School Law: Cases and Concepts (7th Edition)

School Law: Cases and Concepts is written for educators and others with little background in school law. It focuses on an understanding of legal rationale and principles that inform practice.. Clearly and interestingly written, this book examines the laws educators need to know to operate in a legally defensible and educationally sound manner. In addition to providing historical perspective, this new edition examines policies and litigation pertaining to church and state issues, legal rights and restrictions applicable to students and teachers, desegregation, school finance, vouchers, and charter schools, developments in disabilities law, and harassment of students.