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SLLA 6990 Practice: Laws Questions
and Answers Latest Version Graded A+
What federal law ensures students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE)?✔✔ Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
What does due process protect in student discipline?✔✔ The right of students to be treated fairly before being punished
What law prohibits discrimination in schools based on sex?✔✔ Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Which law requires schools to provide equal access to education for students who have physical or mental impairments?✔✔ Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
What is the legal term for a teacher or administrator intentionally ignoring a known safety issue?✔✔ Negligence 1 / 2
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What is required before a long-term suspension or expulsion can be imposed on a student?✔✔ A formal hearing with notice and the opportunity to be heard
What law protects the confidentiality of student education records?✔✔ Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
What legal protection prevents teachers from being fired without cause if they have achieved tenure?✔✔ Due process rights
What is a Manifestation Determination Review (MDR)?✔✔ A meeting to determine if a student’s behavior is related to their disability
What is the maximum number of days a student with an IEP can be suspended without triggering special education protections?✔✔ 10 cumulative school days
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