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[Webinar] Navigating Workplace Investigations: Best Practices for K-12 School Districts - September 11th, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PT

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In the dynamic environment of K-12 education, maintaining an appropriate, safe, and supportive workplace is crucial. State and federal laws provide expanded protections for employees in relation to harassment, discrimination,...more

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5 Things Independent School Boards Can Do To Hone Their Governance Practices

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As independent school Boards consider how to best support the mission of their schools, one place they can start is to ensure that their governance documents and procedures conform to both legal requirements and best...more

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Another “Special” Session

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In a much anticipated joint statement, Lt. Governor Randy McNally and Speaker Cameron Sexton announced on Tuesday that they have obtained the signatures of two-thirds of the members of each of their respective chambers to...more

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Staying In Your Lane: Unnecessary Board Actions Can Create Legal Risk

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In the wake of the ravages COVID-19 is wreaking on educational institutions, independent and private school boards of trustees are seeking clarity on legal protections for board members and boards of trustees acting on behalf...more

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The Top Five Takeaways from the Public Access Counselor’s 2019 Binding Opinions

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The Illinois Attorney General’s Public Access Counselor was once again busy during 2019, issuing binding decisions of interest to public entities governed by the Illinois Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act....more

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