Product Description

School law is a comprehensive and constantly evolving world at any time—but never more so than now—in light of all the changes wrought by the pandemic. As schools, parents, and regulatory agencies react to rapidly changing times, keeping up with the flood of new developments presents a greater challenge than ever for busy practitioners. MCLE's 21st Annual School Law Conference 2021 examines the latest changes and trends in school-related laws, regulations, policies, and practices. Experienced attorneys and other school-related professionals distill the most significant updates of the preceding year into a single day of cutting-edge information and lively discussion.

The Conference offers a comprehensive review of developments in the law through court cases, BSEA decisions, legislation, and regulatory changes. Experienced attorneys offer advice on cutting-edge topics, including the changes wrought by COVID-19 and ways to foster diversity in schools.

Whether you represent school districts, school employees, or parents and students, the Conference is a necessity for your practice.

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30 am - 10:20 am

  COVID-19 and Special Education in Massachusetts - Superintendent's View

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  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  Russell Johnston, Ph.D, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education , Malden
  
• 10:20 am - 10:53 am

  COVID-19 and Special Education Panel Discussion

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  Russell Johnston, Ph.D, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education , Malden
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  Alisia E. St. Florian, Esq., Murphy, Hesse, Toomey & Lehane LLP , Quincy
  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  
• 10:53 am - 12:26 pm

  Education Law Update 2021

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  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  Reece Erlichman, Esq., Bureau of Special Education Appeals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Malden
  Nancy N. Nevils, Esq., Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP , Boston
  
• 12:26 pm - 12:46 pm

  Break
• 12:46 pm - 2:20 pm

  Education Law Update 2021

  Reece Erlichman, Esq., Bureau of Special Education Appeals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Malden
  Nancy N. Nevils, Esq., Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LLP , Boston
  Eileen M. Hagerty, Esq., Kotin, Crabtree & Strong LLP , Newton
  
• 2:20 pm - 3:26 pm

  Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Facilitating and Sustaining Culturally Responsive School Environments

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  Thomas Anderson, New Bedford Public Schools , New Bedford
  Tere Ramos, Esq., Committee for Public Counsel Services , Boston
  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
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• 3:26 pm - 4:37 pm

  Prosecuting and Defending Compensatory Education Claims Arising from COVID-19 School Closures and School Reopening Plans

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  Michelle A. Moor, Esq., Moor and Gregg LLC , Middleton
  Timothy A. Sindelar, Esq., The EdLaw Project, Youth Advocacy Foundation , Roxbury
  Myrto Flessas, Esq., Bureau of Special Education Appeals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Malden
  Paige L. Tobin, Esq., Murphy, Lamere & Murphy, PC , Braintree
  Catherine L. Lyons, Esq., Lyons Law Group LLC , Rockland
  
• 4:37 pm - 4:50 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

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  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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