What is CISI
The California Institute for School Improvement (CISI) is designed to help local education leaders get the information they need, save time, share good ideas, and link state educational policy to the day-to-day work of schools.
Information
CISI is organized to provide the best information – across fiscal and program issues– on state education policies from a curriculum and instruction perspective. CISI members receive electronic updates, discounted workshops and a yearly resource book in the Fall. When members call for help and information, a live person answers the phone and every unanswered question is addressed with a call back from CISI staff.
Implications
CISI helps translate state policies into terms that are useful at the local level by assisting members answer their questions: What am I required to do? What opportunities does this create for my school district or county office? What timelines must be met? What funding is available and do we qualify? How does this policy fit into the big picture and to my local context? Where else can I go to get assistance?
Help
CISI members receive up to four hours of consultation by phone to clarify issues or explore options. CISI staff and consultants are experienced, have done the work, and provide accurate answers in a timely manner.
