New Risk Simplified – Cyber Smart: Phishing
Phishing has emerged as a leading threat to cyber security worldwide. School districts dealing with sensitive data are especially prone to these types of cyber attacks. Understanding how phishing attacks can compromise security and implementing effective mitigation strategies is crucial. We encourage you to review our new Risk Simplified to learn more about these types of cyber attacks and ways to protect your district. Please reach out to John Nichols with any questions.
2023/24 Mandated Reporter Training

Despite the recent conclusion of the school year and the commencement of summer break, school districts should begin preparing for employee training in anticipation of the upcoming 2023/24 school year. Assembly Bill 1432 requires school districts to train their mandated reporters within the first six weeks of each school year, within the initial six weeks of employment, and annually thereafter.

We recommend partnering with Vector Solutions, our online training partner, to fulfill this training requirement. They offer a specialized course titled "Child Abuse: Mandated Reporter Training for California (EDU)," specifically tailored to meet the needs of California school districts. For further information regarding this training or assistance with getting started with Vector Solutions, please don't hesitate to contact Scarlett Sadler.
School Safety for the Industrial Arts
The School Safety for the Industrial Arts guide is a comprehensive resource specifically developed to address the safety of students, faculty, support staff, and guests within Industrial Arts classrooms.

By examining where hazards commonly occur, identifying potential risks, and offering tailored safeguards, the School Safety for the Industrial Arts guide equips educators and administrators with the tools they need to address safety concerns effectively. By implementing the strategies outlined in this guide, institutions can enhance safety protocols, mitigate risks, and foster a secure learning environment. For more information on the School Safety for the Industrial Arts guide, please contact Scarlett Sadler. 
CDPH revision to "Outbreak" definition
On June 20, 2023, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) revised its guidelines regarding identification of COVID-19 outbreaks. The updated definition modifies the timeframe for determining the number of COVID-19 cases constituting an outbreak from 14 days to 7 days. The CDPH also updated its “Public Health Order Questions and Answers: COVID-19 Disease Control and Prevention." Read more about this update on PRISM's Blog.
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