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August 10, 2022

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This comprehensive training session, led by Caitlyn Jung from Capital Advisors and CCIS leaders, breaks down the implications of Assembly Bill 181 on independent study and charter school programs. The session dives into the most recent legislative updates impacting written agreements, board policies, special education provisions, synchronous instruction, and tiered reengagement strategies.

The presentation offers a detailed, line-by-line review of the changes to California Education Code stemming from AB 181. With input from experienced independent study administrators, this webinar offers practical insights into updating compliance documentation and adapting policies to align with new legal mandates. A sample board policy and resources are also shared to help schools streamline implementation and ensure they are audit-ready before instruction begins.

What You’ll Learn

Understand how AB 181 updates California Education Code and impacts independent study compliance.
Identify required changes to board policies and master agreements for 2022–23 and beyond.
Learn which students are exempt from synchronous instruction and tiered reengagement requirements.
Explore new rules for special education students, including required IEP team determinations and signature mandates.
Discover best practices for short-term vs. long-term independent study agreements and timelines.
Review changes in how ADA (average daily attendance) can be calculated and reported under new provisions.
Gain access to updated templates and a sample board policy to support immediate implementation.

Video Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Agenda Overview
00:41 Legislative Updates on AB 180 1
00:59 Changes in Independent Study Programs
04:31 Sample Board Policy and Compliance
06:15 Detailed Document Walkthrough
09:55 Master Agreement and Board Policy Changes
16:57 Special Education and Independent Study
25:05 Tiered Re-engagement Strategies
32:03 Synchronous Instruction and Compliance
33:39 Additional Changes and Recommendations
42:02 Understanding Unmodified Language in AB 180 1
43:14 Clarifications on Independent Study for Non-Public Schools
43:59 Changes to Independent Study Enrollment Requirements
44:30 Addressing Cumulative vs. Continuous Days for Independent Study
46:21 Short-Term vs. Long-Term Independent Study Contracts
48:52 Updating Board Policies for Compliance
59:23 Live Interaction and Synchronous Instruction Requirements
59:54 Special Education and Independent Study
01:00:37 Role of Credentialed Supervisors in Independent Study
01:01:47 Guidelines for Independent Study During COVID-19
01:03:54 Master Agreements and Board Policies
01:14:53 Final Q&A and Closing Remarks

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