1. Negotiators’ Symposium is back in January

ACSA’s Negotiators’ Symposium is back by popular demand. Limited space is still available for this dynamic, hands-on conference designed specifically for K–12 HR professionals and district negotiation teams.

2. Apply for clear credential winter cohort

Need to clear a credential? Or know someone who does? Make sure they know about ACSA’s Clear Administrative Credentialing Program. ACSA is now accepting applications for the Winter 2026-28 cohort. New administrators must enroll in a Clear Administrative Credential Program within one year of their first administrative position. ACSA’s program has served more than 1,500 new administrators who receive individualized, one-on-one, job embedded coaching.

3. Free AI learning series is available on demand

ACSA’s AI Task Force has curated a series of free online learning sessions to make artificial intelligence accessible and practical. “AI Rising: Empowering California’s School Leaders to Navigate What’s Next” is available on demand. Access recordings and materials from all four courses on the Online Learning Center (account required).

4. Home and Hospital Instruction workshop

Don’t miss this virtual workshop that will provide the nuts and bolts for effective implementation of a Home and Hospital Instruction program. All districts are required to offer this program, but how does one ensure it is compliant, well-thought out and implemented, and supporting the needs of students? This virtual workshop will provide attendees with: legal mandates; step-by-step program implementation; and sample handbook, applications, and documents.

5. Save the date for Equity Institute in Anaheim

At ACSA’s Equity Institute, participants will engage directly with experts in the field to challenge and inspire while providing the tools needed to create innovative, inclusive and equitable pathways to learning in our schools and districts. Sign up online to be notified when registration opens.