Originally appeared in the CAS Weekly Newsletter
Dear Legal Mailbag:
I am the principal of a middle school. As I am getting ready for a
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Supreme Court Addresses Religious Opt-Outs for LGBTQ-Inclusive Curricular Materials in Elementary Schools
The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor has raised new considerations for districts faced with requests from parents to excuse students from instruction
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Connecticut Public Schools Face Major Leave Law Changes This Fall – A Guide for Schools
New Requirements for Non-Certified School Employees Take Effect October 1, 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, Connecticut public schools will experience a significant shift in how
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Connecticut Independent Schools Face Major Leave Law Changes This Fall
New Requirements for Independent School Employees Take Effect October 1, 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, Connecticut independent schools will experience a significant shift in how
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CAS Legal Mailbag – 6/12/25
Originally appeared in the CAS Weekly Newsletter
Dear Legal Mailbag:
It was a long school year, and I breathe a sigh of relief that the
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General Assembly Expands Eligibility for CT Family Medical Leave Act and CT Paid Leave
Once signed, effective October 1, 2025, House Bill 7288 will make CT FMLA and CT Paid Leave, access to the Connecticut Family Medical Leave Act
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Special Education Legislative Update
In its recently adjourned session, the General Assembly passed two major bills regarding special education. Although the Governor has not yet signed these bills, we
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Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Act Amended by General Assembly
On June 4, 2025, embedded in an omnibus bonding bill, the Connecticut General Assembly amended the Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Act as it applies
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See You In Court – June 2025
Mr. Superintendent was getting nervous. The end of June was rapidly approaching, and it was looking like the Nutmeg Board of Education was going to run
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CAS Legal Mailbag – 5/29/25
Originally appeared in the CAS Weekly Newsletter
Dear Legal Mailbag:
As the principal of a middle school, I am familiar with the challenges posed by
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