Student and teacher rights are defined by legislation, case law, and state and federal constitutions. Write an Evaluation of case law is an important tool in understanding, interpreting, and protecting legal and constitutional rights. This 2-part assignment provides you with the opportunity to analyze significant cases and legislation impacting school programs and procedures.
Complete Parts 1 and 2 below.
Part 1: Significant Cases Paper
Research the following cases:
Timothy W. v. Rochester
Board of Education of Hendrick Hudson v. Rowley
Irving Independent School District v. Tatro
Write a 700- to 875-word paper in which you explain the following:
The significance and impact each case had on public education
Laws and federal legislation enacted to protect special populations in schools
Provisions and programs that became available to students due to the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)
Technology and related services that became available due to the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)
Part 2: Title VII and Title IX T-Chart
Review Ch. 9, Discrimination in Employment, of School Law and the Public Schools for a better understanding of the following legislation related to employment discrimination:
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Create a T-chart to compare these 2 important pieces of legislation and include the following information:
Similarities and differences
Legal and ethical impacts of each on hiring practices for public schools
Teacher rights and freedoms provided by each that school administrators must be aware of in the hiring process
Specific ways due process is ensured for teachers
Compile your paper and T-chart into one document for submission.
