Budget reductions are difficult and complicated and, if approached without thoughtful planning and consideration of impacts to programs and operations, the results can negatively impact local educational agency (LEA) culture and . . .

This course focuses on best practices for organizing the human resources (HR) office and managing HR functions in local educational agencies (LEAs) of all sizes and will explore effective organizational structures, core HR . . .

Course-based independent study (CBIS) offers local educational agencies a flexible way to deliver high-quality instruction through board-certified courses while generating average daily attendance (ADA) based on . . .

California’s school superintendents and program administrators are charged with the dual responsibility of developing multiyear strategic plans and managing the fiscal resources of their local educational agencies (LEAs). Leadership teams that . . .

Beginning January 1, 2027, California public school employers will be required to provide paid Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) to eligible employees experiencing disability due to pregnancy or related conditions. This technical webinar provides . . .

Position control is a critical set of procedures that helps local educational agencies (LEAs) manage personnel expenditures and maintain fiscal accountability. With personnel costs typically representing 80-85% of total expenditures, implementing an . . .

As enrollment patterns shift and infrastructure and program needs evolve, local educational agencies (LEAs) must take a strategic approach to facilities and asset management. LEA leadership often finds itself navigating difficult . . .

This technical course is designed to help human resources (HR) and business leaders effectively navigate the complicated statutory layoff processes for certificated and classified employees. The session is intended for . . .

Local educational agencies (LEAs) collect and report attendance data multiple times each year to meet funding, compulsory education, and accountability requirements. While the criteria for generating attendance are . . .

The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) are the backbone of the state’s funding and accountability system and therefore central to how local educational agencies (LEAs) fund, plan, and monitor . . .

The Governor’s annual proposed budget provides the first critical insight into state and local education funding and policy changes school leaders should anticipate for operational planning and in developing their local budgets.

This course provides practical guidance for managing employee leave in local educational agencies (LEAs), including navigating federal and state requirements, Education Code compliance, collective bargaining agreements, and local board policies. Participants will learn . . .

As California’s TK-12 local educational agencies (LEAs) prepare for the 2026-27 school year, they face a markedly different collective bargaining landscape shaped by coalition bargaining, coordinated campaigns, fiscal constraints, and declining enrollment. At the same time, rising costs and . . .

Local educational agencies develop school calendars, bell schedules, and internal attendance reporting calendars each year to meet instructional time requirements, report average daily attendance for . . .

Instructional time, attendance, and teacher supervision requirements play a critical role in promoting equitable, high-quality instruction and supporting student engagement across California. Because these requirements are closely tied to . . .

For many education professionals, federal compliance is an “other duties as assigned” responsibility—often learned through experience and evolving guidance. Yet, compliance requirements are complex, detailed, and critical, with potential consequences including . . .

Dual enrollment programs provide students the opportunity to meet high school graduation requirements while earning college credit, and participation continues to grow each year. These programs require careful coordination between . . .

Employee disciplinary processes within local educational agencies (LEAs) are governed by complex statutory requirements that demand careful adherence and informed decision-making. This course provides an overview of . . .

The 2026-27 fiscal year introduces new audit considerations for local educational agencies (LEAs), including those for transitional kindergarten and ongoing compliance challenges in areas like the . . .

To receive federal special education funding, local educational agencies (LEAs) must meet Special Education Maintenance of Effort (SEMOE) requirements by maintaining state and local expenditures for students with disabilities. As LEAs navigate . . .

Employee complaints and personnel issues—whether formal or informal—require timely and thoughtful action from employers. Local educational agencies (LEAs) are legally obligated under various federal and state laws to promptly investigate . . .

K-12 education funding is largely driven by a local educational agency’s (LEA) average daily attendance (ADA), making consistent student attendance critical for both funding and learning outcomes. However, absences and emergency events can . . .

The Standardized Account Code Structure (SACS) software is California’s required financial reporting tool for K-12 education, ensuring revenues and expenditures are recorded accurately and consistently. As the system used to report on the use of public funds, a strong understanding of SACS is . . .

Local educational agencies (LEAs) continue to implement California’s reformed independent study laws while meeting growing demand for high-quality remote learning options. This course will break down current requirements and explore how LEAs can design . . .

While charter schools are public schools, they operate within a unique and evolving landscape with distinct legal, funding, and oversight requirements. Understanding how charter schools are formed, governed, funded, and held accountable . . .

Construction can be daunting, whether an entire program or just one project. Knowing where to start and how to navigate the process is key—both for anyone leading the process from start to finish and those . . .

High-quality, compliant special education programs require strong alignment between available funding, appropriate staffing, and student needs. Despite increased state funding, many districts face rising General Fund contributions and ongoing challenges such as declining

Closing the books—also known as preparing the Unaudited Actuals—is a critical process for local educational agencies (LEAs) that differs in key ways from budget development. While the budget serves as a financial roadmap, year-end close requires LEAs to . . .