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Schools Program Alliance (SPA) is an association of school Joint Powers Authorities (JPAs) formed to contract for goods and services on a group basis, focused primarily on insurance and risk management services.

First formed in 2020, SPA is not a legal entity separate from its members, but a Joint Powers Authority that exists to provide cost-effective programs and services to manage property, liability, Workers’ Compensation, services.

SPA currently offers Property and Liability Programs as well as a variety of risk management services, including training and loss prevention services focused on wildfire risk assessment and mitigation.

The Agenda and materials provided to Executive Committee Members for their review or use at the Meeting are available
for inspection during regular business hours at the Schools Insurance Authority office located at 9800 Old Placerville Road,
Sacramento, CA 95827 or at www.sia-jpa.org.

In education, change is constant. This interactive session helps employees explore how to adapt and stay resilient when “the cheese moves.” Drawing on the principles from *Who Moved My Cheese?* by Dr. Spencer Johnson, participants will reflect on their own responses to change, share stories with colleagues, and discover ways to lead with optimism, flexibility, and purpose even when times are uncertain.

Participants will engage in reflection activities, team discussions, and a group puzzle challenge to strengthen adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

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Through guided activities and real-world scenarios, participants will strengthen their listening and speaking skills while learning how to turn difficult conversations into opportunities for growth. By the end of this session, attendees will be better prepared to foster a more positive, productive, and collaborative workplace culture.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• – Recognize the difference between positions and underlying interests in disputes.
• – Apply supportive and assertive communication techniques, including paraphrasing, openness statements, and agreement framing.
• – Use a structured interpersonal negotiation process to guide conversations toward resolution.
• – Transform disputes into opportunities for collaboration and stronger workplace relationships.
• – Confidently manage staff conflicts using practical, repeatable approaches.