Educational Resources

Making education law, policy, and parental rights easier to understand

Our educational resources give parents, families, and students the information they need to understand their rights, navigate school policies, and make better-informed decisions. From practical how-to guides and explanations of federal law to Supreme Court cases, policy issues, and commonly used education jargon, these resources make complicated topics easier to digest.

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Opt Out Requirement after Mahmoud v. Taylor Supreme Court Ruling

Opting Out

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act: What Parents Need to Know About FERPA

Filing a FOIA

Parent Group Branding and Messaging: Five Guiding Principles

The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA): A Toolkit for Parents

Advocacy in Hostile Districts/States – Good Parenting

Running for School Board – A Starter Guide!

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) 101

How to Speak to Your School Board

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