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My daughter attends an expensive private high school. There was an issue with grading with one of the teachers. When I emailed the teacher, she returned my call and was unexpectedly dismissive and blatantly rude. Telling me I seemed upset, said I seemed like I had problems, every other word was... View More

answered on Feb 13, 2025
Schools usually back their teachers, right or wrong. There is no law that precludes other staff from being present. Perhaps in the future, ask if anyone else is there?
Private schools often include a term in their contracts allowing the private school to terminate students due to... View More
The position is for the School district food service worker supervisor classified position. This is in California . It sounds worse than it was, and it was 24 years ago. My no contest, was changed to a not guilty, and was expunged after I completed my community service. I want to be honest with... View More

answered on Feb 10, 2025
The short answer is no, you do not have to report a crime, which was expunged about 24 years ago, to your employer.
Keep that to yourself, and good luck with your new job.
I'm sure you already knew the answer, but needed confirmation from someone with expertise. While I'm... View More
My 5-year-old autistic child is currently receiving speech therapy (30 minutes, twice a week) and behavioral therapy (45 minutes per week) as recommended by the IEP in an LA County school district. However, my child frequently refuses to go to school, and the teacher has reported ongoing conflicts... View More

answered on Feb 7, 2025
Hello:
Good question- hiring an attorney can help parents/students in many ways, including getting IEP services, making sure the IEP is adequate, etc. However it cannot be predicted what services will issue or who may need to fund or who will be obligated to provide those services. What an... View More
i sent three emails in the three weeks leading up to the course drop date. the school did not respond to any of the emails. now they will not let me take additional classes until i pay for this class which i requested to be dropped from. the balance is $1,800.
their rationale is that i... View More

answered on Jan 31, 2025
Hello:
You need a student education attorney or a contract attorney. You have to follow the procedures to drop classes and it is unclear if emailing was the correct way to drop the class or not. If you met their requirements, you can bring someone in to help protest.
For pro bono... View More
i sent three emails in the three weeks leading up to the course drop date. the school did not respond to any of the emails. now they will not let me take additional classes until i pay for this class which i requested to be dropped from. the balance is $1,800.
their rationale is that i... View More

answered on Feb 1, 2025
From a practical stand point, neither legal aid nor attorneys will be able to assist in a $1,800 dispute. Legal Aid doesn't address these types of issues and an attorney cannot afford to donate three hours or more (>$900) to help you recoup $1,800. If you are unwilling to pay an attorney... View More
When I presented the issue, she blames on technical error. This is effecting my grades

answered on Nov 20, 2024
Look at your Handbook and see what Carrington's policies are on accessing the testing instruments. Sometimes colleges won't let students access exams if they re-use them year to year, in case a student puts them on the internet. However, you should be able to go review the exam and your... View More
For a student who needs to be on home hospital, I saw on the edu FAQ page that while the district of where the hospital is located is responsible for his education during his stay, he “may” continue to stay enrolled at his original school of residence to facilitate an easier transition back... View More

answered on Nov 20, 2024
Generally, if the student's hospital location (excluding state hospitals) is in a different district than the parent's residence, and they qualify for HHI, the district where the hospital is located is the one who will provide the HHI. The parent's district of residence is not... View More
On behalf of disabled son whom is a minor. Currently on IHSS 33hrs p/mo for para medical due to sever asthma, PROTECTIVE SUPPERVISION, i ended up leaving my job to adequately care for my son as his needs have been greater with each passing day. Best option is for me to care for him. IHSS case... View More

answered on Oct 16, 2024
This is a very complex question and depends on the individual facts. The IEP process is the place to address school services, in home education (for a homebound student), related services etc. from the public school district. If they won't qualify him, you can challenge that by asking for an... View More

answered on Oct 11, 2024
Yes, unfortunately they can pass students on. All CA school districts must have a policy regarding student promotion and retention. Legally they look at retention at certain time periods, one of them being between eighth grade and high school. The policy should have an appeal option for the... View More
In California, my child's school wants to expel him and has set up a hearing. The school is saying we need to give them five business days prior to the hearing that we need to inform them we will be there and contesting the finding. This information is not in the expulsion packet or the... View More

answered on Oct 1, 2024
Although that is not a requirement of the Education Code, Districts sometimes may clarify their own local requirements. It is often best just to notify them, if possible, if that is their local policy. However, theoretically there could be an argument on appeal based on the Education Code... View More
The student didn’t graduate. Can he stay a 5th year or even longer to earn his diploma?

