If your son has a chronic health condition, that affects his ability to participate, he should at least have something called a 504 Plan. Talk to...

It is a serious situation to be in. Under CA law, if it was in fact a "sexual asssault" he can be expelled. Get an attorney experienced in school...

I don't know where you live, but recommend you contact Attoernet Serh Rosenberg in San Francisco. This is very erious.

Can the assistant principal attempt to strip search child with no reasonable suspicion?

It is illegal for school personnel to do strip searches in CA.

Special education transportation - problem with the school district - IEP amendment without my consent

You were absolutely right not to sign the IEP. I strongly suggest you contact an attorney focusing on special education law in your area to deal...

As a 5th grade teacher if I feel an Aspergers student is a safety risk do I have to take him on a 3 day overnight field trip?

This is a serious situation. Do not try to figure it out yourself. Get input from district counsel. That said, the student has a legal right...

Can I be denied access to a school for suspicion?

Yes. The administrator had reasonable suspicion that you were involved with alcohol, and she or he has broad authority to keep the school safe...

Can a principal look at a student Facebook profile

Yes. Young people need to be made aware that their posts are generally not private.

Can my teen daughter go back to school after not attending for a while?

It must be very hard for you both. I'm sorry for your loss. Yes, the school district has to take her back. The CA Costitution guarantees her...

My six year old son is mildly mentally disabled public school refuses to admit him due to his handicap the principal refuses

If the reason for the non-admission was the disability, you might have a discrimination claim. In addition, you might have a case under the...