There have been many legal changes to the legal landscape over the course of the pandemic and those working in the public sector have had
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Emerging School Law Issues
There have been many legal changes to the legal landscape over the course of the pandemic and those working in the public sector have had…
Continue Reading Save the Date: Legal Update for the Public Sector: A Review of 2022 Legal Trends
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced a new Clean School Bus Program included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The Program seeks to reduce…
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As the hiring season approaches, many Connecticut school districts are evaluating their obligations regarding diversity and inclusion, non-discrimination, and minority educator recruitment.
In addition, in…
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Dear Legal Mailbag:
I am worried about our baseball coach. He is a clean-living fellow, and normally that would be just great. However, this coach…
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Gwen Zittoun will present the session, “Student Data Privacy: Legal Compliance & Best Practices” during the CASBO Timely Topic Workshop.
During the session, Gwen will…
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Pete Maher will be a panelist and present a session on student behavior and mental health during the ConnCASE March 2022 Virtual Legal Conference. The…
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The Nutmeg Board of Education, indeed the entire Nutmeg Public Schools community, was breathing easier with the end of mask mandates. But newly-elected Board member…
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Dear Legal Mailbag:
As the statewide mask mandate comes to an end, my teachers and I are confused as to where we all stand. As…
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Dear Legal Mailbag:
I am so excited to have been recently elected to the Nutmeg Board of Education! I was then beyond elated when the…
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On February 15, 2022, the Governor’s authority to issue emergency orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic expired. Governor Lamont has signed into law House Bill…
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