In its 2016 regular and special sessions, the General Assembly made a number of changes in the statutes that affect public education in Connecticut. This workshop is intended to give you an overview of some of the changes that were made in the area of education this year.

Workshop topics will include new guidance and/or changes regarding the following:

  • Student Data Privacy
  • Expulsion Hearing Procedures and Alternative Educational Opportunities for Expelled Students
  • Cancer Awareness Instruction
  • Sexual Abuse and Assault Awareness and Prevention Program
  • Graduation Requirements
  • Truancy and FWSN
  • Background and Employment Checks for School Employees
  • Plus Additional Topics

We look forward to seeing you at this complimentary seminar.

*Please contact us in advance at info@goodwin.com if there will be more than 4 attendees from your district.

HARTFORD SESSION:
When: September 20, 2016 from 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Where: Hartford Marriott Downtown, 200 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT
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STAMFORD SESSION:
When: September 22, 2016 from 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Shipman & Goodwin, Stamford Office, 300 Atlantic Street, 3rd Floor, Stamford, CT 06901
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Andreana represents boards of education in education law matters, labor relations and employment law, including labor negotiations for certified and non-certified staff, grievance arbitration, freedom of information hearings, student disciplinary matters, special education disputes, and education policies and practices. Andreana frequently speaks on…

Andreana represents boards of education in education law matters, labor relations and employment law, including labor negotiations for certified and non-certified staff, grievance arbitration, freedom of information hearings, student disciplinary matters, special education disputes, and education policies and practices. Andreana frequently speaks on education law and labor relations matter.

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Peter Maher represents boards of education and other entities in all areas of school law, with an emphasis on special education issues, labor and employment matters and, more recently, issues related to school operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. A former educator, Peter draws…

Peter Maher represents boards of education and other entities in all areas of school law, with an emphasis on special education issues, labor and employment matters and, more recently, issues related to school operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. A former educator, Peter draws on his firsthand knowledge of the needs and goals of school stakeholders to provide practical, community-specific and timely counsel that helps prevent problems when possible and solve them when necessary. Whether navigating sensitive special education matters or advising on day-to-day district operations, he partners with his clients to identify opportunities and pursue a clear path in the face of today’s challenges.

Photo of Jessica L. Ritter Jessica L. Ritter

Jessica is co-chair of Shipman’s Education Department, where she represents boards of education in both general and special education matters, as well as labor disputes and employment litigation arising in the education context. Jessica has negotiated certified and non-certified collective bargaining agreements on…

Jessica is co-chair of Shipman’s Education Department, where she represents boards of education in both general and special education matters, as well as labor disputes and employment litigation arising in the education context. Jessica has negotiated certified and non-certified collective bargaining agreements on behalf of numerous boards of education and has represented public employers in arbitrations and in a wide variety of administrative proceedings before various state agencies.

Photo of Kevin M. Roy Kevin M. Roy

Kevin represents public sector clients with respect to the full complement of labor and employment matters, including contract negotiations, interest arbitration, contract administration issues, grievance arbitration cases, prohibited practice proceedings, administrative appeals of decisions of the State Board of Labor Relations filed in…

Kevin represents public sector clients with respect to the full complement of labor and employment matters, including contract negotiations, interest arbitration, contract administration issues, grievance arbitration cases, prohibited practice proceedings, administrative appeals of decisions of the State Board of Labor Relations filed in Superior Court, and applications to vacate arbitration awards filed in Superior Court.

Photo of Jessica Richman Smith Jessica Richman Smith

Jessica represents schools in a variety of education, labor relations and employment law matters.  She negotiates certified and non-certified collective bargaining agreements on behalf of numerous public boards of education.  Jessica also represents school districts in labor and employment disputes, freedom of information…

Jessica represents schools in a variety of education, labor relations and employment law matters.  She negotiates certified and non-certified collective bargaining agreements on behalf of numerous public boards of education.  Jessica also represents school districts in labor and employment disputes, freedom of information hearings, teacher tenure proceedings, student disciplinary matters, election law matters, and other legal proceedings arising in the education context.  In addition, Jessica advises schools on education policies and practices, compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, and other legal matters arising in the education context.

Photo of Christopher A. Tracey Christopher A. Tracey

Chris represents public school districts in all areas of school law, and has a particular experience regarding special education, education reform, and budgetary matters, including issues related to Connecticut’s statutory “Minimum Budget Requirement.”