This second edition of Illinois Law in the School Office has been completely updated and revised to help school office personnel and administrators quickly and accurately handle day-to-day legal matters. Significant legal topics are discussed from a practical perspective. Frequently asked questions are addressed in a clear and concise manner. Supplemental materials include commonly used legal forms, practitioner checklists and legal references.
Chapters include: Understanding the Law; The School Office: The First Line of Contact; Compulsory Attendance, Residency, Enrollment and Withdrawal; Safeguarding and Maintaining Student Records; School Safety and Student Welfare; Managing Student Medical Needs and Medications; Immunizations, Health, Dental and Vision Requirements; Special Student Populations; Handling Money and Student School Account Management; Transportation and Related Issues; and Employment Issues and Rights. Publisher: Illinois Principals Association,
2015.
The book’s authors have substantial experience in advising schools and school personnel. Brian D. Schwartz has practiced school law for over 20 years. He is the associate director and general counsel to the Illinois Principals Association and an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois at Springfield. Scott L. Day is a former middle school and junior high administrator and is chair of the Department of Educational Leadership at the
University of Illinois at Springfield.