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EDUCATION EXPERT BLOG: EDUCATION LAW AND SCHOOL LIABILITY ISSUES

Educating students is not the only responsibility of school districts. Federal and state laws require schools to be proactive about protecting the civil rights of their students and to foster a positive learning environment free from discriminatory harassment and abuse. Several federal laws — Title VI of the Civil Rights...

Parents are responsible for the protection and care of their children, and there may be legal consequences if a parent negligently fails to take reasonable steps to protect his or her child from harm. As with parents, entities and agencies charged with the care and supervision of children are responsible...

Employment decisions in public and private schools should be based on qualifications, performance, merit, and seniority rather than race, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability. One frequently asked question under these circumstances is, “Can I sue my employer for discrimination?” Simply put, teachers and other school personnel can pursue...