ASCIP Virtual Symposium: What Benefits Managers Need to Know to Navigate Through the Pandemic
2022-01-20 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Quick 15-minute segments with Q&A on the following topics:

COVID-19 & Health Benefits Compliance
COVID-19 and Rx: Cost and Treatment Trends
Pros and Cons of Virtual Primary Care: A Doctor’s Perspective
Mental Healthcare Coordination: Resources for Employees, Students and Families
Blunting Medical Cost Inflation: Benefit Plans with Built-in Consumerism

All attendees will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a Disneyland 4 Pack at the end of the session!

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HR Roundtable Webinar-Annual Legal Update
2022-02-03 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
It’s that time of year for our Annual Legal Update. Learn new laws and statutes that apply to our member Districts. Come with your questions as we navigate new laws for 2022.

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP
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Risk Managing Special Events Webinar
2022-02-08 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
We will discuss the proper protocols for evaluating events taking place on or off the school campus. This webinar will cover some common events that are requested and how to risk manage, transfer, or avoid all together.

Target Audience: Risk Manager and Facilities
Trainer: Jackee Munoz, ASCIP
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HR Roundtable Webinar-Understanding School Liability
2022-03-10 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
This Roundtable discusses the general tort theories of school liability, including general negligence, duty, standard of care and how liability is established.

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP
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Human Resources: First Line of Defense for CSA (Part One of a Two Part Series)
2022-03-29 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Administrators and staff representing Human Resources Departments are invited to join this informative overview of effective strategies to imbed abuse risk management strategies in the recruitment and hiring process to increase student safety and prevent child sexual abuse. Praesidium will discuss best practices in reviewing and utilizing applications, references, interviews, and background checks. This workshop will include case studies and discussion designed to help identify red flags in the screening process. Additionally, this workshop will share tips for developing and communicating messaging that deters would-be offenders, such as “abuse will not go undetected at our district” and “preventing sexual abuse of students is a district priority.” The second part of this workshop will focus on effective supervision practices, how they relate to your district’s abuse risk management efforts, and review best practices in collecting and utilizing documentation as part of your district’s abuse risk management framework.
New Resources such as the new orientation packets for walk-on personnel and part-timers, BP on Professional Boundaries, new ACAP training (provides administrators effective strategies to address boundary violations) with staff will be shared to support district needs in safeguarding the hiring process.
Trainers: Ross J. Mitchell, JD, Risk Consultant, Praesidium and Heidi Cisneros, MSW, PPSC, ASC, School Safety Advocate, ACSIP
Target Audience: HR Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Staff, Recruitment and Onboarding Personnel
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Human Resources: First Line of Defense for CSA (Part Two of a Two Part Series)
2022-04-05 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar

Risk Managing your Hazardous Materials Business Plans & Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) Webinar
2022-04-14 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
We will discuss an introduction to manage the hazardous materials reporting requirements using the online California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) software system. Identify the six primary reporting sections, who must report, what information is needed, and reporting methodology and deadlines. Proper storage of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes including labeling, storage, spill containment, and inspection requirements for generators. Applicability and implantation of a storm water pollution prevention program (SWPPP) including who must implement a program and basic implementation steps once enrolled. Inspections, sampling, reporting, etc.

Trainer: Larry Neenan, IEL Consulting

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Risk Management District Driver Policies Webinar
2022-04-21 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
We will discuss requirements for a properly risk managed driver program for district owned and non-district owned vehicles and what should never be acceptable.

Trainer: Will Funk, Safety Research Consultants, Inc.
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Working Together to End Child Sexual Abuse Webinar - It’s a KnowGO! Curriculum for Educators to Protect Students
2022-04-26 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, ASCIP will be highlighting one of the key strategies available to members through the CAARE Program (Child Anti-Assault Response and Education). KnowGO is a curriculum and tool kit designed to increase educators and districts ability to prevent childhood sexual abuse by providing students with the critical awareness, skills, and knowledge needed to protect themselves at school and online. The curriculum has been strategically designed to nurture age-appropriate, honest, transparent discussions of safety, promote trust in safe adults and build confidence in identifying unsafe situations. The engaging curriculum and activities increase awareness of grooming behaviors, boundary pushing and potential risky situations—which is key to the safety of our children. The curriculum may be incorporated interactively into the classroom, school-wide activities, and take home family exercises. The combination of the dynamic, vibrant animations and engaging, insightful activities will facilitate a life changing experience for students grades 1-5.

