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2018 School Law eConference
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2018 School Law eConference
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Good speakers. I enjoyed the interactive portions based on example issues.
The cybersecurity and special education presentations were especially interesting.
This was a most excellent conference well planned.
I really wish presenters would refrain from political comments.
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UT Law’s 33rd Annual School Law eConference is the definitive program for school administrators, school board members, education professionals and the legal counsel who represent them. Presentations offer in-depth, practical discussion of the legal and regulatory issues affecting schools and school districts and provide a must-have set of materials and resources.
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Commissioner Decisions Update (Mar 2018)
Mark P. Tilley
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Session 1
—61 mins
Commissioner Decisions Update (Mar 2018)
Hear an update on Commissioner of Education decisions from the past year.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Mark P. Tilley,
Texas Association of School Boards - Austin, TX
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Recent Opinions Issued by the Attorney General (Mar 2018)
Haley Turner
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—28 mins
Recent Opinions Issued by the Attorney General (Mar 2018)
Review recent opinions issued by the Texas Attorney General that may affect public schools and school law.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Haley Turner,
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Russo & Kyle P.C. - Austin, TX
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In Case of Emergency: A Legal Toolkit for Disaster Preparedness (Mar 2018)
Merri Schneider-Vogel, Ellen H. Spalding
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In Case of Emergency: A Legal Toolkit for Disaster Preparedness (Mar 2018)
Disaster is brewing … What do you do to prepare (if you have time)? And how do you quickly get operations back to normal after it hits? Explore the legal and practical issues of disaster preparedness and recovery from an operations and employment standpoint. Using recent disasters as a guide (wildfires, man-made fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, etc), examine lessons learned and get helpful tips.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Merri Schneider-Vogel,
Thompson & Horton LLP - Houston, TX
Ellen H. Spalding,
Rogers, Morris & Grover, L.L.P. - Houston, TX
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Advice From the Inside: Preparing for and Dealing with Student Issues that Follow Catastrophic Events (Mar 2018)
Justin R. Graham, Stephanie Maher
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Session 4
—58 mins
Advice From the Inside: Preparing for and Dealing with Student Issues that Follow Catastrophic Events (Mar 2018)
When disaster strikes, school districts serve as a port in the storm for students and the wider-community in crisis. Hear practical advice regarding legal issues to raise and steps to take before, during, and after a catastrophic event to support students, the mission of the school district, and stay #StudentStrong.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Justin R. Graham,
Katy Independent School District - Katy, TX
Stephanie Maher,
Humble Independent School District - Humble, TX
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Immigration Issues Affecting Public School Districts (Mar 2018)
Juan J. Cruz
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Session 5
—28 mins
Immigration Issues Affecting Public School Districts (Mar 2018)
Survey established case law on the service of undocumented students in public schools, and explore several key issues related to the service of undocumented students, including student privacy laws, student documentation requests, and federal immigration enforcement efforts in schools.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Juan J. Cruz,
J. Cruz & Associates, LLC - Laredo, TX
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Partners in Education: The Parent/Educator Relationship (Mar 2018)
Andrea Slater Gulley
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Session 6
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Partners in Education: The Parent/Educator Relationship (Mar 2018)
Teachers and administrators work as partners with parents to ensure a positive educational experience for students. Discuss the pros and cons of informal communications between educators and parents, such as texting and the use of online programs, as well as tips for helping school employees maintain a professional and effective relationship with parents.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Andrea Slater Gulley,
Amarillo Independent School District - Amarillo, TX
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An Overview of Unemployment Claims and Appeals (Mar 2018)
William T. (Tommy) Simmons
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Session 7
—29 mins
An Overview of Unemployment Claims and Appeals (Mar 2018)
Survey unemployment compensation law in Texas and review who can file unemployment claims, the times during which claims can be filed, what the qualification and eligibility criteria are for receiving unemployment benefits, methods for appealing adverse rulings, best strategies for handling claim responses and appeals, and how an employer can qualify for chargeback protection.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
William T. (Tommy) Simmons,
Texas Workforce Commission - Austin, TX
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Medical Privacy in the Workplace (Mar 2018)
Jennifer A. Powell
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Session 8
—30 mins
Medical Privacy in the Workplace (Mar 2018)
Employees may be required to share private health information with their employers. Explore the various laws that impact the collection and handling of such information, including the ADA, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and HIPAA, and the best practices for complying.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Jennifer A. Powell,
Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Mehl, PC - Austin, TX
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What Happens in Vegas? (Mar 2018)
Giana Ortiz, S. Anthony Safi
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Session 9
—59 mins
What Happens in Vegas? (Mar 2018)
What happens when school employees or students engage in immoral or unseemly (noncriminal) conduct off campus? Examine legal issues that may come into play, including board policies, educator codes of ethics, and student codes of conduct.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Giana Ortiz,
The Ortiz Law Firm - Arlington, TX
S. Anthony Safi,
Mounce, Green, Myers, Safi, Paxson & Galatzan, P.C. - El Paso, TX
