Interpreting Immunity and Exposure: Recent Court Decisions Under the PSTCA
Recent court decisions under the the Political Subdivision Tort Claims Act have implications for school district liability and risk management.
The Coleman Decision: New Standards for School Board Agendas
A recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling addresses whether a board can take action on an item that did not appear on the published agenda.
PA Act 44 of 2025: Understanding School Notification Mandates for Weapon Incident Disclosures
Governor Shapiro recently signed Act 44 of 2025 into law, introducing critical changes to the Pennsylvania Public School Code.
The Jorjani Ruling: When Does Controversial Speech Justify Employment Termination?
When does an employee's First Amendment rights to speak on political topics - however controversially - truly affect an institution's operations?
Private Profiles, Public Business: Recent Rulings Related to Social Media Posts
Court actions establish that there can be consequences when school board members and administrators interact or post on social media.
A Letter Under Scrutiny: Recent Rulings Reject D.O.E. D.E.I. Guidance
The directives from a U.S. Department of Education "Dear Colleague" letter from earlier this year are hitting roadblocks in recent court rulings.
Immigration and Schools: Understanding Evolving Policies
As the legal landscape of U.S. immigration policy continues to shift, here are some of the major matters of concern for school entities surrounding this issue, as well as possible responsive strategies.
Recent Supreme Court Decision Concerning Religious Freedom in Schools
Many schools have been worried about the impact of a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding religious accommodation in instructional materials. How should boards and officials be prepared to act in response?
Kalani Linnell article: "The Shaping and Reshaping of Title IX"
In the Pennsylvania Bar Association's "The Pennsylvania Lawyer" magazine, Kalani Linnell takes a look at the history of Title IX and school compliance.
Commonwealth Court Strikes Down Age 22 Extension, PDE Appeals Decision
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania struck down a Pennsylvania Department of Education directive to extend special education eligibility until a student reaches age 22. However, the PDE has moved to appeal the decision.