School board elections are incredibly important to voters because of the direct impact that these elected officials could have on a family. Given the importance of these elections, it is surprising that one Ohio law disqualifying board of education candidates from serving on the board is not more known and understood. According to Section 3313.33(B)…
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What College Students Should Know About Off-Campus (Mis)Conduct
Most students know that their college or university can impose sanctions for their on-campus misconduct. What students may not know, however, is that their actions off-campus, including at home or on break, could also lead to sanctions. Colleges and universities have expressed an interest in regulating students’ off-campus behaviors for a variety of reasons. First,…
Five Reasons That College Students Should Have an Education Attorney on Retainer
Going to college is an exciting time in a young person’s life. It’s a time of growth, learning, and independence. However, it’s also a time when students may encounter legal issues they never anticipated. That’s why having an education lawyer on retainer during college can be a wise decision. In this article, we’ll explore the…
Important Considerations for College Students When Using University Student Legal Services
University student legal services can be a cost-effective option for students seeking guidance and representation for routine legal matters such as traffic tickets, criminal defense, landlord-tenant disputes, employment issues and more. These university-operated services often “pool” the per-semester fees they collect from students broadly to fund the representation for the students they ultimately represent. Therefore…
Five Big Changes Coming to Ohio Education Laws in the 2023-24 School Year that Parents Should Know
On July 1, 2023, the Ohio House and Senate approved a new 2-year state budget, which was signed into law by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 5, 2023. Here are the most important provisions impacting education for Ohio parents and students: PRIVATE SCHOOL VOUCHERS (aka EdChoice Scholarship): All Ohio school children will be eligible…
2023 Ohio Summer Camp List
Summer camp is a longstanding tradition that provides a unique opportunity for children to embark on exciting adventures, make lasting memories, and develop crucial life skills. Summer camp serves as a chance for children to step outside their comfort zones and discover their independence. These unique experiences provided by summer camps build resilience and prepare…
Residency: What does it mean to be a resident of a school district for attendance purposes?
In Ohio, all school-age children have the right to attend the public school of the district in which they reside without charge. But what does residence actually mean for a student? This is an important question as the answer determines what public school your child can attend for free. The general rule is that the…
EdChoice Scholarship Applications Now Open for the 2023-24 School Year to Cover Private School Tuition
The Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program (“EdChoice”) has expanded its eligibility for 2023-24 allowing more students to attend private schools in the state. EdChoice provides state-funded scholarships to k12 students who: (A more comprehensive list is available at the link below.) Applications for the 2023-24 school year opened on February 1, 2023 and will remain open…
What Can You do to Get the Most Out of Your Child’s IEP Meeting?
There is no denying that IEP meetings can be overwhelming and oftentimes, you go into them unprepared and leave feeling exhausted. However, this does not have to be the case. Below, I will list some tips that will help you get the most out of your child’s IEP meeting and ensure that you are able…
TRUANCY EXPLAINED
As parents of school-age children, we know that children need to attend school on a consistent basis to facilitate learning and thriving. There is also a legal component to a child’s school attendance of which parents should understand the process, procedure, and rules. The following will lay out and explain truancy and the rules surrounding…
Grade Appeals: 5 Tips for Appealing a Bad Grade
December can be an exciting time for a college student. Exams are over and you can breathe knowing that you are out of school for a few weeks. But for some students, this time can be particularly stressful for one reason…grades. If you are unhappy with an assignment grade, exam grade, or overall course…
Making the Most of Progress Reports for Special Education Students & Families
It’s that time of year again…the end of the grading period. As many of us know, having lived through it, students receive report cards with their grades at the end of each marking period (typically at the end of each quarter of the school year). At the same time, special education students will be receiving…