Featured Events
Special Education Symposium
Trusted, topical Special Education legal information
Presented twice each year, this event brings together Special Education practitioners from across California. Consistent with our focus on preventive law, leading F3 attorneys explore the latest legal updates and offer trusted guidance on complex regulations.
Student Services Legal Symposium
Our annual Student Services Legal Symposium for trusted legal information.
This virtual event is created to provide school administrators with the most current legal information to ensure our schools are responsive to general education student issues and promote a positive school climate for all students.
First Fridays Forum
Join our monthly First Fridays Forum for trusted legal information.
On the first Friday* of every month, join F3 Law attorneys as we cover developing legal issues in Illinois.
Upcoming Events
NSSA School Law Boot Camp and Fourth Annual Conference
October 14-16, 2026 | St. Louis, Missouri
Presented by: NSSA
F3 Law attorneys Peter Fagen, Gretchen Shipley, and Shane Jones will participate in the NSSA School Law Boot Camp and Fourth Annual Conference in St. Louis.
IAASE Fall Conference
October 22-23, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois
Presented by: Illinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education (IAASE)
F3 Law will attend the IAASE Fall Conference, which brings together administrators, educators and specialists to explore strategies in special education and student support services. The program offers educational sessions, panel discussions and networking focused on inclusive learning and improved student outcomes. Visit F3 Law at our booth and connect with the team.
MSBA Annual Conference
October 22-24, 2026 | Kansas City, Missouri
Presented by: Missouri School Boards’ Association (MSBA)
F3 Law is proud to attend and present at the MSBA Annual Conference, which brings together Missouri school board members and education leaders for professional learning, timely updates and networking.
Featured Presentations
AI, Law, and Labor: Rethinking Bargaining
Presented by Shane Jones and Gretchen Shipley
ACCT Leadership Congress
October 21-24, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois
Presented by: Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)
The ACCT Leadership Congress brings together community college trustees, presidents and higher education leaders from across the country. The event features keynote presentations, policy updates, governance training and breakout sessions focused on student success, advocacy and effective board leadership.
ACBO Fall Conference
October 26-28, 2026 | San Diego, California
Presented by: Association of Chief Business Officials (ACBO)
The ACBO Fall Conference brings together California community college business officers and education leaders for collaborative learning, policy updates and practical strategies that support institutional effectiveness. Sessions address budgeting, finance, facilities and compliance, with networking focused on fiscal stewardship across the community college system.
Understanding the Right Delivery Methods for Your Bond Program
October 28, 2026 | 12:00-12:45 p.m. PT | Webinar
As school districts continue to invest in facilities through bond-funded programs, selecting the right project delivery method has never been more important. From traditional design-bid-build to lease-leaseback, design-build and construction manager approaches, each method carries unique legal, financial and operational considerations.
Join F3 Law attorneys Jim Traber and Daniel Zerga for a practical discussion on how districts can evaluate and select the delivery method that best aligns with their project goals, timeline, budget and risk tolerance.
Whether you oversee facilities, business services, construction or bond program management, this webinar will provide valuable guidance for making informed decisions that support successful project outcomes.
CCFC Annual Conference
November 2-4, 2026 | Rancho Mirage, California
Presented by: Community College Facility Coalition (CCFC)
F3 Law will attend and present at the CCFC Annual Conference, a gathering focused on California community college facilities, planning and project delivery. The conference offers professional learning, networking and practical insights for community college leaders and facilities professionals.
Featured Presentations
From Plans to Performance: Design-Build & Maintenance Resiliency
Presented by Jessica Ehrlich, with Fred Diamond of Citrus Community College District, Larry Frapwell of HPI Architecture and Trevor Mason of Cordoba Corporation
ACSA Leadership Summit
November 4-7, 2026 | Chula Vista, California
Presented by: Association of California School Administrators (ACSA)
The ACSA Leadership Summit is a flagship professional development event for California education administrators at the site, district and statewide levels. The program features keynote speakers, breakout sessions on current leadership issues and opportunities to build professional networks.
