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 […]
School Climate & Culture
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,
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 Administrators
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
After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools
If your school has lost someone to suicide, After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools offers best practices and practical
Guidelines for Schools Responding to a Death by Suicide
These guidelines from the National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement are designed to help school administrators, teachers, and crisis
District Enhances School Safety With Free-flow Weapons Detection
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Evolv. This case study describes how Spartanburg County School District 6 in Spartanburg,
Educating for a Diverse Democracy in California
California educators, students, parents and community members must stand up for educational approaches that can strengthen our diverse democracy. A
We Tried That, Now What? Increasing Parent Engagement in Our Schools
The following was written by Rosa Guerra, Ed.D., director of MTSS & Interventions in Garvey School District. It originally appeared
Disaster Recovery Resources from California County Superintendents
California County Superintendents’ Technology Services Committee has shared resources designed to help K-12 education technology departments create and implement a
Trauma-Informed Approaches to Support Cold Spring School
Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent/Principal of Cold Spring School District, shares tips for supporting students and staff during emergencies and natural
Dealing with Emergencies from Natural Disasters: Cold Spring School District
Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent/Principal of Cold Spring School District, and Chief Business Officer/Legal Counsel Yuri Calderon, have compiled a presentation
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