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Thanks for a fabulous conference, NSAA!

Fort Worth, Texas

Cowtown did not disappoint!

SAVE THE DATES!

NSAA 2026 Spring Virtual Conference: March 3, 4, 25, 26

NEW DATES! NSAA 2026 Annual Conference: October 14-16, St. Louis, Missouri

NSAA IS ACCEPTING PROPOSALS FOR OUR 2026 CONFERENCES. SUBMISSION CRITERIA AND INSTRUCTIONS HERE.

NSAA Member Lunch & Learn Webinars*

Tuesday, November 18, 12:00 Noon Eastern
In partnership with the Association of School Business Officials International
How School Attorneys and SBOs Can Partner to Support Students and Mitigate Legal and Financial Risk in the Current Climate
Wednesday, December 3, 12:00 Noon Eastern
Take a Breath: Ethics Tips from a Toddler Parent
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Building a Defensible Record: Advising School Officials on Effective Staff Evaluations
*Register on the Programs and Events page.

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

School Law News This Week 11.06.2025

In This Issue

The Practice: When Can, or Should, a Lawyer Reveal Client Behavior She Believes is Malfeasance?

✨ School Law Scoop: New Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program

📚 Case Law Update: Tenth Circuit Reverses Dismissal of Attorney’s Suit Against Public Employer, Finding Public Whistleblowing Not Pursuant to Official Duties; NJ District Court Denies School Officials’ and District’s Motion to Dismiss in Search/Seizure Case Involving Student; MORE

🏛️ Federal Watch: The Ghost of Education Department (-less) Future?

📅 Events & Opportunities: On November 18, NSAA members have a unique opportunity to hear from a school attorney and school business official tackling a very real problem districts face right now - How School Attorneys and SBOs Can Partner to Support Students and Mitigate Risk. Register here.

🔗 Resource Center: Have you tried logging in and searching the NSAA site for resources? Conference materials and past newsletters are included!

NSAA Amicus Briefs:

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: 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