This is not a session on School Laws.  This is about the Superintendent's understanding and use of law, keeping abreast of the law, relations with attorneys, and his/her role in making law (legislation/tort, Commissioner Regulations, Board Policy, and Administrative Regulations), and role in the appeal process.

Following is a listing of some topics that can be discussed:

The Superintendent as Legal Leader of the District
     - how much law do you need to know - confidence - when do you act, when do you wait

Understanding School Laws and Staying Informed
     - sources of law - reading law (legislation and tort) - writing Board policy and ARs

Law in the Local School-Community Culture
     - understanding law in the local school and community culture

The School Attorney and Other Attorneys
     - what should you expect from your school attorney - changing attorneys - assessing degrees of legal  expertise - degrees of fire power - assessing/controlling costs

Legal Actions and On Being Sued
     - avoiding and initiating litigation - moves and countermoves

Preparing for a New Position (Superintendency)
     - outstanding litigation - legal history of the board/district/community
 
Common Legal Issues in a School District
     - Employee/Personnel Issues
     - Student Issues
     - Students with Disabilities
      - Taxation
     - Student Discipline
     - US Constitution Issues (discrimination, freedom of speech, etc.)
     - Board Policies
     - Board Meetings/Resolutions/Executive Session
     - Fiscal Responsibilities
     - Transportation
     - Religion in Schools
     - Use of District Property/Facilities/Materials
     - Fraud
     - Residency
     - Negligence/Injuries