What are the School-Based Immunization Requirements?
An overview of Pennsylvania's school immunization requirements, K-12.
Can School Districts Recover Their Legal Fees After Successfully Defending A Lawsuit?
In what cases can a school district recover legal fees if they have prevailed as a defendant in a lawsuit?
Sweet Stevens Katz & Williams Enjoys Continued Success in the Defense of Employment Matters
A significant practice area of Sweet Stevens Katz & Williams is the defense of various employment matters both in court and in arbitration. Some recent successes are shared.
Record Number of Complaints Made to the Office of Civil Rights in 2015
The United States Department of Education recently released its annual Office of Civil Rights report. The number of complaints made to OCR in 2015 was 10,392 - the most ever in a one-year period.
“I want all the emails.”
Are emails educational records that parents can request at will?
Rights of Transgender Students
LGBT is a growing issue in schools. The firm offers some background on this issue as it relates to Title IX and the recent ruling in G.G. v. Gloucester County School Board.
Language Issues and Meaningful Parental Participation
The IDEA requires that parents be given an opportunity to participate in meetings and discussions related to their child's special education. How does this affect a district's approach when their native tongue is not English?
Manifestation Determination - Detailed Analysis Required
In light of a recent court decision, there are some important things for school districts to consider when conducting manifestation determinations.
Employer Interest May Outweigh Protected Union Speech
If protected union speech creates a dangerous situation, how should the district - as an employer - respond?
Charter School Accountability
Information and guidance on charter schools' accountability can be found in the Charter School Law.