ACSA Region Award Manager Training
ACSA Region Award Manager Training Please click through to view updated training instructions for region award managers. You can also
ACSA Region Award Manager Training Please click through to view updated training instructions for region award managers. You can also
Each year the ACSA Member Assistance and Legal Support Team, under the direction of Deputy Executive Director Margarita Cuizon-Armelino and
ACSA has compiled resources to assist our school communities in the Los Angeles area during the January 2025 wildfire events.
ACSA and F3 Law have produced a document and associated one-pager on adopting curriculum and instructional materials. The information presented
The ACSA Member Assistance and Legal Support Team, under the direction of ACSA’s Deputy Executive Director Margarita Cuizon-Armelino, assists close
Read an analysis of ACSA’s advocacy efforts in the 2022 legislative session, including funding increases and legislative accomplishments.
The California Department of Public Health has provided interim health guidance for school sports and other strenuous outdoor activities during
How do we educate administrators and district officials to understand the role/practice of the school counselor to ensure they are
Episode 5 of Your Mind First focuses on ACSA’s role in addressing the student and educator mental health crisis.
This week, we’re doing a deeper dive on educator burnout with policy researcher Elizabeth Steiner from the RAND Corporation.
This episode focuses on educator burnout, work-life balance and how to create healthier and happier school environments. With guests
Episode 2 of “Your Mind First” features California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. The hourlong discussion covers how to
Watch the debut episode of Your Mind First: An ACSA Mental Health Series. The series will focus on engaging
Step 1 Learn about the Rapid Testing Program: Fill out onboarding form Attend the required Information/Frequently Asked Questions session to
Each year the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team, under the direction of Margarita Cuizon-Armelino, senior director of Member
On Nov. 17, 2021, ACSA entered into an agreement with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) to conduct a search
Tips from the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team On October 27, 2021, our team posted an article on
For the past two years, the Advocates who serve on ACSA’s Member Assistance and Legal Support Team under the direction
ACSA has developed this one-page explainer to help school administrators understand Critical Race Theory.
In compliance with AB 130, school districts and county offices of education are required to provide all of their enrolled
While every administrator has his/her own style of leadership, there are many attributes, characteristics, and practices that great human resource
Toolkit Contents: The Work of the Mental Wellness Task Force Mental Wellness Policy Recommendations Resources for Educators Student academic success
If you’ve already burned through your summer reading list, we’ve got a few more suggestions for you. ACSA asked this
California educators face a unique challenge: teaching the nation’s largest and most diverse student population in a way that’s equitable
By Laura Preston and Nicole Anderson Since 1980, we have recognized and celebrated women’s historic achievements in the month of
This article was written by Bill Tschida, ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team The after effects of a strike are
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Continue crisis communications with all stakeholders In the aftermath of an incident, communication is critically important.
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Call a lockdown Immediately call a lockdown and follow the same process used in your drills.
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Use an anonymous reporting system or tip line All districts should establish reporting systems to be
The first priority of educators nationwide is to provide a healthy and safe school environment for all students and staff.
1. Stand out Maximize your participation by presenting, facilitating, or volunteering for the conference organizer. This is also the fast-track
As school communications continue to evolve, it is time for school leaders to re-think social media strategy. School sites and
California has over 11,000 schools marshaled into 1,000 districts. All of them need leaders with the vision and drive to
Passing a standardized test isn’t necessarily about what you know—it’s about delivering the answers graders look for. That’s a subtle
Most school days rush quickly by, and require careful planning to stay true to lesson plans and time frames. With
Editors of most newspapers provide a readership opinion platform through their letters-to-the-editor columns. These are among the most-read features in
In 2018, ACSA sat down to speak with Thomas C. Murray, who is passionate about digital learning, advocacy, equity and
School leaders need a broad set of skills to succeed. Knowing how to talk to teachers about improving their performance
When students in Laguna Beach Unified School District have trouble learning to read, that’s when Margaret Warder steps in. As an
Legislative action is more than writing a letter. Get to know your Assembly Member and Senator and their staff members.
Regularly scheduled meetings with legislators in their district offices are an important activity. Using this approach, you can become a
Many groups hold annual legislative breakfasts. The formats vary widely and each has its strengths. Following are ideas about important
From its inception, a legislative measure might take a year or more to move through the legislative process. In order
Keeping schools hazard-free. Guarding against potential danger. Serving as gatekeepers between students and the public. Classified employees perform the widest
Things to look for when reading a bill: Bill number On the cover of each bill will appear the bill
With all the new hoops California districts have to jump through, it’s easy to approach district planning as a matter