Education Law

4.45

The ABCs of Education Law

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Colorado CLE Approved 7 Total
Idaho CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 6 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 6 Total
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5 hours 56 minutes
Stephanie Teaford
Erin Aronson
Arla Cahill
Rachel Reight
With Stephanie L. Teaford from Dickinson Wright PLLC + 3 others
Recorded October 16, 2023
Product ID 97425

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Overview

The Beginner's Guide to IEPs and 504 Plans, Transgender Students' Rights, and More

How does your knowledge of special education law stack up? What are the newest legal issues concerning technology and the classroom? Are you up to date on the latest Title IX developments? In this practical program, our veteran faculty guide you through the fundamentals of education law. Register today!

  • Review key laws that you need to know.
  • Explore the fundamentals of special education law.
  • Develop strategies for handling issues surrounding transgender students.
  • Investigate the latest Title IX updates.
  • Identify emerging trends in school law.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Key Laws to Know
  2. Current Legal Issues Surrounding Teacher Shortages
  3. Special Education Law 101
  4. Social Media, Technology, and School Law: Best Practices and Current Developments
  5. Legal Issues Concerning Transgender Students
  6. Title IX: Updates and Current Issues
  7. Legal Ethics for Education Law Attorneys
Product ID 97425

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Colorado CLE Approved 7 Total
Idaho CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 6 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 6 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Key Laws to Know

    1. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
    2. Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
    3. Individuals With Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)
    4. Educator Code of Professional Conduct
    5. Public Records Law
    6. Other Critical Laws You Need to Know
    7. Case Law Update and Recent Trends
  2. Current Legal Issues Surrounding Teacher Shortages

  3. Special Education Law 101

    1. Determining When an Evaluation Is Necessary
    2. Differentiating IEPs vs. 504 Plans
    3. 504 Plan Eligibility, Accommodation, and Documentation Best Practices
    4. Developing Legally Compliant IEPs: Legal Best Practices
    5. Placement Issues
    6. Transition Services
  4. Social Media, Technology, and School Law: Best Practices and Current Developments

  5. Legal Issues Concerning Transgender Students

    1. Overview of Transgender Students' Rights and Protections
    2. Notable Developments in Federal and State Laws
    3. Handling Bullying, Harassment, and Mental Health Concerns
    4. The Latest Guidance on School Records and Student Privacy
    5. Use of Bathrooms - Current Developments
    6. Transgender Students and Athletics - The Latest Developments
  6. Title IX: Updates and Current Issues

  7. Legal Ethics for Education Law Attorneys

    1. Rules of Professional Conduct
    2. Ethical Concerns in Working With or Against Minors
    3. Conflicts of Interest
    4. Attorneys' Fees
    5. Confidentiality
    6. Privileged Communications

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. School administrators, teachers, principals, counselors, superintendents, board members, school psychologists, and paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Stephanie L Teaford
Stephanie L.
Teaford
Dickinson Wright PLLC
Erin Aronson
Erin
Aronson
Eastburn & Gray PC
Arla D Cahill
Arla D.
Cahill
Mandelbaum Barrett PC
Rachel M Reight
Rachel M.
Reight
Baasten, McKinley & Co., L.P.A.
Speaker bio
Stephanie L Teaford

Stephanie L. Teaford

Dickinson Wright PLLC
Stephanie Teaford

is an attorney with Dickinson Wright PLLC. She provides support to educational institutions, including community schools, private schools and career technical schools. Ms. Teaford is a member of the Education Law Association, the Ohio State Bar Association and the Columbus Bar Association. She earned her B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from American University and her J.D. degree, cum laude, from the University of Toledo College of Law.

Speaker bio
Erin Aronson

Erin Aronson

Eastburn & Gray PC
Erin Aronson

is a shareholder with Eastburn & Gray PC in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. She handles employment matters on behalf of both employers and employees, including claims of workplace discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, or disability, which arise under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). In addition, Ms. Aronson advises clients regarding issues related to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act and Wage Payment, and Collection Law. She regularly negotiates and prepares employment contracts and severance agreements on behalf of both employers and employees. Ms. Aronson is a member of the education and school law practice group, in which she advises clients regarding a wide array of issues, including school discipline, students’ Constitutional rights, and special education matters under both Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA). Additionally, she handles all aspects of special education due process hearings. Ms. Aronson also advises clients regarding the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, and has successfully argued on appeal before the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court. She is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Bucks County Bar Association (Women's Lawyer Division and the Young Lawyers Division, member). Ms. Aronson earned her B.A. degree from University of Delaware and her J,D. degree, cum laude, from Villanova University School of Law.

Speaker bio
Arla D Cahill

Arla D. Cahill

Mandelbaum Barrett PC
Arla Cahill

is an attorney with Mandelbaum Barrett PC, where she is a member of the firm's litigation, education law, and special needs practice groups. In addition to her recognition in and out of the courtroom handling complex litigation cases, Ms. Cahill has a passion for helping families. She chairs the firm's education law practice and co-chairs the special needs practice. As a seasoned litigator for over 26 years, and a former school board attorney and charter school board member, Ms. Cahill has gained unique insight into the public education system. She understands the challenges facing parents in the areas of special education; harassment, intimidation & bullying (HIB); student discipline; residency disputes; and religious exemption, among other education issues. Ms. Cahill earned her B.S. degree, cum laude, from Montclair State University and her J.D. degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. She serves as a President of Employment Horizons, Inc.. Ms. Cahill is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA) and Autism New Jersey. She is admitted to practice in the states of New Jersey and New York; Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey; U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit; U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York; and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Speaker bio
Rachel M Reight

Rachel M. Reight

Baasten, McKinley & Co., L.P.A.
Rachel Reight

is a partner with Baasten, McKinley & Co., L.P.A. She practices in the areas of labor and employment law, administrative law (State Employment Relations Board, Ohio Department of Education and Children Services Investigations), workers' compensation, and defense of teachers and associations. Ms. Reight is a frequent speaker at workshops for public educators, school employees and county developmental disabilities board employees in Cuyahoga, Lorain and Summit counties. She is a member of Ohio State and Stark County (Disputed Fee committee) bar associations. Ms. Reight earned her B.A. degree from The Ohio State University and her J.D. degree from the University of Toledo College of Law.

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