I′m a student with a disability. What rights do I have?
Not long ago, children with disabilities were excluded from the same educational advantages given to students without disabilities. Beginning in
CategoryStudent Rights at School
Your First Amendment rights at school, cell phone use & more.
Are school records public information?
School records, which may include medical, legal, criminal, or mental health information, are not public records. This means that only
Is prayer allowed in public schools?
In 1989, two prayers were given by a rabbi at a Rhode Island middle school graduation ceremony. Fourteen-year-old Deborah* and
Do I have complete freedom of expression in school?
Although students have First Amendment rights in the school setting, no one, whether a juvenile or adult (student or not), has
Can schools force students to submit to drug testing?
The issue of drug testing in schools concerns everyone on campus. While in session, your school is considered to be your
Can a school official search a student?
The Fourth Amendment protects you against unreasonable searches and seizures. Does this apply to students at school? Yes. Does it mean that your
Do dress codes at school violate the First Amendment?
Not only has every parent in America been asked at some point why their kid can’t wear what they want to
What if I damage school property?
All students are responsible for taking care of their books and school materials. If yours are damaged or lost, you
When can my school discipline me? What is corporal punishment?
At the beginning of the school year, you may be given a copy of the school′s rules regarding what′s expected
What will happen to me if I ditch school?
State law requires you to be in school for a certain number of days each school year (compulsory attendance laws).