CITE Annual Conference
November 17-19, 2026 | Anaheim, California
Presented by: California IT in Education (CITE)
F3 Law is proud to attend and present at the CITE Annual Conference, a leading gathering focused on advancing technology in schools and education systems. The conference brings together educators, IT professionals and industry leaders to share practical strategies, emerging tools and best practices that support student success.
Featured Presentations
AI Notetaking: Legal Risks, Compliance Pitfalls, and Practical Guardrails
Presented by Gretchen Shipley and Laura Wagner
From Data to Culture: Tools for Funding, Governance, and Student Privacy
Presented by Maggie Bunten and Gretchen Shipley, panel presentation
Confidentiality and Information Sharing in School-Based Health Care
Presented by Laura Wagner and a co-presenter
Bargaining Over AI
Presented by Gretchen Shipley and Carlos Villegas
Streamlining Technology and AI Procurement via EdTech JPA
Presented by Brianne Ford, Michelle Bennett, Jeremy Davis, David Seabury and Mark Williams
The Big Bang: When the CPRA and Technology Collide
Presented by Cindy Smith
Agentic AI: Addressing New Issues in Your Contracts and Procurement Documents
Presented by Mark Williams
Who Controls Student Data in AI? Legal, Vendor, and District Perspectives You Need to Hear
Presented by Laura Wagner
CASBO CBO Symposium
November 19-20, 2026 | Pasadena, California
Presented by: California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO)
F3 Law will attend the CASBO CBO Symposium, a 1.5-day event designed for chief business officials in California K-12 education. The program features high-level briefings, interactive breakout sessions and peer networking focused on fiscal, operational and strategic challenges.
Connect with the F3 Law team during the symposium.
IASB BoardCon
November 18-20, 2026 | Des Moines, Iowa
Presented by: Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB)
F3 Law is proud to attend and present at IASB BoardCon, which brings together school board members, superintendents, education leaders and education partners from across Iowa. The conference offers keynote presentations, breakout sessions, legal and policy updates, and networking focused on governance, student outcomes, school finance and leadership development.
Featured Presentations
First Amendment Survival Guide for School Board Members
Presented by Peter Fagen, Nate Levin and Lauren Rubio
Legal Eagles
Presented by panel featuring Peter Fagen
IASB, IASA and IASBO Joint Annual Conference
November 20-21, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois
Presented by: IASB, IASA and IASBO
F3 Law will attend the Joint Annual Conference, one of the nation’s largest state education gatherings. The conference brings together school board members, superintendents and school business officials for focused learning on governance, advocacy, equity and finance.
Visit F3 Law at our booth and connect with the team.
Community Colleges for Iowa Annual Convention
December 1-3, 2026 | Des Moines, Iowa
Presented by: Community Colleges for Iowa
F3 Law will attend the Community Colleges for Iowa Annual Convention, a statewide conference dedicated to community college administrators, faculty and staff. The event offers educational sessions, networking opportunities and vendor engagement across key operational and instructional topics.
Visit F3 Law at our booth and connect with the team.
CSBA Annual Education Conference (AEC)
December 3-5, 2026 | San Diego, California
Presented by: California School Boards Association (CSBA)
F3 Law is proud to attend and present at the California School Boards Association Annual Education Conference, a flagship gathering for California school board members and district leaders. The conference features governance sessions, keynote presentations, exhibits and strategies designed to strengthen leadership and support student success.
Visit F3 Law at our booth to connect with our team and learn more about how we support California public education agencies.
Featured Presentations
What to Expect When You’re Agenda Prepping
Presented by Jonathan Salt
Who Decides? Parent Rights, Board Authority, and the New Fight Over School Technology
Presented by Namita Bhandarkar, Lisa Moniz and Gretchen Shipley
Past Events
Title IX Foundational Series
Part 1: Sept. 22, 2026 | Part 2: Oct. 1, 2026
Virtual Training
This two-part virtual training series in partnership with ACSA provides K-12 administrators, HR professionals, Title IX coordinators, and school leaders with practical guidance on conducting effective investigations and navigating Title IX compliance requirements. Attendees may attend either session individually or participate in both.
