Covers laws and regulations governing schools and educational institutions, including student privacy, discipline, special education, discrimination and harassment, and access to programs and services. Includes guidance on students’ and parents’ rights, school policies, and disputes involving public and private schools, colleges, and universities.
Federal judges are split, with at least two federal circuits applying different standards for when schools can punish teenagers’ speech. Some rulings extend strong First Amendment protection to off-campus and online speech, while others defer more to school safety and disruption concerns. This article explains the key cases driving the divide and what it means […]
An IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a legally required written plan under IDEA for eligible students with disabilities. It lists the student’s present levels, measurable goals, accommodations, and special education services. This article explains who qualifies, what an IEP includes, and how the process works in schools. An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written […]
