California Consortium for Independent Study - CCIS

Independent Study educators, your impact reaches far beyond the “classroom.” 🌟 This year’s professional learning series is designed to spark conversation, share strategies, and support the incredible work you do every day.

From motivating the unmotivated student to building strong connections, designing new curriculum, and hiring and training new Independent Study teachers, we’ll dive into what it takes to lead, inspire, and shape the future of Independent Study.

Let’s keep learning, leading, and making a difference—together.
Take a look at the webinar topics and register for the series at https://ccis.org/events/

Start the school year strong with the CCIS Compliance Team!

Join us for a workshop on the latest legislative updates impacting independent study programs. We’ll dive into integrity, transparency, and accountability—because compliance isn’t just about following rules, it’s about building a culture committed to doing what’s right.

Don’t miss this chance to stay informed and connected with fellow educators.
👉 Register today and save your spot!

Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9-11:00 AM
COST: $249 (Credit Cards only, PLEASE); register here: www.ccis.org/events

Calling all Independent Study teachers!

We know your classroom looks different, and that's why this FREE webinar is designed just for YOU.

Join us for a hands-on training in AI literacy, created specifically for Independent Study educators. Learn how to use AI as a tool to support student learning, save time, and stay ahead in today's digital world.

Register here: https://ccis.org/events/

Don’t miss this chance to grow your AI skills with strategies that actually fit your teaching model.

🎓✨ Independent Study Educators — This One’s for YOU! ✨🎓

You do more than educate - you inspire, guide, and shape the future of every student who walks into your virtual or physical classroom. Now it’s time to fuel your own growth and stay at the forefront of education innovation!

💡 Join us for the INNOVATIONS IN EDUCATION webinar series — a dynamic, practical, and inspiring lineup designed just for Independent Study teachers and administrators.

🔍 Explore powerful topics like:

**What Makes a Great IS Teacher?

**Motivating the Unmotivated Student

**Building Strong Interpersonal Connections

**Communicating Effectively with Students & Families

**Designing and Teaching New Curriculum

**Tech Competency for the Modern Educator

**Hiring & Training New IS Teachers

**Planning Ahead for the Next School Year
.. and so much more!

Whether you're new to Independent Study or a seasoned leader, these sessions will help you refine your craft, build connection, and lead with confidence.

Spots fill quickly - don’t miss out!
➡️ Register now and elevate your practice: https://ccis.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/ccis/eventRegistration.jsp?event=253&
Let’s innovate, connect, and grow - together.

https://ccis.org/news/the-top-10-reasons-we-need-to-teach-ai-in-our-classrooms/

The Top 10 Reasons We Need to Teach AI in our Classrooms | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study The Top 10 Reasons We Need to Teach AI in our Classrooms This last weekend I watched a pretty interesting and, frankly, unusual news segment on ABC News regarding AI in the classroom, unusual for its length and depth for a local newscast. It was a little over 20 minutes long and Journalist Marc Brow...

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-technology/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting education technology, including school cybersecurity.

Changes in Law 2022 – Technology | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting education technology, including school cybersecurity.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-student-services/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting student services, including child nutrition, COVID-19 response, and student mental health.

Changes in Law 2022 – Student Services | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting student services, including child nutrition, COVID-19 response, and student mental health.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-school-safety/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting school safety including child abuse, and fi****ms.

Changes in Law 2022 – School Safety | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting school safety including child abuse, and fi****ms.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-school-finance/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting school finance, including the state budget, the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and expanded learning.

Changes in Law 2022 – School Finance | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting school finance, including the state budget, the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and expanded learning.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-facilities/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting school facilities.

Changes in Law 2022 – Facilities | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting school facilities.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-human-resources/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting Human Resources, including employee background checks, credentialing, employee leave, and retirement.

Changes in Law 2022 – Human Resources | CCIS - California Consortium for Independent Study Covering legislation signed into law affecting Human Resources, including employee background checks, credentialing, employee leave, and retirement.

https://ccis.org/changes-in-law/changes-in-law-2022-governance-and-operations/

Covering legislation signed into law affecting school governance and operations, including Brown Act changes, elections, and state holidays.