In this course students will examine the legal aspects of schools and education. Areas of emphasis include laws governing religious freedom, free speech, due process, student and parent rights, and privacy . Attention will also be given to the American Disabilities Act, Special Education laws, harassment and equity among people of different races, religions, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. The course also addresses laws on general school operations, the dissemination of information, permissions and safety of the preschool elementary, middle and secondary levels. Credits: 4