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 […]
School Climate & Culture
Supporting Students Through Immigration-Related Disruptions
School districts and charter schools must inform parents and students of their educational rights, including the ability for parents to
Meeting Student Needs During Immigration Uncertainty
School Services of California has provided guidance for local educational agencies to inform them of their legal rights with certain
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
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
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
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
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
VIDEO: Navigating Immigration Policies in California’s Public Schools: What Educators Need to Know
With immigration policy discussions ongoing, school leaders must stay informed and prepared for potential changes that could impact students, families,
All Means All: Utilizing Student Belonging as a Path to Academic Achievement
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Brenna Pirozok, senior manager of inclusion and
Federal Executive Order on Immigration: FAQs Regarding Impact on Schools
F3 Law prepared this list of frequently asked questions in response to recent federal policy changes to immigration enforcement in
Immigration Enforcement and School Reference Sheet
F3 Law and ACSA have compiled this reference sheet offering tips, resources and legal processes around immigration enforcement in schools.
Your Playbook on How to Support Children, Youth, & Families During & After a Wildfire
This playbook was developed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the North Valley and California State University, Chico, following
Planning Together: A Playbook for Student Personal Device Policies
The U.S. Department of Education has called on every state, school district, and school to adopt policies to guide use
The Costs of Conflict
The survey, “The Costs of Conflict, The Fiscal Impact of Culturally Divisive Conflicts on Public Schools in the United States,”
Promoting a Safe and Secure Learning Environment for All
This guide, produced by the Office of the California Attorney General, is intended to help school officials form practical plans
5 Strategies to Foster a Sense of Belonging as a Path to Academic Achievement
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Brenna Pirozok, senior manager of Inclusion and
State of California Immigration Resources for Schools
The following resources provided by the state of California are available to help school leaders and families affected by immigration
Resources from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center
The mission of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) is to work with and educate immigrants, community organizations, and the
Undocumented Students and Families: The Facts
This document contains information from the legal team at Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost on frequently asked questions related to undocumented
Parents Under Pressure: U.S. Surgeon General Advisory
This U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory released in August 2024 highlights the stressors that impact the mental health and well-being of
Get Smart about Wildfire Smoke – Guidelines for Schools
The California Department of Education (CDE) is announcing updated School Outdoor Air Quality Activity Recommendations(PDF), intended to provide California’s local educational
Creating Comprehensive Safety & Emergency Response Plans for Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. Creating a safe learning environment is one of the most critical responsibilities
Rethinking Suspensions: Restorative Justice, PBIS and More
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Effective School Solutions. In an ideal world, all school classrooms would run smoothly,
Attendance Achievers: Chronic Absenteeism in Kindergarten
Chronic absenteeism in kindergarten continues to be a pressing challenge across California. Chronic absenteeism rates (missing 10 percent or more
Combating Social Media Threat Hoaxes: A Unified Approach
By Oscar Macias In recent weeks, school communities throughout the country have been shaken by a disturbing trend: a rash
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,
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
Navigating Post-Pandemic Student Behavior: Strategies for Teachers and School AdministratorsÂ
By Oscar Macias The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the education system, fundamentally altering student behavior, and
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
Student Voice Report
This report from Challenge Success reviews quantitative and qualitative data from 2010-2023 examining high school students’ emotional & physical health,
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
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
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
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
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
“I See You, I Hear You, I Appreciate You, and I Support You”: Nurturing the Pillars of Public Education Amidst Political Divide
by Oscar Macias, director of Education of Equity, Access, and Family Engagement for the Glendale Unified School District. In the
Welcoming Schools Back-to-School Kit for the 2023-24
Human Rights Campaign’s new educators’ toolkit is designed to help all educators be supportive, inclusive and affirming of their LGBTQ+
HRC’s Project Thrive 2023 Back to School Checklist
This Back to School resource was co-produced by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation in partnership with many of the nation’s
Hemet USD Becomes a Trailblazer for School Security
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Evolv. This case study describes how Hemet Unified School District created a safer
Discipline Procedures and the Assistant Principal’s Office
Whether it is a physical altercation, truancy issue, drug issue, or rumor problem, these situations will enter the office with
2023 Back to School Educator Guide
As you prepare to welcome back students, GLSEN encourages educators to tap into GLSEN resources to make classrooms and schools
Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in California
At least 11 percent of California youth identify as LGBTQ+. These youth have diverse backgrounds and identities, but one fact
Guiding Principles for Creating Safe, Inclusive, Supportive, and Fair School Climates
In March 2023, the U.S. Department of Education released these guiding principles on how to maintain safe, inclusive, supportive, and fair learning
Preparing for Floods at K-12 Schools and School Districts
This resource from the Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) Technical Assistance Center contains a step-by-step guide to incorporating