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The Complaints You Won’t Hear (Mar 2018)
Paige Williams
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Session 10
—28 mins
The Complaints You Won’t Hear (Mar 2018)
Teachers call their organizations and attorneys about many issues that don’t ever result in grievances. Hear from a teacher attorney about the complaints that the school board/school district won’t typically hear, but which are the basis for the majority of calls from unhappy teachers.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Paige Williams,
Texas Classroom Teachers Association - Austin, TX
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Civil Rights Litigation Update (Mar 2018)
Thomas P. Brandt
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Session 11
—45 mins
Civil Rights Litigation Update (Mar 2018)
Get updated on recent developments in Title IX and Section 504/ADA litigation involving schools, and hear about retaliation claims, recent appellate decisions, and liability issues currently on review before appellate courts.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Thomas P. Brandt,
Fanning Harper Martinson Brandt & Kutchin, P.C. - Dallas, TX
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Cyberbullying and the Impact of David's Law (Mar 2018)
Christine Badillo
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Session 12
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Cyberbullying and the Impact of David's Law (Mar 2018)
Explore new developments to state law on bullying brought about S.B.179, David’s Law, and take a look at how cyberbullying and other aspects of bullying cases have been treated by the courts.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Christine Badillo,
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Russo & Kyle P.C. - Austin, TX
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Navigating the World of SBEC Disciplinary Hearings: Lessons Learned and Practice Tips (Mar 2018)
Joey W. Moore
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Session 13
—29 mins
Navigating the World of SBEC Disciplinary Hearings: Lessons Learned and Practice Tips (Mar 2018)
With allegations of educator misconduct on the rise, litigating educator disciplinary cases will likely become more common. Review current enforcement trends and sanctions issued by the agency, and get practical tips for litigating disciplinary matters.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Joey W. Moore,
Walsh Gallegos Treviño Russo & Kyle P.C. - Austin, TX
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Under Attack! Minimizing the Risk and Mitigating the Impact of Cybercrime (Mar 2018)
Mari M. McGowan, Brett Leatherman
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Session 14
—45 mins
Under Attack! Minimizing the Risk and Mitigating the Impact of Cybercrime (Mar 2018)
According to the FBI, schools and colleges are the hot new target for sophisticated cybercriminals. These crooks use a combination of new technology and old-fashioned con-artist techniques to steal millions of dollars and put sensitive data at risk. There are legal and practical steps a school can take to prevent and mitigate cybercrime. Learn about the most commonly employed cybercrime techniques and the steps your institution can take to minimize the risk and mitigate the impact of cyber-attacks.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Mari M. McGowan,
Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett, P.C. - McKinney, TX
Brett Leatherman,
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Dallas, TX
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Cybersecurity Planning (Mar 2018)
Henson Adams, Emily Westridge Black
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Session 15
—30 mins
Cybersecurity Planning (Mar 2018)
When (not if) a data breach occurs, will you be ready to respond? Learn the most important steps to take, key considerations, and essential tools to use in developing your incident response plan.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Henson Adams,
Haynes and Boone, LLP - San Antonio, TX
Emily Westridge Black,
Haynes and Boone, LLP - Austin, TX
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Dealing with Rogue Board Members (Mar 2018)
Miles T. Bradshaw, Leslie R. Story
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Session 16
—33 mins
Dealing with Rogue Board Members (Mar 2018)
When a board member is pursuing interests that are different from the rest of the board it can create inefficiencies and disharmony. Learn how a school district’s legal counsel can assist the district and the rest of the board in dealing with board members who are not all on the same page.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Miles T. Bradshaw,
Karczewski | Bradshaw, L.L.P. - Nacogdoches, TX
Leslie R. Story,
Texas Association of School Boards - Austin, TX
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Top 10 Hits of Legal Issues in Special Education in 2017 (Mar 2018)
Dianna D. Bowen
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Session 17
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Top 10 Hits of Legal Issues in Special Education in 2017 (Mar 2018)
Service animals, transgender students, and Endrew F. are just a few of the most enlightening developments in special education law for 2017. Hear a Casey Kasem-style countdown covering the most recent and important court cases, due process hearing opinions, and legal developments that every school lawyer needs to know. Explore the latest changes in special education law and provide lessons learned as well as best practice tips you can use to steer your schools in the right direction away from the court room.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Dianna D. Bowen,
Thompson & Horton LLP - Dallas, TX
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Copyright (Mar 2018)
Carol A. Simpson
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Session 18
—25 mins
Copyright (Mar 2018)
Copyright doesn’t come up daily in school practice, but when it does it can be befuddling. Take a short primer on copyright educational fair use, plus a discussion of some current school copyright law defensive actions.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Carol A. Simpson,
Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Mehl, P.C. - Plano, TX
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Ethics Jeopardy: Hollywood Edition (Mar 2018)
Adam T. Schramek, Nathan Damweber
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Session 19
—65 mins
Ethics Jeopardy: Hollywood Edition (Mar 2018)
Get ethics credit in a fun, interactive, game show format. Refresh your knowledge of the Texas Disciplinary Rules and learn about new ethics opinions through hypotheticals based on your favorite Hollywood movies. Plus, you will be able to use your cell phone or laptop to vote on the best answer to each ethical dilemma, with results displayed in real time.
Originally presented: Feb 2018 School Law Conference
Adam T. Schramek,
Norton Rose Fulbright - Austin, TX
Nathan Damweber,
Norton Rose Fulbright - Austin, TX