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I went to Virginia College from 2013 to 2015 and now my degree is worthless and my credits will not transfer.
Teachers at our sons public school lead prayer everyday before lunch and maybe more but that’s all I know about at the moment. We are not affiliated with that religion so we do not want our son being unwillfully subjected to this. While we respect the religion we don’t condone him being put in... View More 
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In the United States, the Constitution's First Amendment, which includes the Establishment Clause, generally prohibits public school teachers, who are government employees, from leading prayers in public schools. The U.S. Supreme Court has consistently held that public schools cannot sponsor... View More
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answered on Aug 9, 2023
Fleeing or evading law enforcement can lead to felony charges even if you follow traffic laws and go to a safe area. It's important to comply with law enforcement instructions during traffic stops to avoid potential legal consequences.
My child goes to the public school here in the It's state grade rank is F. They do not learn anything from the teachers bc the students are so out of control during class. My kids come home crying every day bc they're being bullied or harassed by other students, mainly racial slurs bc... View More
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answered on Jul 14, 2023
it may be possible to appeal a school board's decision on a district transfer. Start by reviewing the school district's transfer policy and procedures. If the district has an appeals process, follow the specified steps and deadlines to submit a formal appeal.
My child is transgender. This has been going on for two years. Today everything blew up. They basically do not believe us.
answered on May 16, 2023
One needs proof in any legal dispute. What you need to do is write the individuals at the school with whom you spoke. Copy the principal and superintendent. If you previously wrote to or spoke to the school about this matter, reference the dates that those communications occur. Explain to the... View More
I, Dad, have joint legal custody, whereas 'Mom' has paramount physical, custody, and care. In the order, I was granted permission to change one of our daughters' names (Child S) as the other already had my last name (Child F). Child S is enrolled in school as SR instead of SH. She... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2022
You certainly recognize the problem, and the fact that a lawyer could help. You can order a birth certificate at the clerk's office in the county where she was born if it is in Florida. In other situations, contact the Bureau of Vital Statistics for the state of birth.
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I'm in Mississippi
answered on Nov 11, 2021
Possibly, however it depends on the contract. I would need more information regarding the language in the contract.
al indictment?
answered on Oct 6, 2018
No. If they are charged with a subsequent offense, then the State has ultimate discretion to charge them as habitual, whether as an 81- or an 83-habitual.
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