Part 1: Investigations in K-12 Settings: Structure, Strategy, and Risk Management
Presenters: M. Alejandra León and Brandon Lallande
Part 2: Title IX Compliance Foundations: Legal Framework, Roles, and Risk Management
Presenters: M. Alejandra León and Ali Arman Brown
WW: Legal Updates: Laws, Loopholes and the Latest
September 9, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PT
Virtual Webinar
Join Sara Boucek, Partner at F3 Law, for a timely legal update covering recent legislation, court decisions, regulatory changes, and emerging issues affecting Illinois school districts. Attendees will gain practical guidance on navigating new developments and preparing for what lies ahead in school law.
Sara Boucek will present: Legal Updates: Laws, Loopholes and the Latest
2026 Integrated MTSS Conference
July 28–30, 2026
Wenatchee, Washington.
The multi-day educational event offers learning tracks and collaboration opportunities for district administration, teachers, school psychologists, and MTSS specialists.
Howard Fulfrost will present: Eligibility Is Not Enough: Aligning MTSS Data with the ‘Need for Special Education’ Requirement
2026 SAI Annual Conference
August 5-6, 2026
Des Moines, Iowa
This event, themed “Leading for Tomorrow,” brings together PK-12 educational leaders from across Iowa state to network, share best practices, and prepare for the upcoming school year.
Legal Bites Webinar
AI in Education – Legal and Ethical Considerations for School Leaders
Webinar
April 14, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. CT | 10:00 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. PT
Artificial intelligence is reshaping education at a rapid pace, offering powerful tools to enhance learning, streamline operations, and support students in new ways. At the same time, its use raises significant legal and ethical questions that school leaders must be prepared to address.
Gretchen Shipley, Sara Boucek, and Chaseray Griffin will lead a session in which participants leave with a clearer understanding of the risks, responsibilities, and practical steps necessary to implement AI tools in Illinois in a legally compliant and ethically sound manner.
This event is for school personnel only. Registration must be made with a school email address.
Legal Bites Webinar
Supreme Court Weighs In on School Gender Identity Policies: What California School Districts Need to Know
Webinar
March 10, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. CT
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta is already impacting how California school districts handle sensitive issues related to student gender expression, parental notification, and staff responsibilities.
Join F3 Law for a clear, practical webinar designed specifically for school leaders. David Mishook will break down what the Court actually did, what it did not do, and what steps districts should consider next to stay compliant and reduce risk.
Legal Bites Webinar
When ICE Comes to School: Legal Responsibilities and Action Plans for Educators
March 5, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. PT/2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. CT
Join F3 attorneys Namita Brown and Elizabeth Kelly, who will provide practical guidance for school leaders on how to prepare for and respond to ICE activity. We will cover what the law allows and requires, how to develop clear protocols, how to communicate with staff and families, and how to minimize disruption while protecting students and employees.
Attendees will leave with actionable best practices to ensure their school is prepared, informed, and compliant.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the legal landscape: What authority ICE has on school campuses, what schools are required to do, and where legal boundaries exist.
- Plan and prepare effectively: Best practices for creating response protocols, training staff, and defining employee roles if ICE activity occurs nearby or on campus.
- Communicate with confidence: Strategies for clear, lawful communication with parents, students, and employees before, during, and after immigration enforcement activity.
This event is for school personnel only. Registration must be made with a school email address.
CASH 2026 Annual Conference
February 25-27, 2026
F3 Law is proud to be a dedicated participant in the Coalition for Adequate School Housing (CASH) Annual Conference, a leading program for California school facility professionals, district leaders, and industry partners committed to building and maintaining high‑quality school environments.
Featured Presentations:
Procurement Jeopardy! A Game Show Approach to Alternative Delivery Methods
Presenter: Jessica Ehrlich – F3 Law
Scaling Success: A Systems-Based Approach to Managing a Large Bond Program
Presenter: Jim Traber – Partner, F3 Law
Legal Bites Webinar
Attendance Matters: Child Find Obligations and Special Education Eligibility
February 10, 2026
12:00 p.m-12:45 p.m. PT
Join F3 attorney Madisyn Aleshire to learn more about how attendance intersects with Child Find obligations and eligibility for special education. This session will explore practical considerations for districts and school teams as they address attendance concerns while evaluating eligibility and placement. Our presenter will:
- Address the impact of attendance on Child Find responsibilities and eligibility determinations for special education.
