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Collective Bargaining

Labor expectations are ever present. This learning pathway will equip participants with the tools and insights needed to lead effective and strategic negotiations and contains important information for all levels of the business and fiscal departments, as well as other negotiating team members.

  • August 11, 2026

    Fundamentals of Negotiations

    For many TK-12 local educational agencies (LEAs), effective collective bargaining begins with a clear understanding of the fundamentals. Whether preparing new chief negotiators or team members, or strengthening existing capacity, establishing a strong foundation is critical to
  • September 8, 2026

    Fiscal Framework for Collective Bargaining

    State revenue fluctuations, low cost-of-living adjustments, declining enrollment, and increased pressure from associations have created significant pressures for local educational agencies (LEAs). As LEAs prepare for collective bargaining, they must balance fiscal solvency with
  • February 9, 2027

    Advanced Collective Bargaining

    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