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New Paid Pregnancy Disability Leave for Public School and Community College District Employees

Starting January 1, 2027, employees of school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, educational joint powers authorities, and community college districts (CCD) will have access to fully paid pregnancy disability leave for up to 14 weeks in addition to existing leaves for related purposes....

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E106 SB 848: New Screening, Reporting, and Training Requirements for Educational Agencies

California’s SB 848 introduces significant new requirements for educational agencies related to ensuring the safety of students. In this episode, host 

08/26/2026

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E102 Understanding Educational Rights: Custody Orders, Caregivers, and Special Education