans, RAND researchers fielded a survey to a randomly sampled set of
Your Mind First: Episode 4
This week, we’re doing a deeper dive on educator burnout with policy researcher Elizabeth Steiner from the RAND Corporation.
Setting Up Classroom Routines? Include Formative Assessment
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ETS. It was written by Caroline Wylie, Principal Research Scientist at ETS, and
IEPs & Special Education At a Glance
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose SPG. Need a Special Education refresher? This handy one-pager briefly explains the special
Understanding MERV 13 vs. NanoMax Air Filtration Technology
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose IQAir Foundation. MERV ratings have become central to the conversation around how to
San Diego Unified’s Summer of Learning & Joy
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose FranklinCovey Education. SDUSD is the second-largest district in California. In the spring of
Transforming School Culture Through Leadership at Every Level
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose FranklinCovey Education Learn how the staff and students at Hickman Elementary in San
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Maine Law Prohibiting Tuition Assistance to Religious Private Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In Carson v. Makin (2022) ___U.S.___ [141 S.Ct. 1987], the United States Supreme
Piggyback Contracts for Modular Components Are Ineligible for State Funding
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Last month, the State Allocation Board (SAB) affirmed its position that
Planting the Seed: Farm to School Roadmap for Success
Building on her commitment to ensuring California children have the best start in life, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced
School Budget Explainer – Santa Cruz City Schools
Santa Cruz City Schools prepared the following budget presentation, which was shared with families, the community and the board. It
New Case Highlights Interplay Between Special Education and Sexual Harassment Laws
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. A recent U.S. District Court decision out of Washington State provides
2022 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
Attorney General Takes Hardline Position on Permissible Use of School Bond Premium
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On May 19, 2022, the California Attorney General (AG) published Opinion
Emergency Planning Rubric for Schools – Kern County
The Emergency Planning Rubric for Schools is a tool to help Kern County school administrators and their teams prepare for
REMINDER: New Fingerprinting Requirements for All Contracts
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Due to lingering questions in the education community, we are sending
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry
Improving Educational Outcomes for All Students
The following article was written by Angela Clark-Louque, Ed.D., Ayanna Balogun, Ed.D., and Eboni White Kemp, Ed.D. Never in our
Emotional Distress Damages Unavailable in Section 504 Actions
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On April 28, 2022, the United States Supreme Court narrowed the
A Small Booklet for Great Success
This short primer on school leadership was written by Rebecca Wheat, E.d., who has more than 40 years of experience
Empowering Students to Report Bullying Threats
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose K12 Insight. This case study looks at results from Temecula Valley USD’s launch
How to Reduce Bullying by Promoting Kindness
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose K12 Insight. In this video, find out how Temecula Valley USD is using
How to Protect Students in Digital Spaces
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. Students today spend more time than ever in digital spaces, interacting with
Cautionary Click Tale: Appeals Court Holds that Online Pop-Up Provides Adequate Notice of Binding Agreement Terms
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In B.D. v. Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (Mar. 29, 2022, No. D078506) Cal.App.5th , the California
AB 469 Implementation Using CaliforniaColleges.edu
CaliforniaColleges.edu provides school districts with the tools they need to comply with AB 469. Whether you’re in a partner district or
Addressing the Youth Mental Health Crisis
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped society as we know it. Besides the
HOPE – Helping Others Pursue Education Webinar Series
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose SitelogIQ. We are living through a time of intense change in our schools,
Tips for Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse
Each year the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team, under the direction of Margarita Cuizon-Armelino, senior director of Member