California P&C Legislative Summary: 2025 Start of Session
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. The 2025-2026 legislative cycle began on January 6. There have been significant
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President Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Transgender Women from Women’s and Girls’ Sports
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On February 5, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO)
Podcast: Immigration Enforcement and California’s Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In this episode, host Sloan Simmons engages with Lozano Smith’s student
Title IX: Impacts of Legal Challenges and Executive Orders
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On January 9, 2025, in the matter of Tennessee v. Cardona, a
More Time Supporting Students: Leveraging MTSS in Out-of-School Time
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Kate Vincent, M.A., M.Ed., LCSW. We’re
Podcast: Just Thinking … How Networking, Advocacy and Innovation Fuels Success in Small School Districts
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 806 Technologies. In today’s evolving educational landscape, small school districts face unique challenges,
2025 California Education Focus Report
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. This inaugural report illuminates the good work being done to personalize education
Bid Thresholds Raised For 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. According to the California Department of Education Office of Financial Accountability
Still Writing an Improvement Goal for Every District Policy?
Here’s how to save time while still meeting state and federal qualifications This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 806
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
Beginning January 1, 2025, Reports of Egregious Misconduct by Certificated Employees Must be Shared Directly with Prospective School Employers
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On September 25, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2534
Workers’ Compensation Benefits Increase Effective January 1, 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. Workers’ compensation benefit rates are subject to an increase as of January
California Seeks to Ease Homework Related Stress
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On September 27, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB)
Changes in Student and Curriculum Laws: Religious Fasting Accommodations and Menstrual Health Curriculum
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Among the many recent bills passed by the California Legislature and
Attending to Student Absences: New Laws Address Valid Excuses and Truancy Notifications
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Governor Gavin Newsom signed two new bills into law impacting student
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
The Science of Reading for Fun: Inspiring the Next Generation of Readers
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Bonnie A. Hain. “The shares of
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,
Navigating Responsible AI in Education
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose ThoughtExchange and was written by Sarah Mathias Artificial Intelligence (AI) has disrupted how
Until We Meet Again: Attorney General Confirms the Brown Act’s Broad Application to Informal Gatherings
In a recent opinion, the California Attorney General found that a gathering of a majority of the members of a
10 Ways Out-of-School Time Programs Can Bridge Opportunity Gaps and Boost Student Success
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School. By Kate Vincent In today’s educational landscape, we often hear
Podcast: New Title IX Regulations Are Here – What You Need to Know
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. In this episode, host Sloan Simmons engages with Lozano Smith Title
Podcast: AI for School Districts, Part 4: Understanding Risks and Benefits of AI
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Episode four of this series on Artificial Intelligence for Public Agencies
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,
School Districts Will Soon be Required to Adopt Policies Restricting Student Cell Phone Use
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On August 28, 2024, the Legislature passed Assembly Bill (AB) 3216,
Building a Comprehensive Suicide Awareness & Prevention Program in Your School District
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. Suicide Awareness Month is an essential time for school administrators, counselors, and
MLR Rebates and How to Handle Them
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. Employers sponsoring a fully-insured group health plan may soon be getting a
How do Districts Ensure Student Safety in After-school Programs?
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 6crickets. One afternoon during the after-school hours, Ms. Ofelia Fitzpatrick, Program Specialist in
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
Important Updates Regarding Independent Study Programs
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The 2024 Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill, also known as Senate
Achieving Literacy Success Through Strong Family Partnerships
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Just Right Reader. Literacy development goes beyond the classroom, making at-home reading practices
2024 Education Focus Report
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. The U.S. education system is focused on dual goals: resolving urgent challenges
Creditable Coverage Changes for 2025
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. Employers sponsoring any size group health plan that provides prescription drug coverage
5 Durable Skills That Every Child Needs to Cultivate Before Middle School
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Right At School and was written by Bonnie Hain. As children approach middle
4 Key Questions to Assess Your Expanded Learning Programs
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 6crickets. 1. Is expanded learning a key initiative in your district’s strategic plan
The Road to Relaxation: Managing Stress Behind the Wheel
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose California Casualty. From traffic jams to reckless drivers, it can be stressful on
California Bans School Policies Requiring Disclosure of Student Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 15, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1955,
Protecting Students from Discrimination: Updated Guidance from OCR
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. The United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
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
USDA Updates its Nutrition Standards for Schools Nationwide
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On April 25, 2024, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA)
Impact Evaluation of PowerSchool’s Attendance Intervention Solutions
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose PowerSchool. The Center for Research and Reform in Education is a research center
2024 Updates: Annual Notice of Parental Rights and Responsibilities
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. As a reminder, school districts and county offices of education should
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
Department of Justice Releases New Rules Regarding Website Accessibility under Title II of the ADA
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. As technology advances, public agencies are increasingly relying on websites, software,
The Importance of Integrated Technology in Supporting Student Mental Health
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. School leaders face increasing challenges in addressing the mental health crises sweeping
Podcast: AI for School Districts, Part 3: Facilities, Business, and AI
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Episode three of Lozano Smith’s series on Artificial Intelligence for Public
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
Administrative Foundational Questions for Using Generative AI Tools
ACSA recently hosted focus groups in coordination with the Sonoma County Office of Education and the Los Angeles County Office
California Issues Guidelines for State Agencies Purchasing Generative AI Tools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Building upon the report by the California Government Operations Agency, entitled State
New Laws Make It Easier for LEAs to Provide Emergency Medical Aid to Students
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On October 8, 2023, Governor Newsom signed three new bills into