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If a student, who is much larger than the teacher, continues to intimidate and make threatening comments to a teacher, can the teacher refuse to have the student in her class?
Both parents are listed as guardians in the school database. The Victim Protective Order does not state anything about educational records.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
So long as the VPO is not on behalf of the minor children as well, the VPO does nothing to affect the 'legal custody rights' of the other parent. If the VPO is only in the name of the one parent against the other parent, then access to the children/children's records would remain... View More 
I believe he is on the spectrum. And when asked if he wanted people to die just so he didn't have to take tests he did not think it through that far.
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
Yes, a child can be suspended for such a statement, especially given the serious nature of threats involving school shootings. Schools must prioritize the safety of all students and staff, so even comments made without harmful intent can lead to severe consequences. This is particularly true in... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
I do not have enough context to definitively state whether a police officer threatening someone would be okay or not. However, in general:
- Police officers are granted a certain level of authority and power to enforce laws and maintain public order. This authority should be used... View More
Any reason for him to not be talking and developing like a normal child
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
If a 5-year-old is not talking or potty trained and there is no clear medical reason, it warrants further evaluation and support. Some key points:
• Most children say their first words by 12 months and are putting 2-3 words together by age 2. By 5, they typically have a vocabulary of... View More
a child threw a rock and it accidentally stuck a vehicle during school under school supervision who is responsible for the cost of the damages?
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answered on Nov 14, 2023
if a child throws a rock and it hits a vehicle while the child is at school and under school supervision, the school district is typically responsible for the cost of the damages. This is because the school district has a duty to supervise its students and to take reasonable steps to prevent them... View More
My niece was humiliated at her school’s lunch, given a list of people who dislike her, and was told to kill herself. She then had a breakdown immediately following and the school had to send her to the hospital where she was referred to a child’s psychiatric unit in Tulsa, OK. I was told she... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2023
There have been cases of juveniles prosecuted for bullying a person to death. The schools will do something in their control to discipline these children, but there's a good chance they won't contact the police or Child Services in an attempt to minimize the exposure. If they don't,... View More
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answered on Apr 28, 2022
This will depend on where the charge is filed, her criminal history, and possibly other factors.
Can a parent make a donation to the school (501c3) and then ask for the money back if they move or enroll their child elsewhere?
answered on Jan 5, 2022
The parent can ask - but there isn't anything requiring the refund. There is no federal law, and most states classify the donation as a gift and therefore no longer the property of the person giving the donation, and thus not required to be returned. However, if the funds were donated with... View More
She is a straight A. student but lacks athletic ability so it causes other kids to not want to include her and get made fun of so she doesnt like school anymore. P.E. class shouldnt cause kids to feel this way. I dont see this class being necessary for her. She is in 5th grade and has loved school... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2021
Federal law does not require public schools to provide physical education, but many states do. Below is from 2010, so guidance may have changed. https://www.shapeamerica.org/advocacy/son/2010/upload/Oklahoma-profile.pdf
"Oklahoma mandates at least 60 minutes of physical education per... View More
Let say a 17 year old girl runaway from home cause her home is toxic and she can’t handle everyone around making her feel like the bad guy and that the girl has mental health issues that are being neglected or ignored
answered on May 27, 2021
I see that many teenagers describe their home as toxic, not enough freedom, controlling parents, or any one of a long list of other grievances. So, that part is not uncommon.
However, if there legitimately is abuse and/or neglect and this is not just a disgruntled teenager, this should be... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2020
As with most all things, this would depend on the specific facts of what happened. This is one of those issues where to get a reliable answer you will need to have a detailed consultation with an attorney. The attorney will want to review all of the facts and also ask questions to get to the... View More
My still husband just found out that there is a mask mandate at our daughters school. He now refuses to send her to school for religious reasons ("do not fear") and wants her to be home schooled by him. I want her to go to school! I am working 40 hrs/week and can not homeschool her. Since... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2020
Bottom line: if you cant come to an agreement and you feel strongly enough about going to school you will need to do whatever it takes to hire an attorney so you can seek a court order directing that the child attend school. I wish you the vest of luck with your case.
If a student is called into the principal’s office under suspicion of drug use, can they suspend them, even if there’s no evidence and no proof of possession of drugs?
answered on Feb 11, 2020
It would depend on the code of conduct, or the administrative rules within your school. It is not a criminal action less they intend to charge your child with public intoxication. Without some type direct evidence, I would be troubled by their conclusion, but there may be no recourse without... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2019
Because it is a juvenile, the punishment is limited, and if it was just reported to the school and didn't involve police then the criminal statute below might not apply.
Title 21 O.S. 589(A)
It shall be unlawful to willfully, knowingly and without probable cause make a false... View More
We have went to court and the judges granted her another 30 days to come up with evidence against me on medical neglect in education and so far in the 30 day she is took my kids to doctors and now she is not trying to give me my visitation my kids do not wanna be there my oldest daughter has been... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2019
Bottom line, you need to hire an attorney to represent you at the next hearing. Your odds of presenting an effective case are much better with an experienced attorney.
Well I was recently banned from visiting a high school for speaking to a student and using a curse word. Not speaking vulgarity at the student but using it in a story. The head principal heard me and instead of letting me explain decided to issue me a trespass warning. He would not let me defend... View More
Parents were not contacted, verified to be home nor did they give prior consent to anyone at school to dismiss her early & drive her 10 miles home. Not under arrest. What if she had been injured in accident en route?
I received a truancy ticket for leaving my campus for lunch underage. But when i reviewed my ticket and my date of birth is incorrect and if i was born on that date it would be legal for me to leave the campus so is my ticket invalid or not.
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