- Provide practical steps and strategies for school teams to consider when addressing nonattendance during the assessment and eligibility process.
- Review the connection between mental health concerns, attendance patterns, and placement considerations under special education law.
Whether you are a special education administrator, school administrator, psychologist, counselor, or member of a student support team, this session will offer timely, actionable guidance to help you navigate complex attendance‑related issues while maintaining compliance and supporting student needs.
This event is for school district personnel only. Registration must be made with a school district email address
Collective Bargaining Challenges in 2026
February 11, 2026
Shane Jones will present at a panel webinar on collective bargaining sharing real-world experience across the negotiating table. He will explore current financial challenges, emerging negotiation trends, and today’s most pressing hot topics shaping collective bargaining. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain practical insights to support effective and informed negotiations. For more information, contact the Missouri Association of School Board Officers (MOASBO) or the Missouri Association of School Personnel Administrators (MOASPA).
AASA 2026 National Conference on Education
February 14, 2026
Gretchen M. Shipley will present Your Teachers Are Using AI. Here’s How to Lead Them Legally and Boldly at a national gathering of superintendents and district leaders from across the U.S., this conference features keynotes, breakout sessions and networking focused on innovation, policy, leadership and student-success strategies.
CSBA Annual Education Conference
December 3-5
F3 Law is proud to be a dedicated participant in the California School Boards Association’s (CSBA) Annual Education Conference (AEC), the premier continuing education program for school board members, superintendents, and education leaders.
Wednesday, Dec. 3
- 2:15 – 3:20 PM
- Topic: Workforce Housing Demystified: Legal, Policy and Funding Tools for School Leaders
- Presenter: James Traber – Partner, F3 Law
- 3:40 – 4:45 PM
- Topic: Budgets, Bargaining and Boards: It’s all about the Benjamins!
- Presenter: Namita Brown – Partner, F3 Law
Thursday, Dec. 4
- 9:00 – 10:05 AM
- Topic: Reporting Gifts and Other Sources of Income: Form 700 Guidance and Reporting Under the Political Reform Act
- Presenter: Brandon Lallande – Associate and Attorney, F3 Law
- 9:00 – 10:05 AM
- Topic: Five to the Front: Five Pressure Points for California Boards and What to Do About Them
- Presenters:
- Namita Brown – Partner, F3 Law
- Gretchen Shipley – Partner, F3 Law
- Diann Kitamura – Deputy Superintendent, Sonoma COE, Consultant, F3 Law Next Level Client Services
- Jessica Ehrlich – Partner, F3 Law
Friday, Dec. 5
- 8:45 – 9:50 AM
- Topic: Five to the Front: Five Pressure Points for California Boards and What to Do About Them (Repeat)
- Presenters:
- Namita Brown – Managing Partner, F3 Law
- Gretchen Shipley – Partner, F3 Law
- Diann Kitamura – Deputy Superintendent, Sonoma COE, Consultant, F3 Law Next Level Client Services
- Jessica Ehrlich – Partner, F3 Law
Legal Obligations in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) with Special Guest Presenter Jennifer Nix of F3 Law
November 3, 2025
3-4:30 p.m.
Join Jennifer Nix for a comprehensive, no-cost virtual training focused on the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in early childhood education. This session will explore the legal foundations of LRE under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), case law, best practices for inclusive settings, and how to support children with disabilities in the LRE.
Legal Bites: Unlock New Opportunities with AB 361 –Expanded Best Value Contracting for California K-12 Schools
November 5, 2025
Join Jim Traber and Daniel Zerga to learn about AB 361, which empowers all K-12 school districts to adopt “best value” construction contracting for the first time ever. This transformative law takes effect on January 1, 2026, and offers a new option to schools planning and executing major construction projects.