answered on Sep 22, 2024
Hello:
Even if a high school student earns a "certificate of achievement" they can continue working toward their high school diploma. Where they attend and what services they get will depend on the school district and their individualized IEP.
Many districts shuffle... View More
I lost my job. Could not afford my rent, moved to my RV and was sent to Families in transition for support. During this time I been trying to get my kids eligible for sports. The CIF keeps probing questions of my previous school and wants the old managers contact information. I feel there is an... View More

answered on Sep 12, 2024
CIF definitely is a problem organization and control CA high school sports. If they have denied your child already, you can attempt to resubmit the transfer application with proof of the homelessness causing the school move. Gather as much as you possibly can to show the situation. If you have... View More
I enrolled at BloomTech in January 2023, committing to a $35k tuition deferment plan, paying only after securing a job. Despite completing 50% of the web development course, the support drastically reduced due to layoffs. Career coaches and learning assistants were replaced by ChatGPT suggestions,... View More

answered on Jul 23, 2024
To address your situation with BloomTech and the financially binding contract, you should consider consulting an attorney who handles consumer protection or contract law. These legal professionals can help you understand your rights and explore options for exiting the agreement based on the... View More
My son was in an altercation at school with a student that was calling my son racial slurs. My son lost his temper and him and the boy got into a fight. The boy family is taking the school and me and family to court claiming my son attacked the boy. The boy continued to call my son racial slurs... View More

answered on Jul 2, 2024
Based on the situation you've described, here are some steps you might consider taking:
1. Seek legal representation: It's crucial to find an attorney who specializes in both family law and civil litigation, preferably with experience in cases involving minors and school-related... View More

answered on Jul 1, 2024
To answer this question accurately, we need to consider California's mandated reporting laws and school policies regarding child abuse. Here's a breakdown of the key points:
1. Mandated Reporting:
In California, teachers and other school employees are mandated reporters... View More
Wrongful start date they have me started in 2019 i started in 2016
they say was hired as a subsitute and had 3 years of probation befor being fully hired
Missing earned wages
no last pay
kept all my bonus wages
tamperd with my accounts to change time... View More

answered on Jun 22, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it appears you may have several potential legal claims against the school district. However, to determine if you have a valid case, you would need to consult with an employment lawyer who can review all the evidence and details of your specific... View More
Wrongful start date they have me started in 2019 i started in 2016
they say was hired as a subsitute and had 3 years of probation befor being fully hired
Missing earned wages
no last pay
kept all my bonus wages
tamperd with my accounts to change time... View More

answered on Jun 22, 2024
Your list of complaints suggest that you might have legal claims. However in that list you say you signed a separation agreement. If you did, and if you were in any way compensated for that agreement, and if that agreement contained a release of claims, you have have walked away from any... View More
I was unjustly expelled from my college and was not given the due process I was legally owed prior to their decision to expel me. This case is complicated and I have full records to prove that the institution was at fault for their part in how my education turned south. I am desperately seeking... View More

answered on Jun 3, 2024
It sounds like you're in a very difficult situation with your college expulsion. Under California law, students are entitled to due process before being expelled, which means you should have been given notice of the charges against you and an opportunity to defend yourself. If these procedures... View More
Substitute teacher, is the district obligated to inform us about changes in PSL?

answered on May 31, 2024
As an at-will employee in California, your employer is generally required to provide paid sick leave (PSL). Under California law, employees are entitled to accrue at least one hour of PSL for every 30 hours worked, up to a minimum of 24 hours or three days per year. If you've met the... View More
Substitute teacher, is the district obligated to inform us about changes in PSL?

answered on May 31, 2024
"PSL"? You mean personal sick leave? These are for full time employees, including at will employees. My experience is that a substitute teacher is not a full time employee of a school district, they are hired to work assignments and I believe your agreement with the district will spell... View More
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