An Exceptional Student Education (ESE) supported Student with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or 504 plan may face many challenges. That is why an IEP or 504 plan is in place for them, to help them overcome these challenges. But what happens when a school tries to...
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Month: February 2017
Are You a Teacher Accused of Hitting a Student?
Teachers have a great responsibility for not only educating students, but also keeping them safe. Teachers may be put in situations where they must redirect students or even break up a fight. When teachers are in a situation where they must go “hands-on,” teachers...
How can I appeal a grade in college?
In college, you work hard, you study, and you complete all of your assignments and papers. You log into your student account to check your grades and immediately see a problem. A grade or two seems wrong. The professor must have made a mistake. You email your...
Accused of helping students cheat on a test? Legal advice for teachers.
Standardized tests like End-of-Course Assessments (EOC), Florida Standards Assessments (FSA), statewide science assessment, and National and International Assessments (NAEP, PIRLS, PISA, and TIMSS) are proctored by teachers. A test administrator will train teachers as...
What is the procedure when a school tries to expel a student?
If a student gets into trouble and faces expulsion, what is the process before they are expelled? If you are looking for our college and university dismissal and expulsion defense practice area - click here. A student will first face a suspension. The suspension can...