Williams Act
The Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) supports local schools and districts in meeting Williams settlement requirements, which focus on students’ access to sufficient instructional materials, qualified teachers, and safe, clean, functional school facilities.
Explore the forms, templates, and guidance below to prepare for Williams inspections, document school conditions, and support access to the resources every student needs to learn.
Templates and resources
Choose a resource below. File types are shown with each link.
Inspection planning
Organize school information and coordinate the site visit.
Instructional materials
Document materials, enrollment, and student access.
- High School Instructional Materials and Enrollment SurveyWord (.docx)Record instructional materials, student enrollment, and course sections by subject.
- Junior High and Middle School Instructional Materials SurveyWord (.docx)Document materials and availability by grade and subject. Review the prefilled program lists before use.
- Science Lab Equipment SurveyExcel (.xlsx)Inventory laboratory equipment and student capacity for science courses in grades 9–12.
- Sample Textbook Replacement ProceduresWord (.docx)Adapt a sample statement describing textbook replacement and inventory procedures.
- Principal’s Instructional Materials CertificationWord (.docx)Certify the accuracy of school information and the sufficiency of instructional materials for all students.
Facilities and reporting
Review facility standards and school accountability information.
- Facility Inspection Tool (FIT) GuidanceWord (.docx)Review facility standards, inspection categories, and instructions for evaluating school conditions.
- School Accountability Report Card (SARC) — 2021–22 Reference TemplateWord (.docx)Prior-year template for reference. Use the CDE resources below to find the appropriate reporting-year template.
Find SARC templates and reporting guidance from the California Department of Education.
Learn more about the Williams settlement
For background and statewide information, visit the California Department of Education’s Williams settlement overview.