What is the NYC Dept. of Education allowed to tell prospective school employers about me when they inquire about my work history

When hiring teachers, most school districts conduct an online due diligence search of the prospective teacher's background. So regardless of the...

Can I legally, as an 18 year old, move out of my house to live with a friend’s family that is willing to let me live with them?

In Georgia, the age of majority is eighteen so you are legally an adult. It appears that you can move in with a friend's family that lives within...

Many courts will permit a potential juror to postpone service once for schooling. But the student must complete the form and send it back on...

If parents cannot agree on schooling, courts usually appoint one parent to make educational decisions for the child. The court usually considers...

If you are suspended for more than five days, you should have had a discipline hearing and an opportunity to confront your accusers, have an...

Is there a law regarding teachers denying students the right to drink water in class?

Federal and state laws guide administrative decisions in public schools, but few of those laws apply to private schools. This means that private...

Can a college legally force you to leave campus for a semester after a suicide attempt?

Yes. A college may require a student to take a medical leave and require the student obtain a medical clearance from a psychiatrist before...

How should I proceed? - Student/athlete discrimination at a small NYC private college - student with a learning disability.

You did not supply sufficient information. Did you son register with the college disability office so that the school knows about the disability...

Read the enrollment contract with the school that you signed. It will probably explain the school's discipline policy. If the principal followed...

What can I do my child's school fired the speech teacher for being under qualified?

Yes. School districts are obligated to implement the services, accommodations, and modifications on the IEP. If they lose a teacher, they need to...