The Basics

Budget reductions are difficult and complicated and, if approached without thoughtful planning and consideration of impacts to programs and operations, the results can negatively impact local educational agency (LEA) culture and minimize trust within the school community. This

California’s school superintendents and program administrators are charged with the dual responsibility of developing multiyear strategic plans and managing the fiscal resources of their local educational agencies (LEAs). Leadership teams that achieve the greatest success are

As enrollment patterns shift and infrastructure and program needs evolve, local educational agencies (LEAs) must take a strategic approach to facilities and asset management. LEA leadership often finds itself navigating difficult decisions related to facilities, especially as

The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) are the backbone of the state’s funding and accountability system and therefore central to how local educational agencies (LEAs) fund, plan, and monitor services to improve student outcomes

While charter schools are public schools, they operate within a unique and evolving landscape with distinct legal, funding, and oversight requirements. Understanding how charter schools are formed, governed, funded, and held accountable—and the respective roles of authorizers and

Construction can be daunting, whether an entire program or just one project. Knowing where to start and how to navigate the process is key—both for anyone leading the process from start to finish and those managing just one piece of the puzzle. A successful construction program