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Through partnerships with clients and leading associations throughout the state, you’ll find a wide range of professional development opportunities. We invite you to explore our Frequently Requested Workshop Listing, or any of the specific events below. To connect your staff to convenient trainings and cost-effective professional development opportunities, Lozano Smith offers numerous online training options. For more information on these workshops, or to schedule a training for you, please contact Client Services or your nearest Lozano Smith office.

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

This session will help school administrators distinguish between what constitutes a true student threat and what does not. Participants will explore the legal and practical responsibilities that follow when a threat is reported, including investigati...

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Across District Lines: Renewal and Oversight Challenges for Charters In and Out of Authorizer Boundaries

Across District Lines: Renewal and Oversight Challenges for Charters In and Out of Authorizer Boundaries

This session will examine the legal and practical issues that arise when a continuing charter school operating outside the geographic boundaries of its authorizer seeks renewal or a change in authorizing authority. Presenters will walk through real-w...

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CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

This session provides an overview of the legal framework and requirements of Section 504, including its relationship to IDEA and a district's obligation to provide FAPE. Participants will review evaluation and eligibility requirements, development of...

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CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

This session will equip administrators with practical strategies for identifying, assessing, and responding to concerning student behavior, both on and off campus. Attendees will learn how to navigate threat assessments, apply legally sound and effe...

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CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

This presentation will provide an overview of the most common types of court orders school districts may encounter, such as subpoenas, restraining orders, custody orders, and more. The presentation will provide best practices for handling orders eff...

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CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

CASCWA Summer Learning Institute

Discipline challenges can create turbulence in classrooms, especially for students with disabilities. This session explores how an MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) framework provides a structured, inclusive approach to navigating behavioral cha...

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Conducting Effective Interviews with Well-Trained Hiring Committees

Conducting Effective Interviews with Well-Trained Hiring Committees

This session provides a practical overview of building and supporting hiring committees that conduct consistent, compliant, and effective interviews. Attendees will review the legally required framework for EEO Hiring Trainings, including the role of...

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Navigating the Storm:  How to Succeed in Bargaining in Tough Times

Navigating the Storm: How to Succeed in Bargaining in Tough Times

This presentation will focus on how to succeed in bargaining in a difficult climate. Topics will include building trust, preparation and training with your team, creating a communications plan, and addressing potential concerted activities....

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2026 - 2027 ACSA Superintendents Academy Sacramento

2026 - 2027 ACSA Superintendents Academy Sacramento

This training presents California's open meeting law requirements in a nutshell, with answers to challenging questions by seasoned legal practitioners. Learn the dos and don'ts related to serial meetings, closed sessions, public testimony, agenda set...

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