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Save the Date:

NSAA's 4th Annual Conference will be held October 14-16, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri!

* 1.5 Day Boot Camp for Attorneys New to School Law October 13-14

* Workalike meetings and discussion groups October 14

* Interactive general sessions October 14 - 16 including Ethics

* Fun social events hosted by colleagues

Future Annual Conferences:

October 13-15, 2027 Santa Fe, New Mexico

October 11-13, 2028 New Orleans, Louisiana

School Law News This Week 04.17.2026

In This Issue

The Practice: ABA Opines that Attorneys Must Disclose Potential Judicial Conflicts

✨ School Law Scoop: Settlement and New Complaint Challenging Gender Identity Support Policies

📚 Case Law Update: 8^th Circuit Affirms Denial of Injunction Challenging Transgender Athlete’s Participation; 9^th Circuit Finds School Consenting for Parents Per COPPA Rule Does Not Establish Agency Relationship, and MORE

🏛️ Federal Watch: OCR Investigates Texas District Over Discontinuing One Special Ed Classroom; FCC to Vote on New E-Rate Bidding Portal, and MORE

📅 Events & Opportunities: May 19 member discussion – student walkouts and protests

🔗 Resources: Conference presentation materials available to members

NSAA Amicus Briefs and Public Comments:

NSAA Public Comment: SAM Registration Certifications (General Services Administration's proposed revisions to modify the Financial Assistance General Representations and Certifications to align with updated executive branch guidance including DOJ Guidance)

Anoka Hennepin Education Minnesota ("AHEM") v. Huizenga (Supreme Court petition stage -- standing of municipal taxpayers to challenge school board's reimbursed expenditures)

Mahmoud v. Taylor (Supreme Court merits -- parent Free Exercise opt-out rights re; LGBTQ supportive books in the reading curriculum)

A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools (Supreme Court merits - standard of liability for education-related claim under Section 504/ADA)

Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond (Supreme Court merits - whether private religious school operating charter school constitutes state action; whether denial of charter to religious virtual school violates Free Exercise rights)

Federal Communications Commission v. Consumers' Research (Supreme Court merits - whether the universal service fee mechanism, by which the E-Rate program is funded, violates the nondelegation doctrine)

NSAA Member Lunch & Learn Webinars

**NEW Member Discussion Group!**
Civil Rights Forum for School Attorneys
Join your school law colleagues from across the country who represent public schools in civil rights matters, from OCR complaints to litigation and everything in between. The groups will meet monthly to discuss practical approaches, enforcement trends, and evolving legal standards.
Next discussion date Friday, April 17.

Tuesday, May 19
Student Protests and Walkouts: A Member Discussion
Following up on the Spring Virtual Conference session, Symbols, Speech, and Schools: Advising Districts on Free Expression Rights, David Braun and Nicki Bazer (Franczek in Illinois), will be hosting a conversation on student protests and walkouts.
Detailed description and registration available here.

School Law Resources

Looking for guidance on school law? NSAA makes certain school law materials available to school officials and the public to support informed and effective decision-making.

The Supreme Court's Four School Law Rulings in 2024 on:

Disability Discrimination

Parent Opt-Out Rights

E-Rate

Religious Charter Schools

NSAA members enjoy exclusive access to a robust collection of tools, templates, and guidance designed specifically for school attorneys. Make the most of your membership by exploring key resources like:

Executive Action Challenges Chart

Notices, Policies, and Training Required by Federal Law

This is just a sample of what’s available—visit the full resource library to discover practical materials that support your day-to-day work and long-term strategy.

NSAA Thanks Our Annual Conference Sponsors!

We thank the following organizations for their generous support of NSAA's Third Annual Conference in Fort Worth.

Church Church Hittle & Antrim (IN) - Platinum

ECR Solutions (TX) - Platinum

Leasor Crass (TX) - Platinum

Osborn Maledon (AZ) - Platinum

Rogers, Morris & Grover (TX) - Platinum

Thompson & Horton LLP (TX) - Platinum

Vandeberg Johnson Gandara (WA) - Platinum

Carrington, Coleman, Sloman & Blumenthal (TX) - Gold

Himes, Petrarca, & Fester (IL) -- Bronze

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NSAA: An Independent, Self-Governed School Attorneys Association

The National School Attorneys Association (NSAA) is a grassroots, independent, and self-governed network of school attorneys from across the country. We bring together legal professionals who advocate for public schools, offering meaningful connection, collaboration, and support. Through regular webinars, discussions, and timely updates, NSAA keeps members informed and engaged with the ever-evolving legal landscape affecting public schools.

Why join NSAA?

Powerful Network: Connect with a vibrant community of school attorneys from across the country who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in education law.
Timely Knowledge-Sharing: Stay ahead of the curve with access to an active discussion forum, regular member huddles on emerging issues, and monthly webinars—all free with membership.
Weekly Legal Updates: Receive a concise, attorney-focused newsletter with the latest news, case law, and developments impacting public schools.
Exclusive CLE Discounts: Enjoy members-only pricing on NSAA’s high-quality CLE conferences designed specifically for school attorneys.
National Advocacy: NSAA is the leading voice on legal issues affecting public schools through amicus briefs, public comments, and national policy and legal discussions.

Sign up today for just $275!

Questions about joining, supporting, or sponsoring NSAA? Contact Sonja Trainor, Executive Director.

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NSAA proudly partners with AASA, the Superintendents Association, to present an innovative new legal training program for Superintendents.

NSAA membership offers you access to the largest network of attorneys who represent public schools.

Post an inquiry, offer insights, observe discussions on the NSAA Listserv.
Attend monthly Lunch & Learn webinars and regular conversations on topics of the day – free for NSAA members.
Post your open school law position in the NSAA Career Center – free for members.
Take advantage of member pricing on NSAA conferences.

NSAA’s Legal Advocacy provides courts and agencies with the school attorney perspective on key issues affecting public education. We file amicus briefs in federal appellate courts, including the Supreme Court, and comments in federal agencies.

Learn more in our Resource Library