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.
The Federal Rules Amendments and E-discovery: Part 1
Just last month, amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure took effect, which alter provisions for Electronically Stored Information, including e-mail.
Litigation Holds and Responsibilities of Parties to Litigation
Once an entity is on notice of actual or likely litigation, the requirement to preserve documentation related to that litigation is triggered.
Changes in Robo-Call Law Affecting School Districts
The 2015 FCC ruling clarifying some regulations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act has significant potential implications for school districts.
Access to Classrooms
Parents of students identified for special education services are explicitly permitted access to the classrooms of their children; how should public school districts set policies governing that access?
Student Discipline - Due Process Requirements
Different due process requirements must be provided to students for various degrees of discipline.