Our lawyers will:
- Break down the key provisions and legal implications of AB 361
- Share how this law expands options beyond traditional low-bid contracting
- Offer actionable guidance so your district can prepare to leverage this innovative
approach effectively
Community College Facility Coalition 32nd Annual Conference
November 5-7, 2025
Join F3 Law attorneys at the (CCFC) Annual Conference, which is a premier event for professionals involved in planning, designing, and maintaining California’s community college campuses, offering a vital platform for education, networking, and legislative advocacy.
In-Person at Safe Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento
Annual CITE Conference
November 18 – 20 with Pre-Conference Events Beginning November 17
Join F3 Law attorneys at this conference that brings together all facets of IT, including CTOs and Directors of Technology, Network Managers and Engineers, Database Administrators, Support, and Technicians. We also attract Classroom Teachers, Administrators, and District and County Superintendents.
- Embracing AI in Education: Strategies for Safe and Effective Integration – Gretchen Shipley & Libbi Nelson
- Smarter Procurement Strategies for Schools and Government Agencies – Mark Williams & EdTech JPA Staff
- Navigating Emerging Issues in the Law and School District Data Management – Gretchen Shipley & Maggie Bunten
- The Five Ws of CPRA Requests – Cynthia Smith
- This is EdTech Jeopardy! – Gretchen Shipley
Federal Education Law Certificate Program
January 14 to November 20, 2025
Namita Brown joins the esteemed faculty of the National School Attorneys’ Association’s (NSAA) Federal Education Law Certificate Program. This program offers superintendents, district leaders, and their teams the opportunity to learn from top legal minds.
IASB BoardCon
Wednesday, Nov. 19–Friday, Nov. 21, 2025
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
Join F3 Attorneys at Iowa Association School Boarddesigned for school board members, featuring pre-conference workshops, keynote addresses, breakout sessions on various educational topics, a trade show, and networking events.
Joint ATIXA & NABITA Annual Conference
October 16, 2025
The Joint ATIXA & NABITA Annual Conference is a major training and networking event for professionals in education (K-12 and Higher Education) who work in the areas of civil rights compliance, behavioral intervention, and threat assessment.
Featured Session: Navigating Controversy: Complex Title IX Issues in K–12 Settings – Jacqueline Litra and Panel
Title IX Team Compliance Training
Wednesday, August 13, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Or
Tuesday, September 30, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Given the federal reversion to the 2020 Title IX regulations, institutions must ensure that their Title IX personnel are trained in accordance with those standards. This ACSA/F3 Law training, led by Jacqueline Litra, will cover key components of the 2020 regulations and provide practical guidance for compliance.
Webinar
ACSA Personnel & Negotiations Symposium
Sept. 23-26, 2025
The ACSA Personnel & Negotiations Symposium is an annual event organized by the Association of California School Administrators. This symposium brings together school HR professionals, administrators, and consultants to discuss issues related to personnel and negotiations in education.
- Jordan Bilbesisi, Under Pressure: Workplace Discrimination in a Legally and Politically Charged Environment
- Carlos Villegas, The Long Game: Leading With Union Partners Beyond Crisis, and Conflict, and Secrets, Subpoenas, and Staffing Files: Who Gets What—and When?
- Namita Browm and Lisa Mori, Policy, Parents Rights, and Artificial Intelligence: The Impact of the New Supreme Court Decisions and Educational Programs on “Working Conditions”
- Lisa Mori and Julie Mitchell, Building the Bench: Designing Strategic Employee Training Programs That Grow Your People and Your District
- Gretchen Shipley, Emerging Tech, Evolving Risk: What Every HR Leader Needs to Know
- Chris Keeler, From Washington to Your Local School District: Making Sense of Recent Federal Policy Shifts
ACSA The Women in School Leadership Forum
Sept. 17-19, 2025
Jacqueline M. Litra will present at The Women in School Leadership Forum, which provides an inclusive environment uniting women in education—both current leaders and those aspiring to advance their careers.
In Person at the Hyatt Regency Sonoma County, Santa Rosa, CA.
