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
COVID-19
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
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
School-Based Antigen Testing Program: Next Steps
Step 1 Learn about the Rapid Testing Program: Fill out onboarding form Attend the required Information/Frequently Asked Questions session to
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
Tips for Improving Indoor Air Quality at School
The CDPH has produced a new fact sheet (in English and Spanish) with tips for improving indoor air quality in
Governor Issues New Executive Order Suspending Post-retirement Compensation Limitations
On January 11, 2022, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-3-22, which, amongst other provisions, suspends the CalSTRS post-retirement compensation
Supporting the Educator Pipeline
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, enacted in December 2020, and the American Rescue Plan Act, enacted in
Expanding Early Childhood Education
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, enacted in December 2020, and the American Rescue Plan Act, enacted in
Accelerating Learning Through Expanded Learning Time
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, enacted in December 2020, and the American Rescue Plan Act, enacted in
New Laws on Student Retention Create More Pandemic-Related Obligations for Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 1, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a three-part
Back-to-School Masks One-pager
This handout from Kern County Superintendent of Schools aims to help clarify when masks will be required for students and
Independent Study Changes Released
The highly-anticipated language for independent study has been released as part of the education trailer bill, AB 130. Below, you will
SB 86 AB 86 Schools Response Letter
Several statewide education associations, including ACSA, and more than 50 county offices of education and school districts have submitted this
Small School Districts: Opening Schools During a Pandemic
What we can learn from the small school district experience. Panelists: Dr. Mary McNeil, Superintendent, Needles USD Melanie Matta, Superintendent/Principal, Hope Elementary
Alternatives for Tracking Daily Participation from the CDE
The California Department of Education has provided Local Educational Agencies with a newly updated and optional resource to assist schools
School’s In: Superintendents Share Early Lessons Learned
Watch ACSA and CALSA in a conversation with Superintendents from North, Central and Southern California as they share their
Parent and Staff Guidelines for Distance Learning Instruction
Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost, LLP, and California IT in Education (CITE) have developed sample professional guidelines for distance learning participation
