In the wake of heightened awareness – and much publicity -- of campus security crises in recent years, the federal government has responded with far-reaching expansion of existing laws. Will these new requirements ensure campus safety? Time will tell. But the clock is ticking as deadlines loom for colleges to show at least a “good faith effort’ that they are doing all they can to revise policies … [Read more...] about Department of Education Invites Comments on Clery Act Changes
CA Superior Court Rules Tenure Laws Unconstitutional … Could PA Be Next?
As a California wildfire, the California Superior Court’s recent decision in Vergara v. State of California, et. al., is likely to be catching and may have resounding implications on similar laws in Pennsylvania. Tenure Arguably May Limit Education In Vergara, nine California public school students, funded by a Silicon Valley millionaire, argued that California’s teacher tenure, dismissal, and … [Read more...] about CA Superior Court Rules Tenure Laws Unconstitutional … Could PA Be Next?
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says Kindergarten Students Must Attend School
As the deadline to enroll kindergarten students for next school year approaches, parents and schools are on notice that kindergarten students are subject to compulsory school attendance. On June 16, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court affirmed that parents of kindergarten students must comply with compulsory attendance laws. Facts in the Case In this case, the parent enrolled her twin 5-year-old … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says Kindergarten Students Must Attend School
The Auditor General Calls for a “Tune Up” of the Charter School Law
On June 12, 2014, the Charter School Law celebrated its 17-year anniversary, following calls for legislative reform of its most fundamental flaws. Senate Bill 1316 and House Bill 2138, both tabled this month, would, among other things, revamp the funding for charter school education, consistent with the actual cost of special education. Following the proposal of both bills, in May 2014, the … [Read more...] about The Auditor General Calls for a “Tune Up” of the Charter School Law
PIAA’s Attendance Rule is Constitutional
The District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania recently concluded that Article III, Section 8 of the PIAA’s Bylaws, also known as the “Attendance Rule” , is constitutional. The Attendance Rule directs that home schooled students are permitted to participate in interscholastic sports for the public school within which they reside. Factual and Procedural History The Attendance Rule was … [Read more...] about PIAA’s Attendance Rule is Constitutional
Seventh Circuit Holds Care Provided During Trip to Las Vegas is Covered Under FMLA
Last fall, Disney World and Disneyland announced major changes to their longstanding program for assisting guests with disabilities. Previously, people with a disability, along with their family members, were given special passes to avoid long waits and enter the front of the line at a ride or attraction at Disney theme parks. Disney’s special access program was changed, however, after widespread … [Read more...] about Seventh Circuit Holds Care Provided During Trip to Las Vegas is Covered Under FMLA
