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Legal Lunch RoomSchool AthleticsFrom concussion protocols and eligibility disputes to booster clubs and naming rights, school sports are not just about touchdowns and trophies – they are a minefield of legal issues that can impact students, families and schools alike. On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, we explore the legal obligations schools have when it comes to student athletics. To coach us through these issues, we’re joined by education attorney Alyssa Hicks and Tom Duffy, Superintendent of Dallas School District. We hope you’ll tune in.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practi...2025-02-1233 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: School AthleticsFrom concussion protocols and eligibility disputes to booster clubs and naming rights, school sports are not just about touchdowns and trophies – they are a minefield of legal issues that can impact students, families and schools alike. On our next episode of the Legal Lunch Room, we’ll explore the legal obligations schools have when it comes to student athletics. We hope you’ll tune in.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is meant to be strictly informational and does not constitute legal advice. Should you have any questions about topics...2025-02-0600 minLegal Lunch RoomTitle IX 2024Since its inception in 1972, Title IX has been a cornerstone of protection against sex-based discrimination in federally-funded educational institutions. On this episode, we welcome members of the KingSpry Investigations and Compliance Services Team, Brian Taylor and Taisha Tolliver-Duran, to explore the basics of Title IX, what changes under the latest update to the regulations, and how this evolving law is shaping rights, responsibilities and procedures within our education system. We hope you’ll tune in.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is meant to be strictly informational and does no...2024-11-2020 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Title IX 2024Since its inception in 1972, Title IX has been a cornerstone of protection against sex-based discrimination in federally-funded educational institutions. On this episode, we welcome members of the KingSpry Investigations and Compliance Services Team,Brian Taylor and Taisha Tolliver-Duran, to explore the basics of Title IX, what changes occur under the latest update to the regulations, and how this evolving law is shaping rights, responsibilities and procedures within our education system. We hope you’ll tune in. Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is meant to be strictly informational and does...2024-11-1900 minLegal Lunch RoomWhat It Means to Serve On a School Board, Part TwoEffective governance is the backbone of any school district, guiding everything from policy-making to community engagement. Whether you’re a board member, educator, or interested community member, understanding the intricacies of school board governance is essential for fostering an environment where students can thrive. In Part Two of this special conversation, we’ll be talking about the Sunshine Law, transparency, and good advice for new board members with our special guests, Michael Faccinetto of the Bethlehem Area School District, Carol Facchiano of the Parkland School District and KingSpry’s Managing Partner, Jessica Moyer, who serves as soli...2024-10-1624 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: What It Means to Serve On a School Board, Part TwoWhether you’re a board member, educator, or interested community member, understanding the intricacies of school board governance is essential for fostering an environment where students can thrive. On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, we’ll be continuing our conversation with special guests, Michael Faccinetto – school board president of the Bethlehem Area School District, Carol Facchiano - school board president of the Parkland School District and KingSpry’s Managing Partner, Jessica Moyer, who serves as solicitor for many of our school district clients. We hope you’ll tune in. Legal Lunch...2024-10-1400 minLegal Lunch RoomWhat It Means to Serve On a School Board, Part OneEffective governance is the backbone of any school district, guiding everything from policy-making to community engagement. Whether you’re a board member, educator, or interested community member, understanding the intricacies of school board governance is essential for fostering an environment where students can thrive. In Part One of this special conversation, we’ll be talking about the roles and responsibilities of school board members with our special guests, Michael Faccinetto of the Bethlehem Area School District, Carol Facchiano of the Parkland School District and KingSpry’s Managing Partner, Jessica Moyer, who serves as solicitor for many of...2024-09-1835 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: What It Means to Serve On a School Board, Part OneEffective governance is the backbone of any school district, guiding everything from policy-making to community engagement. Whether you’re a board member, educator, or interested community member, understanding the intricacies of school board governance is essential for fostering an environment where students can thrive. On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, we’ll be talking about the role and responsibilities of school board members with our special guests, Michael Faccinetto of the Bethlehem Area School District, Carol Facchiano of the Parkland School District and KingSpry’s Managing Partner, Jessica Moyer, who serves as solicitor for man...2024-09-1700 minLegal Lunch RoomWhat’s Happening in Harrisburg: Recap of the Legislative Roundtable with State Representatives Peter Schweyer and Jesse TopperIn March, we had the rare opportunity to hear first-hand what’s happening in Harrisburg from the co-chairs of the Pennsylvania House Education Committee, State Representatives Peter Schweyer and Jesse Topper. Over lunch, the two gentlemen shared thoughts and answered questions from our local superintendents and school board presidents. On this special edition of the Legal Lunch Room, we will recap the issues discussed at the event and look at how these two men from opposite sides of the Commonwealth come together to work for Pennsylvania schools. We hope you’ll tune in! For more infor...2024-06-0526 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: What’s Happening in Harrisburg: Recap of the Legislative Roundtable with State Representatives Peter Schweyer and Jesse TopperOn March 22nd, KingSpry’s Education Law Practice Group welcomed the co-chairs of Pennsylvania’s House Education Committee, State Representative Peter Schweyer and State Representative Jesse Topper, for a legislative roundtable with our local school superintendents and board presidents.On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, we’ll be recapping that conversation with KingSpry Education Chair Kristine Roddick. We hope you’ll tune in.