March 20, 2026
AB 461 eliminated criminal penalties for parents of chronically truant students. Here's what districts must update in SART/SARB procedures and notification letters.
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February 24, 2026
A practical guide to ASES attendance reporting for California program administrators, covering sign-in/sign-out rules, ASSIST submissions, the new CALPADS requirement, and common audit findings.
August 12, 2025
California's Out-of-School Time programs must adhere to strict compliance standards to ensure stable operations and funding. This article outlines effective strategies for managing compliance across staffing, data reporting, and audit readiness to support successful program implementation.
March 24, 2025
How California's Attendance Recovery program works — CDE requirements, implementation steps, and compliance guidance for the 2025-26 school year.
March 19, 2025
How to streamline ELOP and ASES funding audits with best practices for documentation and compliance.
December 20, 2024
Learn about California's ELO-P compliance monitoring process, what to expect, and how to prepare for successful program reviews.
December 18, 2024
Learn how to prepare for California ELO-P audits with essential documentation, compliance tips, and program implementation best practices.
December 4, 2024
California's new bill streamlines afterschool program data reporting into CALPADS system, effective 2025, reducing redundant paperwork.
November 27, 2024
Requirements, best practices & solutions for after-school programs to maintain compliance & funding in California.
November 18, 2024
How to meet 21st Century Community Learning Centers requirements and maintain compliance in afterschool programs.
November 15, 2024
Guide to state and federal regulations for afterschool programs, covering compliance, funding, and management strategies.
November 1, 2024
Compliance in afterschool programs encompasses the essential standards and regulations that ensure children's safety and program quality. This comprehensive guide explores key compliance areas including safety protocols, staff-to-child ratios, activity standards, and financial management requirements. It also discusses how modern technology solutions can help programs maintain compliance while reducing administrative burden.
October 28, 2024
Efficient ELOP reporting is crucial for program administrators looking to maximize funding and demonstrate program impact, but the complexities of data collection and compliance can be overwhelming. This guide explores practical solutions for streamlining ELOP reporting processes, with a focus on leveraging real-time data accuracy and SIS integration to reduce administrative burden while ensuring funding requirements are met.
