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Step 3: Equitable Access Root Cause Analysis

Guidance and resources for local educational agencies (LEAs) to conduct an equitable access root cause analysis.

Root Cause Analysis Instructions and Tips (DOCX)
Instructions and tips for LEAs to conduct a root cause analysis after reviewing their equity data.

Root Cause Analysis Tool (DOCX)
Template for conducting a root cause analysis.

Potential Root Causes (DOCX)
Lists of potential root causes in LEAs that have disproportionate access to effective, in-field, and experienced teachers.

Questions:   Teacher and Leader Policy Office | TLPO@cde.ca.gov | 916-445-7331
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, March 12, 2024