Religious Opt-Outs after Mahmoud v Taylor
Law firm Atkinson, Andelson, Loyola, Ruud & Romo (AALRR) have compiled a FAQ sheet to provide California educational leaders with
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State Guidance on Mahmoud v Taylor
The California Department of Education has developed a resource webpage on Mahmoud v. Taylor guidance, which is updated regularly. Below
Signed, Sealed, Liable: The Realities of Opinions of Counsel (Podcast)
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In this episode of Lozano Smith’s Let’s Talk podcast, host Sloan
District Court Mandates Parental Option to Opt Out of Gender Identity Activities in Buddy Program
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In a decision signed on May 12, 2025, the United States
California Dept. of Education Responds to “Dear Colleague” Letter
Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has released a clarification document responding to the federal “Dear Colleague” letter. The U.S.
Key Questions About March 15 Notices
Each year the ACSA Member Assistance and Legal Support Team, under the direction of Deputy Executive Director Margarita Cuizon-Armelino and
Did they really say that about me? And is it defamation?
Every Year, the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team (MALST) responds to questions and concerns from over 800 ACSA
Adopting Curriculum and Related Resources
ACSA and F3 Law have produced a document and associated one-pager on adopting curriculum and instructional materials. The information presented
ACSA | CTA Joint Janus Advisory Q&A
On June 27, 2018, the United States Supreme Court issued a 5-to-4 decision in Janus v. AFSCME Council 31 that overruled over
Top 7 Things Districts Should Know About Civil Rights in the 21st Century
By AALRR, an ACSA Partner4Purpose 1. Undocumented students California’s public schools have a unique mission to serve all students regardless of immigration
How to Handle Common Legal Issues Classified Leaders Face
Keeping schools hazard-free. Guarding against potential danger. Serving as gatekeepers between students and the public. Classified employees perform the widest