SB 848 and Pupil Safety Requirements
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ChurchWest Virtual
With the implementation of SB 848, California has introduced sweeping new safety and misconduct disclosure requirements that apply directly to K-12 private religious schools. By July 2026, your organization must meet several critical deadlines, including the adoption of formal policies regarding professional boundaries and expanded mandated reporter training for employees, volunteers, and board members. This webinar will provide a clear roadmap for complying with these new vetting and hiring procedures. We will discuss the new statewide misconduct database and how to update your internal protocols to ensure student safety while meeting these complex state mandates. Whether you are a school administrator or a board member, this overview will help you navigate these administrative shifts and maintain a safe, compliant environment for the children in your care.

Employee Discipline, Documentation, and Termination
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:00
Managing employee discipline and termination is one of the most challenging aspects of ministry leadership, requiring a careful balance of accountability and grace. This session will provide a comprehensive guide to navigating these difficult moments with integrity and clarity. We will focus on the power of thorough documentation and the importance of setting clear expectations from the very beginning of the employment relationship. When these foundational efforts do not lead to the necessary changes, we will discuss how to move toward a respectful and compliant termination. Whether you are addressing a behavior concern or navigating a final separation, this overview will help you reduce liability and ensure your actions consistently reflect the values of your organization.

Pay Data Reporting and 2026 Compensation Compliance
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:00
This session will break down the sweeping changes introduced by Senate Bill 464, which transforms annual pay data obligations for employers with 100 or more employees into a system of strict liability with mandatory civil penalties. We will guide covered employers through the immediate operational requirements, including the mandatory separate storage of employee demographic data from standard personnel files and the upcoming transition to 23 highly specific Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) groups.
Following this update, we will pivot to a critical discussion on workers’ compensation audits and the financial risks of worker misclassification. We will explain the strategic importance of correctly distinguishing between employees and independent contractors, and how a single misclassified worker can inadvertently end up on your workers’ compensation payroll audit, leading to unexpected premium hikes and retroactive penalties. Whether you are a large organization navigating new state reporting or a smaller ministry looking to safeguard your budget, this session will equip your team with the compliance tools needed to protect your operations and keep your insurance premiums secure.

Work Classifications & Wage and Hour Laws
2026-08-19 10:00 - 11:00
This session dives deep into the operational complexities of employee classifications and everyday wage-and-hour laws. We will move beyond basic definitions to dissect the rigorous legal tests used to justify exempt versus non-exempt status. Additionally, we will cover the essential wage-and-hour landmines that every ministry must navigate, including strict California meal and rest break requirements, daily versus weekly overtime calculations, the realities of “comp time,” and the hidden costs of split-shift premiums and reporting time pay rules. We will also address critical compliance traps unique to the non-profit sector, including the strict boundaries surrounding hourly employees who wish to volunteer their time.

AB 495 and the Family Preparedness Act
2026-09-16 10:00 - 11:00
This session provides an essential compliance briefing on Assembly Bill 495, the Family Preparedness Plan Act, which went into effect on January 1, 2026. This legislation introduces strict operational and safety requirements for California public schools and licensed child daycare programs to protect families facing sudden separation due to immigration enforcement or unexpected emergencies. We will break down the law’s core mandates, including the absolute prohibition on collecting student citizenship data, the requirement to log law enforcement requests for immigration access, and the mandatory adoption of updated state model policies.

While the public school provisions do not legally bind private, K-12 religious schools, the daycare mandates explicitly apply to all licensed child care facilities and preschool programs, regardless of religious affiliation. We will discuss critical risk-mitigation strategies for every ministry, including the legal expansion of the Caregiver’s Authorization Affidavit for temporary enrollment and medical decisions, and best practices for implementing advanced emergency contact protocols.

The Interactive Process and Reasonable Accommodations
2026-10-21 10:00 - 11:00

Child Protection Plans - Components and Best Practices
2026-11-18 10:00 - 11:00

Hiring Best Practices from Application to Onboarding
2026-12-16 10:00 - 11:00
