Articles in this issue

• Compassion key to superintendent's success
  Tammy Gabel, superintendent of Black Oak Mine USD, found that her passion as a mother easily transferred into a passion as an educational leader, especially as a female leader.
• Aceves bid for SPI remains strong
  The L.A. Times has reported that Larry Aceves, a former president of ACSA, “has the strong backing of the group he once ran.”
• ACSA issues response to federal Blueprint for Reform of the ESEA
  ACSA has sent an 11-page response to President Obama’s education Blueprint for Reform, finding both encouragement and concern with the plan.
• Budget frustration leads to district message night
  Mark Telles, superintendent/principal of Castle Rock UESD, rallied his school community to send a message to Sacramento that budget cuts must stop.
• ACSA releases Collective Bargaining Manual for Administrators
  ACSA’s Human Resources Council has developed “The Collective Bargaining Manual: A guide for education leaders,” which is now available.
• WASC work important; ACSA seats open
  ACSA is still seeking applicants for two seats opening on the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission.