Due Process

Schools are legally obligated to give reasons for not renewing the contract of a probationary teacher.

True

False

What non-renewal situation for a probationary teacher allows for due process rights?

Non-renewal for poor classroom management.

Non-renewal for incompetence.

Non-renewal for violation of rules.

Non-renewal for stigmatizing reasons.

A school board is a fair tribunal for a hearing.

True

False

One of the main interests protected by due process in teacher non-renewal cases is?

Due process in schools is a fixed process and is not flexible to the situation.

True

False

Notice of charges in minor student disciplinary events can be " " or " ".

A serious student discipline case is one that might result in

Expulsion

Detention

In-School Suspension

Write-up

According to the court, due process does not afford high school students the right to confront and cross-examine student accusers at expulsion hearings.

True

False

Do Miranda rights apply to school situations?

Yes

Sometimes

Teachers cannot claim privacy rights in their work spaces as long as other teachers, custodians, and staff have regular access to those spaces.

True

False

When can a school require a drug test for a teacher?

Always

Never

If they hold a "safety sensitive" positions

If they have prior behaviors

Why is it legal for schools to legally search student's lockers?

When can a school conduct random student drug-tests?

Always

Never

If they hear rumors about a student

Students participating in extra-curricular activities

When can a school search a student off of school grounds?

Always

Never

In school-related activities

If they run into them on the street

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