Class Act: Updates in Education Law

Recent Episodes

Season 5 Episode 5: Dealing with “Drama Mamas” (and “Drama Papas”) - When Parents Misbehave

Posted June 7, 2021 • 00:32:33

Like staff and students, parents can have bad days too. But sometimes their conduct crosses a line, leading school administrators to wonder if they...

Season 5 Episode 4: Kindergarten Bullies at the Ohio Supreme Court

Posted May 2, 2021 • 00:19:33

In this episode, Megan, Lisa, and Miriam discuss AJR v. Lute, a fascinating kindergarten bullying case recently decided by the Ohio Supreme Court. ...

Season 5 Episode 3: Students and the First Amendment

Posted March 28, 2021 • 00:24:51

Back in January, we started our discussion of the First Amendment by considering school staff and limits on their speech in a school setting. Today...

Season 5 Episode 2: The Coronavirus Vaccine and Your School Staff

Posted February 27, 2021 • 00:39:29

The coronavirus vaccine is here and some states, like Ohio, are prioritizing school staff in their immunization schedules. Some school districts may...

Season 5 Episode 1: School Staff and the First Amendment

Posted January 13, 2021 • 00:24:35

Welcome to our Fifth Season! In light of recent socio-political events, you may be wondering about your school staff's free speech rights. What...