Education Issue

How fortunate that a neighbor realized your daughter needed help and took her straight to the office. You can write the school district to...

What type of attorney handles bullying cases in public charter schools? Can you recommend one?

This depends upon who was bullied and who was the bully. If a student with a disability was bullied or was the bully, then contact a special...

Do i need a lawyer for financial issues in a private school !

No, you do not need a lawyer. Talk to the school's finance office to understand where the problem lies with FAFSA. You can also contact FAFSA to...

Can I access my child's school record re: state funding, federal funding, DOD impact aid, and grants?

Yes, you have the right under FERPA to view all of your child's educational records -- including test protocols -- and to challenge any...

Question re : IEP and placement , parent rights , education , special education

If your child has an IEP, then no, the school cannot change placement without prior written notice. If your child does not have an IEP, then yes,...

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Eight year old son told by principal he has to hide his cross necklace @ school asked him" do you even go to church"

Students have a right to express their opinion and to wear religious artifacts as long as it doesn't endanger the school population. But the...

Is 40 too old to decide to go to law school? I have a BA in communication.

Well, actually, you're young -- I have a B.A. in journalism, and I entered law school when I was 45. You'll enjoy the intellectual stimulation of...

Are law schools obligated to provide academic accommodations/modifications to disabled students for mid-terms or quizzes?

Yes, law schools -- and the Law School Admissions Council -- are required under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sect 504 of the Rehabilitation...

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Because you graduated from Opportunities for Learning, you'll need to telephone or write the main office to get a copy of your diploma. Your...