The Tuolumne Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is the recipient of ACSA Region 7’s Partners in Educational Excellence Award. The JPA was honored at the Region’s Annual Spring Conference. As a collaborative entity serving multiple districts across our region, the Tuolumne JPA continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to improving educational outcomes, empowering staff, and strengthening systems that directly support student well-being and achievement. Their vision, leadership, and operational expertise have consistently translated into tangible benefits for students and educators alike. The JPA’s work in safety, risk management, professional learning, and coordinated support services has had a measurable and sustained impact on student learning conditions. Through innovative programming, cross-agency collaboration, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of rural communities, the Tuolumne JPA has become a model of how regional partnerships can elevate both opportunity and outcomes.

Congratulations to the Tuolumne Joint Powers Authority on this well-deserved recognition!