Student Data: Rights & Responsibilities Webinar
Namita S. Brown and Gretchen Shipley, F3 Law Partners, provided invaluable guidance on protecting student data and privacy during a recent webinar, “Student Data: Rights and Responsibilities,” presented in partnership with CASBO and California IT in Education.
Experience this crucial program in person at CASBO Con 2025! Join us on Tuesday, April 15th, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM for an expanded discussion.
California Association of Suburban School Districts
March 7, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Namita Brown will be a special guest as the Legislative Session is underway, the Governor has issued his 2025-26 Budget proposal, and oversight and policy hearings begin soon. Learn the latest and how suburban district leaders are making their voices heard in the State Capitol.
In-person at Sheraton Grand on J Street, Sacramento with Virtual Option
Equity in Action: Rising to the Moment
March 14, 2025
4 p.m.
Amanda D’Amico to present to the Los Angles Education Partnership on the topic of Using the Law to Address Resistance to Serving Our Neurodiverse Population.
2025 CASBO Annual Conference & California School Business Expo
The 2025 CASBO Annual Conference & California School Business Expo, held at the San Jose Convention Center from April 14-17, 2025, is a key event for California school business professionals to connect, learn, and explore industry solutions.
- Gretchen Shipley and Ed Tech Jeopardy on Tue., April 15 from 8-9:30 a.m.
- Namita Brown and Bargaining Strategies on Wed., April 16 from 8-9:30 a.m.
Every Child Counts Symposium 2025
Jan 13-15, 2025
San Diego, CA
The Every Child Counts Symposium is a learning event for educators, offering workshops, keynotes, and networking opportunities. This conference caters to both new and experienced professionals in student services and special education. F3 Law Attoneys will present the latest knowledge and skills to provide a quality, whole-child education for all students.
Jonathan Read: Ensuring Meaningful Parent Participation; Evolving LRE Standard
Anne Sherlock & Karen Samman: Special Ed Showcase Showdown
Jennifer Nix: Hot Topics/Assessment
Dee Anna Hassanpour and Rebecca Diddams: Navigating Chronic Absenteeism
Cyndi Vargas: Building Trust With Parents: Proven Strategies to Prevent Due Process Hearings & Complaints
Cyndi Vargas & Jennifer Oliva: Inclusion
Collective Bargaining, ACSA Leadership Summit
Nov 14, 2024
San Diego, CA
Namita Brown to present at The Leadership Summit is ACSA’s premier professional development event for school leaders. This annual gathering of educators at all levels of administration is a celebration of the entire profession.
Purchasing and Procurement Pointers and Pitfalls: Legal Considerations
Nov. 21, 2024
10:00 am
San Diego, CA
Sarah Polito will present at The Annual CITE Conference offers a unique opportunity for educators and technology professionals to network, learn about the latest tech trends, and discover practical solutions for improving teaching and learning. This event is ideal for anyone involved in education technology, from classroom teachers to district leaders.
AI Policies in Education
Nov. 21, 2024
8:00 am
Des Moines, IA
Peter Fagen presents at the Iowa Association of School Boards’ annual conference, which offers opportunities for learning, networking, and exploring the latest trends and best practices in education.
Navigating First Amendment Rights in Education: Practical Tips for Educators
Wed, Oct 2, 2024
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Webinar
Join F3 Law for an ACSA workshop on First Amendment rights in schools. Learn to navigate free speech issues for students and staff during elections and policy changes. Topics include student speech, employee speech, board meetings, cell phone use, and protests. Get practical guidance and ensure compliance with district policies.
Critical Issues Facing LGBTQ+ Youth in Today’s Rapidly Changing Political Landscape
Sep 26, 2024
12:30 – 2:00 p.m. PT
Webinar
Grady Jensen, an F3 Law Clerk, authored a brief that was published by the Child Advocacy Institute at USD. His insightful work will be presented at the Institute’s upcoming Roundtable, where he will delve into legal strategies combating bans on gender-affirming care, explore broader legal challenges, and discuss community-based advocacy.
