Fall 2025
Volume 1, Issue 1
The inaugural issue of Law & Policy in Schools! Seven articles, plus a Supreme Court update - what cases were decided and what's coming up.
Table of Contents
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Commentary
An Invisible Monster
Find out how school employees can overcome their fear of the law by becoming legally literate, transforming a "monster" of anxiety into a tool for empowerment and better decision-making.
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Law & Policy Spotlight
Navigating AI in Schools: Are Your Student Handbook and Code of Conduct Ready?
How can school leaders proactively update student handbooks and codes of conduct to address the complex ethical and legal challenges posed by generative AI tools?
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Cover Story
Whose Speech Is It Anyway?
Given the many issues important to students, this article breaks down the legal precedents that define student protest rights, along with what can get administrators into trouble and what is permissible to maintain school safety.
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Case Brief
A.A. v. Northside Independent School District
This brief reviews the Fifth Circuit's decision regarding special education services, clarifying that an IEP is sufficient if it is individually designed to meet a student's unique needs rather than being "perfect".
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Feature
2025 Supreme Court Update
Here, we provide a concise "cheat sheet" on recent rulings regarding religious curriculum opt-outs, disability discrimination standards, and the constitutionality of federal technology funding.
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Law & Policy Spotlight
Social Media Insights for School Leaders
Read about the legal two-pronged test used to evaluate educator social media speech, emphasizing the need to balance personal free speech rights with the school's educational mission.
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Feature
Words of Wisdom: Practical Advice for Legally Literate Educators
Dr. Oxley offers practical principles for school leaders, arguing that a student-centered vision and a culture of trust serve as the strongest defenses against legal challenges and litigation.
Fall 2025
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