Advocacy

ACSA advocacy shapes the future of education, throughout California and nationwide.

One Voice for Education

ACSA strives to be the authoritative voice for all matters pertaining to education and its students and leaders.

Our legislative priorities include advocating for leadership, equity, support and investment on behalf of California’s students and educators.

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Find Your Legislators

Find contact information for your California state representatives.

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Advocacy in Action

Read ACSA’s One Voice for Students Legislative Platform and learn about recent accomplishments and endorsements.

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Get Involved

Find opportunities to stay informed, raise your voice and influence education across California.

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Attend Events

Learn how you can participate in ACSA’s Legislative Action Days and other virtual and in-person advocacy events.

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Advocacy in Action

ACSA is pleased to offer a resource to provide ongoing, timely updates on activity in the legislature, the Governor’s Administration, state agencies, and key federal policy and budget developments, in addition to progress in uplifting the One Voice for Students Legislative platform. 

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Power of One Voice: 2025 Legislative Year in Review

ACSA works to influence state budget and policy outcomes on behalf of students and school leaders, advancing its One Voice for Students Legislative Platform.

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One Voice for Students Legislative Platform

ACSA’s One Voice for Students Legislative Platform plays a pivotal role in prioritizing the work of the Governmental Relations team and ACSA’s grassroots advocacy efforts.

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California Legislative Portal

Find information on current legislation, track the progress of bills, and quickly search for law codes.

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ACSA Endorsements

All ACSA endorsement recommendations are approved by the ACSA Board of Directors and regional Vice Presidents for Legislative Action, with support from the ACSA Governmental Relations staff.

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Grassroots Advocacy

Grassroots advocacy, at its heart, is about influencing your local decision-makers by sharing your story and expertise. Find steps and suggestions for how to begin.

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Apply for State Appointments

Learn how you can apply to represent ACSA on state governing bodies, including the Board of Education, CalSTRS and the CTC.

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Legislative Lunch Break

Watch episodes of ACSA’s weekly live show with updates on legislative news, state budget, federal advocacy, and more. Bring your questions and concerns to engage directly with policy leaders and experts.

Legislative Action Days

April 20-21, 2026

Each year, approximately 250 education leaders throughout the state bring their regional teams to Sacramento to advocate for California’s 5.8 million students. ACSA staff, along with experts in the field, will provide members with briefings and guidance on current issues in education as well as offer the tools to directly lobby the legislature. Join us to hear our legislative priorities and advocate for leadership, equity, support and investment on behalf of California’s students and educators.

For more information please contact Kristy Gilmore.

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Coast2Coast Federal Advocacy Trip to Washington, D.C.

April 13-15, 2026

CSBA and the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) invite members to the fifth annual Coast2Coast Federal Advocacy Trip in Washington, D.C. — a transformative three-day event that empowers California’s education leaders to elevate the issues impacting the state’s nearly 6 million preK–12 students on the national stage. This prestigious gathering brings together district and county board members, superintendents and other cabinet-level officials from across the Golden State, providing an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and influencers in the nation’s capital. 

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Principals Playbook

Monthly | Virtual

ACSA’s monthly series is built for busy school leaders. In just 30 minutes, you’ll get the essential updates you need: legislation and regulations on the horizon, new laws taking effect, guidance you can use tomorrow, and smart strategies from principals statewide. Stay informed. Stay prepared. Stay connected.

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Council of Superintendent Leaders

Weekly | Virtual

ACSA’s Council of Superintendent Leaders meets virtually every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Please email Kristy Gilmore in ACSA’s Governmental Relations department to register.

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ACSA advocacy offers school leaders resources and updates on California legislation, budget and elections. Find ways to get involved at the grassroots level and raise your voice for students.

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