We are pleased to announce that Robbins Schwartz Title IX attorneys have prepared a comprehensive Compliance Package to assist school districts in preparing for implementation of the new Regulations. The Compliance Package is now available for purchase. Learn more here.

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With the provisions of Section 17-2A going back to authorizing interfund transfers for only one-time, non-recurring expenses, school districts may be limited to only transferring between funds when the transfer is for a specified purpose. Read more about this update in our latest law alert.

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On February 20, 2024, the Supreme Court declined to review whether a Virginia high school’s 2020 revised admissions policy, which aimed at fostering student diversity, constituted racial discrimination. Read more about the revised policy in our latest law alert.

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Public Act 103-0047 was recently passed, adding new requirements to schools’ bullying prevention and response obligations. Read more about the update in our latest law alert.

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As the conclusion of the 2023-2024 school year quickly approaches, school districts are gearing up for staffing needs in 2024-2025 and beyond. Check out our latest in brief for a refresher on educational support staff RIF procedures and more.

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ISBE releases template forms for sexual misconduct disclosures for applicants for employment effective July 1, 2023.

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As school districts continue to be challenged by the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, reductions in student enrollment, and the rampant rise in inflation, all options available to limit costs, including workforce reductions, may need to be considered. 

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