School Law 101 for Teachers

Prepare your soon-to-be teachers with the basics of school law. Comfort yourself by knowing that these very important issues have been addressed by the experienced attorneys before teachers are in the classroom.

Focus:

• Response to Frequently Asked Questions by First Year Teachers
• Overview of Legal Issues, including:
  • Immunity and liability
  • Teacher contracts
  • Special education
  • Student and district records
  • Code of ethics for professional educators
  • Student discipline
  • Complaints policy
  • Sexual harassment
  • Child abuse reporting
  • Student and family rights
  • Technology, copyright, and acceptable use

Note: This presentation can be adjusted for seasoned educators wanting a “refresher” on timely legal issues.

Audience: Faculty, first year teachers, and alternative certification candidates.