Form CEA

Costs and times
SSC Clients: $165 per attendee
Non-clients: $330 per attendee
Program Begins: 10:00 AM
Program Ends: 11:30 AM
Presenters
Matt Phillips, CPA Associate Vice President
Linettte Hodson
Linette Hodson Director, Management Consulting Services

The Form CEA (Current Expense of Education) measures the annual spending requirement for school districts based on a law that has been unchanged for decades. While the intention of the form is good, the practicality and applicability of the form is waning as nearly 60% of elementary school districts statewide are not able to meet the minimum spending percentages required by law.

The way students are educated has morphed since the implementation of this form, and the educational approaches have shifted drastically as funding streams have changed. The education system absorbed the impact of a once-in-a-generation pandemic, and there is an increased focus on social and mental health supports. Many of the wraparound services provided today actually serve as a detriment to compliance with this law.

This roundtable will allow practitioners to gain a better understanding of law, how the form works, and learn tips and tricks for maintaining compliance with the law. Participants will be able to engage in a dialogue with the presenters and address questions in real time.

Who Should Attend

  • Chief business officials, fiscal directors, and other fiscal staff who may be responsible for completing this form

The roundtable format provides for a presentation and live Q&A where attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with the presenters.

Cancellation Policy 

What You’ll Learn

  • Format of the Form CEA
  • How to effectively use column 4B
  • Navigating the waiver process
  • Most current information available as it relates to state policies, legislation, etc.
Location Details
August 20, 2026
DETAILS FOR THIS LOCATION
SSC Clients: $165 per attendee
Non-clients: $330 per attendee
Program Begins: 10:00 AM
Program Ends: 11:30 AM

Thank you for your business. School Services of California Inc. has moved to credit card payments for this service. Please contact us by email at SSC-Assistance@sscal.com or by phone at (916) 446-7517 if this causes an undue hardship for your organization.