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- Is the district in compliance with all laws?
- Are our policies reviewed for legal compliance prior to adoption?
- Are our policies carried out as written?
- What do we spend on legal services, and when do we use legal advice?
- What is happening in state and federal legislatures that will impact schools, and how do we influence or respond?
- Are all members of the school community aware of laws and regulations that affect them?
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- Do our procedures fulfill the legal requirements of federal, state, and local policies?
- Is there common understanding of due process among all board members and administrators?
- How can you help boards and principals prevent and manage legal issues?
- Are you handling legal issues consistently among all schools in the district
- Is there historical documentation of past actions for reference?
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- What are the school’s legal obligations that need to be addressed?
- What procedures need to be in place in order to comply with legal requirements?
- What are the ways to communicate obligations and procedures to stakeholder groups?
- What is the process for securing legal counsel in the district?
- How are legal challenges handled in the district?
- How are new legal requirements or changes in requirements communicated?
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- Review updates/reports from the superintendent on compliance with laws/legal issues and use of legal advice.
- Review policies and ensure that they are in compliance with law.
- Provide legislative committee/updates for the board.
- Take and advocate for legislative positions.
- Inform school community and broader community of legal issues that affect our school(s).
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- Review state/federal/local administrative responsibilities found in policy.
- Review administrative procedures to ensure that they are aligned with policy and in compliance with all legal requirements.
- Organize professional development opportunities for administrators.
- Discuss and share case history/ studies on relevant educational law issues.
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- Review local, state, and federal legal obligations.
- Establish procedures and support the staff in carrying them out.
- Develop a system such as web site, handbooks, and newsletter to communicate legal requirements to staff, parents, and community.
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