Title IX Team Compliance Training
Date Set Option One
Tue, Aug 6, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tue, Aug 13, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Date Set Option Two
Wed, Aug 28, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wed, Sep 11, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Date Set Option Three
Wed, Sep 18, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wed, Sep 25, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Webinar
The U.S. Department of Education’s revised Title IX regulations take effect on August 1, 2024, and they include some big changes. Ensure your school or district is in compliance with ACSA and F3’s Title IX Team Compliance Training led by Jacqueline Litra, F3 partner and experienced Title IX trainer.
Navigating AI Legal Pitfalls: What ‘Every’ Leader Needs to Know
Jun 14, 2024
8:00 a.m. PT
Webinar
In this 45-minute webinar, Gretchen Shipley will help administrators understand the three crucial legal AI pitfalls their teachers need to avoid and what they should do instead.
Artificial Intelligence and Special Education – Legal Considerations
June 18, 2024
10:00 – 10:45 a.m. PT
Webinar
AI holds tremendous potential for special education to adapt to student needs, including augmenting assistive technology and personalizing learning. It can also assist staff with automated grading, analyzing student performance and modifying lesson plans. The implications of these capabilities need to be carefully considered before using AI tools.
Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health Monitoring – Legal Considerations
May 29, 2924
12:00 – 12:45 p.m. PT
Webinar
Mental health monitoring software can use AI to analyze student activity across web browsing, social media, and email to detect potential threats of self-harm, depression, even suicide. Using this software presents significant questions on the responsibility for districts on the duty to monitor and respond to behavior alerts.
CSEA Letter Panel: Intersection of Compensation and Extended Year Programs
May 22, 2024
1:00 p.m. PT
Webinar
This workshop provides an overview of school district financial obligations to employees working in extended year programs. Representatives from CASBO’s two Premier Partner law firms, including Seth Eckstein, will discuss essential Ed Code provisions and explore various perspectives and considerations regarding classified employee compensation and benefits for work performed beyond the instructional school year.
LRP’s National Institute on Legal Issues of Educating Individuals with Disabilities
May 5-8, 2024
Savannah, GA
Jan Tomksy will present A Year in Review 2023 (and a Look Ahead). Enjoy a fast-paced review of the top recent legal cases you need to know. In her singular witty style, she’ll share her expert insights on how decisions from 2023 impact special education programs, as well as her predictions for future litigation trends and regulatory changes – so you’re ready for what’s to come.
Artificial Intelligence and Business Contracts – Legal Considerations
April 22, 2024
10:00 – 10:45 a.m. PT
Webinar
AI can present powerful tools for school districts, but all software agreements are contracts. Learn the essential elements to consider, including the question of parental consent and the unique data privacy challenges presented for both students and staff.
The Role of AI in Education Services and Legal Considerations
March 26, 2024
12 p.m. PT
The Urban Collaborative Webinar F3 Law’s Gretchen Shipley joins The Urban Collaborative to speak on a free interactive Zoom will cover the emerging field of AI in Special Education, from accommodation requests to assistive technology. Gretchen will dive into best practices for reviewing and adopting tools that incorporate AI; show you how to safeguard student data and confidential communications; and break down the ins and outs of parental consent. We hope you can join this dynamic discussion.
The Garnier Ruling: School Board Members’ Use of Social Media
March 21, 2024
9 a.m. PT
Webinar
On March 15, 2024, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in O’Connor-Ratcliff v. Garnier, which impacts a school board member’s ability to control their social media pages. F3 Law represented and advocated on behalf of the California School Boards Association (CSBA) in the case.
Join us for a webinar with Peter Fagen and Gretchen Shipley, two of the amicus brief’s authors, as they offer insight into the legal and practical implications of this important case.
The Policy & Politics of March Layoff Statutes Webinar
Feb. 21, 2024
11 am-12 pm
CASBO
F3 Law’s Namita Brown is participating in a timely discussion on March layoffs hosted by CASBO CEO Tatia Davenport.
Given the uncertainty of the State’s fiscal condition and impacts of unmitigated mandates and declining enrollment, understanding the statutory provisions and layoff process is essential to 2024-25. The conversation will explore the challenges and obligations of using the relevant statutory provisions.
