High 5
Our weekly picks for advancing your career
July 27, 2026
1. Best Practices in Game & Event Management
The CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Game & Event Management presentation offers a dynamic, real-world roadmap for educational administrators responsible for overseeing athletic contests and school events. Packed with practical tools and proven strategies, it walks attendees through key areas such as building an event management team, preparing facilities, coordinating with officials and emergency personnel as well as event workers, executing emergency action plans, and effectively managing crowds. Choose from two half-day, online workshops.
When: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Aug. 6; 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Sept. 3
Where: Online Learning Center
Cost: $49
Register: onlinelearning.acsa.org/courses/game-event-management
2. Enlist in HR Boot Camp
This three-part workshop is designed for administrators, classified managers and other support staff who are new to human resources or interested in learning about the role and function of the human resources department. The presentation will include a detailed calendar of events, procedures and a self-assessment.
When: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Sept. 21, Oct. 5 and Oct. 12
Where: Online Learning Center
Cost: $299 ACSA members
Register: onlinelearning.acsa.org/courses/best-practices-for-personnel-administration-hr-boot-camp-septoct-2026
3. Don’t miss out on Women in School Leadership Forum
Grab your spot at this unparalleled networking and educational experience designed to engage, enlighten, empower and connect women education leaders.
When: Sept. 23-25
Where: Indian Wells
Cost: $799 ACSA member
Register: bit.ly/2026ACSA_Women
4. The Engagement Engine webinar (NEW DATE)
“The Engagement Engine: Rapid-Fire Strategies to Solve the Student Engagement Crisis Using AI” explores how student ownership drives deeper engagement and more meaningful learning. Discover how to leverage AI to co-create learning experiences with students, transforming traditional, passive tasks into choice-driven, voice-centered opportunities.
When: 9-10 a.m. August 27
Where: Online Learning Center
Cost: Free
Register: onlinelearning.acsa.org/courses/the-engagement-engine-rapid-fire-strategies-to-solve-the-student-engagement-crisis-using-ai
5. New supt? Start here
ACSA’s New Superintendents Seminar Series allows new superintendents to tackle current issues in a confidential and supportive setting with the guidance of experienced, successful superintendents over five sessions throughout the school year.
When: First session is Sept. 18-19
Where: In person (see online for locations)
Cost: $3,000 ACSA members
Register: bit.ly/NSSS_26-27
