FAQs

…charge a fee for its services? No. All of ELC’s services are free of charge. What happens when I call or e-mail ELC? You’ll be asked to leave a message…

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Rights of Students in Foster Care

Children involved in the foster care system have the right to a free public education, like all public school students. These rights are not lost because of system involvement, and…

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Student Rights in Hospitals

Students in hospital programs, including partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), inpatient hospitalization programs, and day treatment programs maintain their right to a free public education. Learn more about student rights in…

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Inclusive Schools and Honest Education

Welcoming and inclusive schools that provide honest, accurate information to students give our children the freedom to pursue their dreams and prepare them to fully participate in a diverse society….

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Addressing Attendance Barriers (‘Truancy’)

…ability-to-pay determination and 5% admitted they “never” do. In February 2024, ELC staff attorney Paige Joki co-authored a new law review article, Reproducing Inequality: Racial Capitalism and the Cost of…

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Rights of Pregnant and Parenting Students

Students who are pregnant and parenting deserve the opportunity to complete their education free from bias and discrimination and in a learning environment that is supportive and affirming. This fact…

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…official registration and financial information of the Education Law Center may be obtained from the Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999 . Registration does not imply endorsement. …

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Contact

ELC’s Helpline ELC provides information, referrals, legal advice, and advocacy to families, youth, caseworkers, attorneys, judges, community members, etc. statewide through its Helpline. We provide this service free of charge….

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2015 40A Early Sponsor Packet Final

…book  Listing on website  4 tickets to ELC event Education Sponsor – $1,000  Half page ad in ELC event program book  Listing/link on website  8…

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