Presenters: Heidi Cisneros, Student Safety Advocate, ASCIP and Suzanne Nasson, Illustrator/Designer, CEO Twist Studios

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HR Roundtable Webinar-Privacy Rights in the Workplace
2022-04-27 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
The rights of privacy for employees is guaranteed by both the U.S. and California; but what exactly does the protection cover? In this Roundtable, we will discuss the scope of employee privacy rights and what an employer is allowed to inspect, open, discover and ask of employees without violating the law.

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP

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Meeting the K12 Cybersecurity Challenge (Zoom)
2022-05-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
School districts have undergone a digital transformation and in so doing introduced themselves to the risk of ransomware, student data breaches, and online fraud and theft. While hundreds – if not thousands – of school districts are victimized by cyber criminals each year, it is only recently that we’ve been able to paint a picture of the emerging threat landscape facing schools. Given limited resources and the realities of district operations, what can K12 leaders do to protect their school communities? What roles can superintendents and school boards play? How can K12 IT leaders prioritize their limited time and resources? As the K12 sector grapples with these and related issues, the key to protecting school communities will be collective defense.

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Risk Managing School/Classroom Purchases Webinar
2022-05-17 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
We will discuss the do’s and don’ts of what can and can’t be used in the classroom to protect the district from liability of unsafe items that can cause injury, such as chemical exposure, fire or electrical hazards.

Trainer: Chuck Clemente, Senior Risk Services Consultant
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HR Roundtable Webinar-Understanding the California Open Meeting Law: The Ralph M. Brown Act
2022-05-19 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
All public agencies are covered by the Brown Act and violating it can lead to dire consequences. This Roundtable provides a general overview of the Brown Act, some common and easy ways of violating the Act, and when matters can be discussed in closed session.

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP

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CSA Prevention for After School Leaders: Keeping After School Programs Safe & Supportive
2022-10-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Protecting students in your care starts with equipping your staff with the skills to notice, interrupt, and report lower-level boundary violations before they become something more serious. Employees and volunteers need practical skills to navigate the many “gray areas” that can emerge from day-to-day interactions common to after school programs. Our innovative, yet practical approach will build awareness of after school leaders of strategies and safeguards that are easily adopted to increase the safety of their program. This training will provide attendees with practical strategies to supervise adults and youths and dramatically reduce the risk of abuse in your school.

Target Audience: Directors, Coordinators, Program Specialists, Leaders/Leads, and staff for after school enrichment or after school day care programs

Trainers: J.Ross Mitchell, Praesidium & Heidi Cisneros, ASCIP

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CSA Prevention: Reinforcing Safety in Athletics and Extracurricular Programs
2022-10-27 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
This presentation provides leaders of athletics and other extra-curricular programs with a foundational understanding of sexual abuse in their unique school settings and best practices in supervising and supporting staff and students. Praesidium will also share industry trends, case studies, and provide a collaborative opportunity to explore child sexual abuse prevention strategies, and victim support as well as
due diligence in following through with reporting mandates.
This presentation includes practical instruction on best practices that reinforce key safeguards and strategies to ensure extra-curricular activities are safe for all students.

Target Audience: Athletic Directors, Lead Coaches, part-time Coaches, Directors of VAPA, ASB, and Advisors for extra-curricular programs

Trainers: J.Ross Mitchell, Praesidium & Heidi Cisneros, ASCIP

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Title IX for Administrators - Updates, Strategies, and Investigations
2022-11-10 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Understanding the many facets of Title IX mandates and best practices for investigations can be challenging for both veteran and newly appointed administrators. This training will provide an overview of the key elements of Title IX, clarify common misinformation, and recommend the best protocols and processes for effective response and follow up. The expertise that will be provided in this presentation will build the” know how” needed to appropriately support victims and confidently move forward with investigations and meeting the mandates of Title IX.

