When a public school student is accused or accuses another student of sexual harassment, Title IX (Title 9) kicks in. Title IX is a federal civil rights law that public schools must follow if a sexual harassment situation is discovered or allegation made. One bright spot in Title IX, involves
There are many serious issues in California schools. One devastating offense involves student sexual assault, which can end in school expulsion and criminal charges. Sexual assaults harm everyone involved. What is a School Sexual Assault? What constitutes a school sexual assault is defined in the criminal codes (aka the “Penal
Title IX (9), a federal civil rights law to prevent sexual harassment, is now being grappled with in K-12 schools. However, it is being inconsistently applied. Some schools suspend and expel a student and never pursue a Title IX investigation. Others pursue a Title IX investigation and emergency removal. Some
If a California student needs to breastfeed or pump breast milk on a public school campus, the student has a right to a private space, to possess breastfeeding items, to make up work missed while breastfeeding, and to other reasonable accommodations. Right to a Private Room to Breastfeed or Pump
Receiving a sexual harassment complaint or sexual violence allegation can have significant consequences for students. For many years, Title IX (aka “title nine”), a federal law prohibiting sexual harassment and discrimination was mainly used to punish college students. However, Title IX is now being used in public elementary, middle and
We all know that school officials are mandatory reporters and have to report suspected child molestation or neglect by parents. But, what about student-on-student sex crimes? What if school vice principals don’t report student sexual assaults to the police or county authorities? The school staff can be arrested and charged
In California, students are supported in their right to equality regardless of gender. In fact, the California Education Code lists out various protections for students, so they are crystal clear. Gender Equity Rights Apply in Schools A students right to be free from sexual discrimination exists in all California public
School bullying can be very destructive and even deadly, if not addressed promptly. Schools are in the best position to investigate and prevent student bullying as often bullying occurs on school campuses. Parents and students must learn about school obligations to stop and resolve student bullying. School Bullying Investigations Are
Student bullying and sexual bullying are offenses that get students suspended or expelled. School sexual bullying is expellable in California whether it occurs in school, online, via social media, or otherwise, if it substantially disrupts the school environment. Online Sexual School Bullying, Legal Definition Online sexual bullying is defined by
Lies harm people and their reputations. Malicious lies can cause some people to end up in jail, and others to lose a job or piles of money. But what about kids? They are just kids, right? Nothing can come of their lies? Unfortunately, this is far from the truth. Students
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