ACLU Focuses Attention on Unconstitutional Student Charges

Presentation by Howard A. Friedman on October 5, 2010

The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a class action lawsuit against the State of California alleging that the State has failed to uphold the right to a free public education provided for in the California Constitution. The ACLU alleges public schools “unabashedly trample upon this constitutional right by requiring students to pay fees and purchase assigned materials for courses for academic credit.” Given the dire state of school budgets, it’s likely that otherwise well-intentioned staff might be crossing the line on legitimate charges. This webinar will provide practical tips for reviewing and/or reconsidering polices and practices on charging for such things as course registration, textbooks, workbooks, assigned novels and the Advanced Placement exams.

Howard A. Friedman, Partner, Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost LLP will walk attendees through the “dues” and don’ts on the issue of charging for educational materials/activities.