Cyberbullying: Fact Sheet

…also apply to cyberbullying. Learn more about cyberbullying here. For more information on bullying, see ELC’s toolkit, What to Do When Your Child Is Bullied or Harassed: A Parent’s Guide…

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Expulsions in Pennsylvania

A fact sheet providing information for parents and guardians on the rules and procedures for student expulsions from school district and charter schools. While public schools have wide latitude to…

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Education Law Center Names New Policy Director

…member of our team, thoughtfully, strategically, and effectively carrying forth our mission through policy advocacy,” said Deborah Gordon Klehr, ELC’s executive director. “Whether she is artfully providing testimony to the…

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About ELC

…class lines. Give families a voice in their children’s education, the tools to resolve problems that their children experience in school, and the information to be advocates for improvements to…

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Resolving Special Education Disagreements

…offered by the school, the type and length of services, and the child’s school and classroom placement. This fact sheet provides information on how parents can address and resolve disagreements….

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The Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness

…once in a school year due to experiencing homelessness. This fact sheet provides detailed information and resources for youth experiencing homelessness regarding their education rights under federal and state law….

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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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Addressing Attendance Barriers (‘Truancy’)

Welcome to ELC’s portal for all things attendance and truancy in Pennsylvania. Below you’ll find links to information, parent resources, and publications related to parent and student rights in the…

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