Target Audience: School Administrators, District Risk Management Directors/Coordinators, Title IX Investigators/Coordinators, Directors of Discipline/CWA, School Police

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP

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ASCIP’s Annual Codes, Regulations, and Compliance Review Webinar
2022-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Alliance of Schools for Cooperative Insurance Programs (ASCIP), School Services of California, Inc. (SSC) and Schools Excess Liability Fund (SELF) have partnered to ensure that you are aware of new codes and regulations having a significant impact on your agency. This webinar will provide an overview of this year’s legislative session. We’ll review the top key bills signed this year that will have a direct impact on your organization. During the discussion, we will take a deep dive into the effect of these regulations and offer implementation strategies to assist you with compliance. Those who attend will leave with up-to-date knowledge of the latest education related codes and regulations in the areas of business and finance, human resources, student services, facilities, health benefits, and health and safety.

Trainers: Chuck Clemente, Senior Risk Services Consultants, ASCIP, Leilani Aguinaldo, Director, Governmental Relations, SSC & Lois Gormley, Director of Communications and Member Services, SELF

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HR Roundtable Webinar-Employee Wellness and Mental Disabilities at Work
2022-11-16 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Webinar
Mental disabilities are one of those hidden disabilities rarely discussed in the workplace but oftentimes, will manifest at work in unexpected ways. Learn how to stay in compliance with the law in managing mental disabilities at work and identify potential ways of addressing work limitations as a result of mental disabilities.

Trainer: Kristine Kwong, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP

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Comprehensive School Safety Plan Training. This is Part 1 in a 3-part series.
2022-11-29 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | ASCIP Training Room, 12610 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, CA, 90703, United States
All California public schools (K- 12th grade) are required to develop and maintain a Comprehensive School Safety Plan (CSSP), per California Education Code sections 32280-32289.5. Each CSSP must address the safety concerns identified through a systematic planning process that includes community stakeholders such as school staff, parents, students, and local first responders. The plans should contain strategies and policies to prevent and respond to potential incidents involving emergencies, natural disasters, violence, active intruders, bullying, discrimination, child abuse, discipline, and other safety aspects. The CSSP must be reviewed and updated annually by a school’s School Site Council and adopted by the School Board by March 1 of each calendar year. Come learn about all of the current requirements needed to refresh your CSSP.
In this training, participants will be provided with an overview of CSSP and will learn about the general requirements. The trainer will cover the following sections:

Appropriate Programs and Strategies that Provide School Safety
Assessment of School Crime
Ensuring a Safe and Orderly Environment – Goals and Objectives
Disaster Procedures

Target Audience: Risk Management, Administration

To register, please email Kimberly Kennedy at kennedy@ascip.org

Comprehensive School Safety Plan Webinar. This is Part 2 in a 3-part series
2023-01-10 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Webinar
All California public schools (K-12th grade) are required to develop and maintain a Comprehensive School Safety Plan (CSSP), per California Education Code sections 32280-32289.5. The CSSP must be reviewed and updated annually by a school’s School Site Council and adopted by the School Board by March 1 of each calendar year. Come learn about all of the current requirements needed to refresh your CSSP.
This session will review the following sections:

Provisions of a School-Wide Dress Code
Procedures for Safe Ingress & Egress
Child Abuse Reporting Procedures
Policies for Suspension and Expulsion
Procedures to Notify Teachers of Dangerous Students
Discrimination and Harassment Policy
Rules and Procedures for School Discipline
Procedures for Conducting Tactical Responses to Criminal Incidents

Target Audience: Risk Management, Administration

Trainers: Sherry Colgan Stone, Ed.D., Emergency Preparedness, Security and Safety Specialist

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