The importance of safety at school is top of mind; recent incidents of bullying and harassment in schools further underscore the importance of municipal and school law practitioners being able to identify and understand key requirements and trends in this arena. The compounding impact of COVID-19 on students' mental health and behavior as they emerge from the pandemic and resume attending school in person adds yet another dimension.
This new program provides a current summation and analysis of the key legal principles of bullying under Massachusetts statutes and regulations. In addition, the faculty examine the legal elements of harassment on the federal and state level-and provide a comprehensive synopsis of school discipline requirements for both regular education students and students enrolled in special education.
The faculty consists of experienced attorneys who practice in private firms, non-profit organizations, and government agencies-each bringing you different perspectives on these critical issues.
This new program provides a current summation and analysis of the key legal principles of bullying under Massachusetts statutes and regulations. In addition, the faculty examine the legal elements of harassment on the federal and state level-and provide a comprehensive synopsis of school discipline requirements for both regular education students and students enrolled in special education.
The faculty consists of experienced attorneys who practice in private firms, non-profit organizations, and government agencies-each bringing you different perspectives on these critical issues.
Course Content
12:00 - 12:20 pmKey Statutory, Regulatory, and Policy Directives That Apply to Bullying, Harassment, and Discipline
Statutory definition of bullying; Department of Elementary & Secondary Education’s policy guidance to schools on bullying Legal framework of harassment; How it differs from bullying, and what federal and state statutes pertain to harassment Review of Massachusetts statutes pertaining to discipline of regular education students State and federal statutes pertaining to the discipline of students who are receiving special education services
Daniel W. Ahearn, Esq.,, Wenham
Michelle A. Moor, Esq.,
Moor and Gregg LLC, Middleton
12:20 - 1:05 pm
Practical Suggestions on How to Address Incidents of Bullying and Harassment
Justin Gomes, Esq.,
Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP, Boston
1:05 - 1:50 pm
Important Legal Requirements and Principles Relating to Discipline of Students and Practical Tips
Marlies Spanjaard, Esq.,
Committee for Public Counsel Services - EdLaw Project, Boston
Michelle A. Moor, Esq.,
Moor and Gregg LLC, Middleton
1:50 - 2:00 pm
“Ask the Experts” Q&A Session
Panel
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
ChairDaniel W. Ahearn, Esq.,
Wenham
Faculty
Justin Gomes, Esq.,
Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP, Boston
Michelle A. Moor, Esq.,
Moor and Gregg LLC, Middleton
Marlies Spanjaard, Esq.,
Committee for Public Counsel Services - EdLaw Project, Boston
