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Klappentext A practical, user-friendly approach to school law supported by carefully constructed information that is of immediate interest to classroom teachers, supervisors and school administrators.Key FeaturesMaps out the court's decision-making process in an easy-to-understand format Illustrates the key aspects of a legal issue through case-studies in every chapterExplains complex cases with succinct case briefs that target legal laypersons and comprehensive chapter overviews that highlight important concepts Encourages dialogue with accompanying discussion questions for each case brief and case studyOffers additional case briefs online at www.sagepub.com/aquilacasebriefs Intended Audience: This book is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students of school law and is a valuable resource for courses in school administration, supervision, and teacher education. "I find this book to be a very well done, comprehensive text, with useful activities and exceptional case briefs" -Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State University"More than a comprehensive text, this is a reference work for any active school administrator. School Law for K-12 Educators will be found open on a desk more often than closed on the shelf." -Philip Huckins, New England College "The greatest strength is presentation of facts, narratives, cases, in a concise format with discussion questions and topics" -Audrey M. Clarke, California State University, Northridge"This comprehensive resource is thoughtfully designed with a focus on legal currency and relevancy. The case briefs enhance an already distinctive textbook." -Bradley Vance Balch, Indiana State University"Well done book, comprehensive, and easy to read for educators. The most exceptional portion of this book are the case studies, and the exceptionally well done case briefs, excellent instructional tools." -Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State UniversityHelps prospective headteachers, counsellors and teachers to grasp the legalities of public school law. This book contains case studies with discussion questions and provides an overview of the legal area in a dialectic format. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface Introduction to the Legal System and Legal Research PART I. POLICY ISSUES 1. School Desegregation Overview Case Study: Correcting an Inequity or Taxation Without Representation Important Concepts Constitutional and Statutory Underpinnings Challenges to State-Fostered (De Jure) School Segregation Challenges to Non-purposeful (De Facto) School Segregation Desegregation of Teachers Recent Court Activity Case Study: Providing Plaintiffs with an Effective Remedy or an Improper Remedy Conclusion Case Briefs 2. Church-State Interaction Overview Case Study: Equal Access or School Support of Religion? Important Concepts The Key Principle: Government Must Remain Neutral toward Religion Governmental Support and Regulation of Parochial Education Religious Influences in Public Schools Religious Objections to Public School Practices Case Study: Free Speech or Supporting Christianity? Conclusion Case Briefs 3. No Child Left Behind Act Overview Case Study: Another Unfunded Mandate Important Concepts No Child Left Behind Act Case Study: Why does a special education teacher have to be highly qualified? Conclusion Case Briefs PART II. STUDENTS¿ RIGHTS 4. School Attendance Overview Case Study: Schooling at Home or a Real Education Important Concepts School Attendance Case Study: Is Home Schooling Equivalent Education? Conclusion Case Briefs 5. Student Conduct and Discipline Overview Case Study: Art or Violence: Where do you draw the line? Important Concepts Student Conduct Student Discipline Reasonableness Stand...
