Public School Law: Teachers' and Students' Rights FROM THE PUBLISHER
Since WWII, lawmakers have significantly reshaped educational policy. Most school personnel are aware of the burgeoning litigation and legislation, and some are familiar with the names of a few landmark Supreme Court decisions. Nonetheless, many teachers and administrators misunderstand the basic legal concepts that are being applied to educational questions. As a result, they are uncertain about the legality the daily decisions they make to operate their schools. A bestseller by the topic authors in this subject, this book helps alleviate concerns voiced by educators. KEY TOPICS: It addresses legal principles applicable to practitioners in a succinct but comprehensive manner. Topics with a direct impact on educators and students are explored: student classification, attendance, teachersÕ constitutional rights, church-state relations, and much more. Every school administrator needs a copy of this best- selling reference on his or her shelf.
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New edition of a text treating the evolution and current status of the law governing public schools. Discussion includes such topics as church-state relations, students' rights in non- instructional matters; student discipline; employment terms, discrimination, and termination; collective bargaining; tort liability; and school desegregation. Implications of legal mandates are discussed, and guidelines are provided for school personnel. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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