This event is free for CASBO members with advance registration.
IP at the Supreme Court Series: O’Connor-Ratcliff v. Garnier & Lindke v. Freed
October 31, 2023
Hybrid
American University Washington College of Law regularly invites counsel of record and counsel for selected amici to offer post-argument reflections in intellectual property (and related) cases heard by the United States Supreme Court. These events are held on the afternoon of oral argument before the Court.
Issue: Whether a public official engages in state action subject to the First Amendment by blocking an individual from the official’s personal social-media account, when the official uses the account to feature their job and communicate about job-related matters with the public, but does not do so pursuant to any governmental authority or duty.
Panelist: Peter K. Fagen, Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost LLP, Amicus Curiae Brief of California School Boards Association in Support of Petitioner
Title IX Team Compliance Training
January 16 and 23, 2024
Virtual
This training split into two three-hour segments over two days, is of critical importance at the start of the school year for all site and district administrators to understand appropriate Title IX procedures. It will cover the required components under the new Title IX rules for all Title IX team members, from Coordinators to Investigators, Decisionmakers/Appeal Decisionmakers, and Informal Resolution Facilitators. Topics will include:
- Definition of sexual harassment
- Scope of education programs and activities
- How to respond to formal and informal reports of sexual harassment
- Overview of the policy and grievance procedure requirements, including hearings, appeals, and informal resolution processes
- How to serve impartially, including by avoiding prejudgment, conflicts of interest, and bias (including implicit bias)
- Issues of relevance to create investigation reports that fairly summarize relevant evidence
- Issues of relevance of questions and evidence, including when questions and evidence about a complainant’s sexual predisposition or prior sexual behavior are not relevant.
Presented by Jacqueline Litra in partnership with ACSA.
CAAASA Leadership Academy Training
August 12, 2023
Diane Marshall-Freeman will present on what school superintendents, deputy superintendents and associate superintendents need to know in leadership positions, including political and legal issues confronting superintendents.
Title IX Workshop Series
November 1, 15, and 21, 2022
Presented by ACSA and Jacqueline Litra
CAAASA Professional Development Summit
March 31, 2022
Sacramento Turbulent Times – Managing Meetings and Media
Presented by Diane Marshall-Freeman
CASBO Annual Conference & School Business Expo
March 29 – April 1, 2022
Sacramento Shedding Light on School Energy Projects & Procurements
Presented by Jessica Ehrlich, Sarah Polito
ACSA Negotiators’ Symposium
January 19 – 21, 2022 San Diego
Release Time, Association Leave or Union Officer Leave?
Presented by Carlos Villegas
Luncheon Keynote
Presented by Chris Keeler
What’s the Word? Communication Tips During Negotiations
Presented by Jordan Bilbeisi, Terilyn Finders
Layoffs and Reductions in Hours After AB 438
Presented by Elizabeth (Lisa) Mori, Seth Eckstein
Tips for Preparing Cabinet and Board for Negotiations
Presented by Peter Fagen, Terilyn Finders
How to Make Yourself Useful and Your Team More Effective at the Table
Presented by Peter Fagen, Jordan Bilbeisi
ACSA Every Child Counts Symposium
January 12 – 14, 2022 Palm Desert
Busy Intersection: Where HR and Special Education Intersect
Presented by Namita Brown, Summer Dalessandro
Table Talks
Presented by Dee Ann Hassanpour, Laurie Reynolds, Lyndsy Rodgers, Elizabeth Schwartz, Lenore Silverman, Ankita Thakkar, Madisyn Ukrainetz
My Name Is: A Legal and Practical Framework for Affirming Students’ Identities
Presented by Wes Parsons
Yes? No? None of the Above? Navigating Parental Consent
Presented by Jonathan Read
Legislative Review
Presented by Cynthia Vargas
Title IX Sexual Harassment
Presented by Jacqueline Litra
Reopening Schools Webinar
Friday, August 28, 2020
Surplus Property Webinar
Thursday, September 3, 2020