Education Law Kansas
Defending Against Zero-Tolerance Policy Expulsions for Weapons in Kansas Schools
School safety is a top priority for every community, and in response to national tragedies, Kansas has adopted strict zero-tolerance policies regarding weapons on school grounds. I...
Suing a Kansas School District for Failing to Implement an IEP: Timelines & Costs
When a Kansas public school fails to follow an Individualized Education Program (IEP), it directly harms your child's future. Whether your family lives in Wichita, Overland Park, o...
How to Get a Protection from Stalking (PFS) Order Against a Neighbor in Kansas
Living next to a harassing or obsessive neighbor can quickly turn your sanctuary into a nightmare. In Kansas, the law recognizes the severe emotional and psychological toll that pe...
How to Navigate Kansas Public School Open Enrollment Laws and Transfer Denials
For decades, Kansas families were strictly locked into their local school districts based solely on their residential zip code. If the local school was underperforming, families ha...
The Kansas Student Publications Act: Defending Student Journalists Against School Censorship
In many states, public school principals have broad authority to censor student newspapers under old federal guidelines. However, Kansas stands out by offering robust First Amendme...
Kansas Revenge Porn Laws: How to Sue for Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Images
The non-consensual distribution of intimate images-commonly known as revenge porn-is a devastating betrayal that can destroy a person's reputation, career, and mental health. Fortu...
Kansas School Expulsion Hearings: A Comprehensive Guide to the K.S.A. 72-6114 Process
Learning that your child is facing expulsion from school can be one of the most terrifying moments for a parent. In Kansas, public school districts take behavioral infractions seri...
Securing an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at Public Expense in Kansas
Determining a child's special education needs relies heavily on psychological and educational testing. But what happens when the school district's psychologist evaluates your child...
Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDR) in Kansas: Protecting IEP and 504 Students from Discipline
When a student with a disability faces severe disciplinary action, standard school rules do not apply. Students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan are...
Can Kansas Schools Legally Punish Students for Off-Campus Social Media Posts?
In the digital age, the line between "school" and "home" has blurred. Principals and administrators increasingly attempt to discipline students for TikTok videos or Snapchat rants...
Political Speech and Dress Codes: When Kansas Schools Violate the First Amendment
A student's wardrobe is often their most direct form of self-expression. In an increasingly polarized society, Kansas school administrators frequently overstep their legal authorit...
Suing an Employer for Hostile Work Environment Under the Kansas Act Against Discrimination (KAAD)
Nobody should have to endure daily intimidation, slurs, or harassment just to earn a paycheck. In Kansas, the law provides robust protections for workers trapped in toxic environme...