Bullying – No “Special Relationship” but Might Deny FAPE
In the Spring 2012 edition of Education News, we reported the United States District Court dismissal of the Morrow vs.…
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School Foundations – Don’t Operate in the Dark
More and more school districts are establishing Foundations which are used to solicit and accept donations to assist in paying…
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What Happens When Divorced, Separated, or Never Married Parents Disagree?
Procedural safeguards under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) provide parents a meaningful opportunity to participate in the…
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What You Tweet Could be Held Against You
Teacher use of social networking websites, like Facebook and Twitter, can be a minefield for teachers and other district employees. …
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Affordable Care Act – Delayed but Not Forgotten
School districts around the state have breathed a little easier since the Obama Administration announced in July that it would…
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Before You Hit “Send:” Avoiding Inadvertent Contract Formation by E-mail
In the past twenty years, the Internet and cell phones have revolutionized the way the world communicates and transacts business. …
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Retired or Unemployed? – Reduction in Work Force Makes a Difference
On December 28, 2012, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a decision which may impact whether your school district decides to…
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Superintendent Contracts – No Longer an Option
One of the many changes made to the School Code by the Pennsylvania Legislature at the close of the 2011-2012…
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