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The Education Law Blog offers updates, insights and advice on education in Michigan.

25 May 2023

Governmental Immunity and Schools

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Adam Walker summarizes the recent Oxford Schools decision and what governmental immunity means for schools. Watch the 5 Minute Message here.  Stay Connected With Us: Email: Want to receive Miller Johnson’s education law email updates? Subscribe here and check the “Education Law” email list. YouTube: […]

 
18 May 2023

Prohibitive Subjects of Bargaining for Schools

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Bob Schindler discusses the potential legislation to remove prohibitive subjects of bargaining from the Michigan Public Employment Relations Act and what this could mean for schools. Watch the 5 Minute Message here. Stay Connected With Us: Email: Want to receive Miller Johnson’s education law email […]

11 May 2023

End of School Year: Michigan Legislative Update...

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Bob Schindler summarizes the Michigan legislative activity and bills that have gone through the state legislature this year and what they mean for schools. In particular, he discusses, the Right To Work repeal; the Prevailing Wage Act; the Michigan 3rd grade reading law; HB 4166 […]

04 May 2023

Professional Development Opportunities for Your...

In this 5 Minute Message, Kevin Sutton discusses the importance of professional development for school administrators and previews the #MJEdLaw Speaking Road Show. If you are interested in getting professional development scheduled, consult the “Upcoming Presentations” section on the redesigned MJ Education Law practice group page here. Watch the 5 Minute Message here. We’re now […]

09 February 2023

What to Know About Non-Renewal of a School Admi...

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Miller Johnson attorney Bob Schindler discusses the important timelines to keep in mind when considering not renewing a contract of a school administrator as well as the difference between non-renewal and termination. Watch the 5 Minute Message here. Questions? Contact the author Robert Schindler. Stay […]

12 January 2023

Immigration And Recruiting International Talent...

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Miller Johnson attorney Kevin Battle outlines the options schools have to recruit international talent. Watch the 5 Minute Message here.  Questions? Contact the author Kevin Battle. Stay Connected With Us: Email: Want to receive Miller Johnson’s education law email updates? Subscribe here and check the […]

Service Animals
08 December 2022

What Schools Need To Know About Allowing Servic...

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Miller Johnson attorney Cathy Tracey discusses what Michigan schools need to keep in mind when it comes to service animal requests. Watch the 5 Minute Message here. Questions? Contact the author Cathy Tracey. Stay Connected With Us: Email: Want to receive Miller Johnson’s education law […]

Book Banning
10 November 2022

What The Law Says About Schools Banning Books

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Miller Johnson attorney Kevin Sutton discusses what school districts should consider when it comes to banning books. Watch the 5 Minute Message here. Questions? Contact the author Kevin Sutton.

Education Law: Parental Rights
26 October 2022

Michigan Legislature Adds Parental Rights Posti...

Earlier this year, the Michigan Legislature enacted Public Act 213 of 2022, which amends the Revised School Code. The law does not add any substantive obligations for Michigan’s public school districts. Instead, it merely requires local school districts, ISDs, and public school academies to prominently post certain portions of Michigan law in various areas of […]