CSEA was formed in 1927 when a determined group of Oakland custodians came together to support an elderly custodian who couldnt afford to retire because public schools had no pension plan for such employees. This small group of custodians saw the need to gain rights and benefits for themselves and other school employees, and began the organization to achieve this goal.

The 13th Annual California Paraeducator Conference The Best Solution, will be held in Sacramento, California on March 25 - 27, 2010. The conference will be located in the Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J Street. Vendors, educational and community service organizations are encouraged to apply for booth space in the conference exhibit area.