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Students' Rights
School children have a range of rights under the U.S. Constitution, as well as federal and
state laws.
When Does the First Amendment Protect What Students Wear to School?
Students’ right to freedom of expression extends to the messages on their clothes, as long as they aren’t disruptive or vulgar. But schools can impose dress codes that aren’t meant to silence opinions. ... READ MORE
Do Students Have to Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance or the National Anthem at School?
Students at public schools and universities have a constitutional right to express their beliefs by sitting out the pledge of allegiance or the national anthem. But in a few states, schools can require parental permission before excusing K-12 students from participating. ... READ MORE
Can I Make the School District Pay for My Special Ed Child’s Private School?
If public schools can’t or won’t provide appropriate special education services for students with disabilities, federal law gives parents the right to have their children placed in a suitable private school at no cost. ... READ MORE
What Are Zero Tolerance Policies in Schools?
Learn why schools apply “zero tolerance” policies to student discipline, how those policies affect children’s education and future, and what you can do if your child is facing harsh punishment based on zero tolerance. ... READ MORE
What Are Students' Rights in School Disciplinary Proceedings?
Students have constitutional due-process rights when public schools accuse them of misconduct. They also have other rights under federal and state laws. ... READ MORE
What Kinds of Behavior Can Lead to Suspension From School?
Depending on where you live, your child could be suspended from school for anything from bullying or hurting another student to talking back to teachers. ... READ MORE
Religion in Public Schools
Public schools may not promote religion, but they must allow students to practice their faith. Learn how the both sides of religious liberty affect prayers at school, students' expression of their faith, religious holiday displays, and more. ... READ MORE
“Pay-to-Play” Fees: Is It Legal to Charge for School Activities?
States have different rules on whether public schools are allowed to charge fees for participating in school sports and other extracurricular activities. ... READ MORE
What Are the Consequences of Cheating and Plagiarism at School?
Cheating on tests and copying on school papers can lead to serious repercussions, from failing grades or suspensions to college rejections and loss of scholarships. ... READ MORE
Laws Prohibiting Discrimination in Public Schools
Several federal and state laws outlaw discrimination in schools based on ethnicity, disability, and sex—and parents may sue when schools violate those laws. ... READ MORE
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