Forida Educators and The Constitution and Church and State and the Public Schools Flashcards
14th Amendment of the Constitution
Freedom of expression, academic freedom, Freedom of Association Right to Privacy Right of personal appearance
Freedom of Expression for school teachers.
When teachers speak about a school and district’s position on an issue. Public employee speak about t and employer discipline them.
Pickering vs board of education Lessona
1) Public employees have right to speak concerning public issues
2) If the expression is damaging other teachers’ teaching and effecting the institution, there might be an action against the employee.
Just Read
In a lawsuit, the first step is to look at if the action is for the interest of the public and institution. If it is not, employees may be found as guilty.
Search of an office and filing cabinet require a need for reasonable search.
School board has authority to regulate employee dress code. Needs to be equal and fair. Board’s decision usually overweight’s employee.
Academic Freedom. Even if the college professors have a lot of flexibility about what to teach, K-12 system don’t have this flexibility. If it is not directed otherwise, teachers have power to make decisions on their choice of teaching strategy
Transportation
States can provide and pay for the private students’ transportation for the best interest of the student.
Private school trips are for the interest of the school and violates laws.
Text Books and Equipment
Free lend to students grades from 7 to 12
Can parochial school receive money for textbooks.
No to the field trips, instructional materials an equipment but up to the sates for text books, texting and scoring.
Tuition Reimbursement and Tax Relief
Parents can receive money or tax breakdowns if the support is given to the students and 14th amendment’s equal protection clause if protected.
Religious classes on the school premises
They cant be released to a religious class in school. They can be released to a religious institution.
Religious prayers in graduation ceremonies.
It is acceptable. School officials cant require or involve in it. Students can chose not to participate or remain silent during the ceremonies. The ceremonies are optional and extra curriculum activity.
