New PSAC Workshops for Private School Educators   11/20/06

Thanks to Title V of the federal No Child Left Behind Act, the California Private School Advisory Committee, K-12, offers private school educators a diverse array of outstanding professional development programs at extremely modest cost to participants. CAPSO provides information about upcoming workshops scheduled for the months of January, February and March, 2007. (Learn more...)

Pandemic Influenza: Is Your School Prepared?   9/5/06

The possibility of a pandemic influenza during the course of the current school year poses a significant challenge to schools, families and the public. Is your school prepared? (Learn more...)

AB 2613 Signed Into Law   8/31/06

On August 28, 2006, Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 2613, a CAPSO-sponsored bill clarifying the status of private school teachers with respect to California’s overtime compensation regulations. CAPSO provides more information about the bill and a link to a FAQ. (Learn more...)

New Federal Corporate Tax Credit Legislation Introduced   8/14/06

"America’s CLASS Act" proposes the creation of a corporate tax credit designed to facilitate school choice and help public schools. (Learn more...)

IDEA Final Regulations Issued   8/4/06

The US Department of Education has issued final regulations accompanying the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). CAPSO provides links to both the regulations and resource materials. (Learn more...)

Enrollment in California K-12 Private Schools Increases in 2005-2006   7/31/06

Reversing a three year decline, enrollment in California’s private schools increased by 1% in the 2005-2006 school year. "California’s Private Schools: A Portrait of Enrollment 2005-2006," summarizes last year’s enrollment information and provides a comprehensive review of private school enrollment data and trends.(Learn more...)

CAPSO Issues 2005-2006 Private School Enrollment Report   7/31/06

Access a free copy of "California’s Private Schools: A Portrait of Enrollment 2005-2006."
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CAPSO Offers Discounts on Microsoft, Adobe, and Other Software & Hardware Products   5/24/06

Through a volume purchasing agreement, CAPSO members and their affiliated schools, faculties and students may now enjoy significant savings on the purchase of software and hardware from several popular manufacturers. (Learn more...)

CAPSO Elects New Officers   4/7/06

Dr David Ackerman has been elected to serve as President of CAPSO and Dr Jerry Haddock will serve as the organization’s Secretary. Read about these two outstanding educators and leaders. (Learn more...)

IDEA Workshops Draw Over 500 Private and Public School Leaders   2/13/06

More than 500 private school educators and public school officials attended a series of workshops addressing the reauthorized Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act. The programs, which were co-sponsored by CAPSO, the California Department of Education and the Los Angeles County Office of Education, featured a presentation by Pamela N. Allen of the U.S. Department of Education. (Learn more...)

"Life After High School" Guide Available for Advance Order   1/31/06

The transition guides for students and parents, produced by the Los Angeles County Office of Education and available for statewide purchase, is now available for advance orders at a discounted price through April 30, 2006. (Learn more...)