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is meant to be strictly informational and does not constitute legal advice. Should you have any questions...2024-05-3000 minLegal Lunch RoomThe Transformative Role of A.I. Within EducationArtificial Intelligence, or AI, is a hot topic for almost every industry these days, including education. What happens when students and teachers want to bring new technology into the classroom? What are the inherent risks with any new technology? Will AI change teaching and learning forever? On our next episode, we dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence within educational institutions. We hope you’ll tune in!Be sure to Subscribe to the Legal Lunch ROOM wherever you get your podcasts.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It...2024-03-2725 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: The Transformative Role of A.I. Within EducationArtificial Intelligence, or AI, is a hot topic for almost every industry these days, including education. What happens when students and teachers want to bring new technology into the classroom? What are the inherent risks with any new technology? Will AI change teaching and learning forever? On our next episode, we dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence within educational institutions. We hope you’ll tune in!Be sure to Subscribe to the Legal Lunch ROOM wherever you get your podcasts.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It...2024-03-2200 minLegal Lunch RoomReligious Garb for TeachersOn November 6, Pennsylvania passed Act 26 of 2023, repealing a section of its Public School Code related to religious attire for teachers and sparking questions about the intersection of personal beliefs and the public learning environment. Employment attorney Liz Kelly and Easton Area School District Superintendent Tracy Piazza will be with us to discuss this new law and its implications for our schools. We hope you will tune in! Be sure to Subscribe to the Legal Lunch ROOM wherever you get your podcasts.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is...2024-02-2817 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Religious Garb for TeachersLegal Lunch Room returns in February with a look at Pennsylvania Act 26 of 2023, which repealed a section of its Public School Code related to religious attire for teachers and sparking questions about the intersection of personal beliefs and the public learning environment. Employment attorney Liz Kelly and Easton Area School District Superintendent Tracy Piazza will be with us to discuss this new law and its implications for our schools. We hope you will tune in! Be sure to Subscribe to the Legal Lunch Room wherever you get your podcasts.Legal Lunch Room is a production of the...2024-02-2000 minLegal Lunch RoomBest Practices for Special Education DisciplineHow is disciplining a special education student different? What is involved in the process? Do you need to keep providing services if the student is suspended or expelled? On this episode, Special Education attorneys Rebecca Young and Alyssa Hicks, as well as Salisbury Township School District Director of Special Education Tracey Jacobi will be with us to discuss the intricacies of disciplining special education students. Legal Lunch Room is a production of the KingSpry Education Law Practice Group. It is meant to be strictly informational and does not constitute legal advice. Should you have any qu...2023-10-2523 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Best Practices for Special Education DisciplineOn this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, Special Education attorneys Rebecca Young and Alyssa Hicks, as well as Salisbury Township School District Director of Special Education Tracey Jacobi will be with us to discuss the intricacies of disciplining special education students. How is disciplining a special education student different? What is involved in the process? Do you need to keep providing services if the student is suspended or expelled? It should be an informative conversation. We hope you will tune in! be sure to Subscribe to Legal Lunch Room wherever you get your podcasts.2023-10-2000 minLegal Lunch RoomMedia Relations for SchoolsAs school leaders strive for transparency, effective communication becomes paramount. But it’s certainly not without challenges. From handling controversial topics to managing social media platforms, to establishing a positive relationship with traditional media outlets, school officials face numerous complexities when it comes to dealing with the media. On this episode of Legal Lunch Room, we’ll be diving into the world of media relations and its impact on schools.2023-08-3035 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Media Relations for SchoolsAs school leaders strive for transparency, effective communication becomes paramount. But it’s certainly not without challenges. From handling controversial topics to managing social media platforms, to establishing a positive relationship with traditional media outlets, school officials face numerous complexities when it comes to dealing with the media. On this episode of Legal Lunch Room, we’ll be diving into the world of media relations and its impact on schools.2023-08-2300 minLegal Lunch RoomHow Does Family Law Impact the School Community?On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, attorneys Jessica Moyer and Paige Gross of the KingSpry Law Firm, and Jennifer Holman, Superintendent of the Northwestern Lehigh School District, join hosts Jonathan Huerta and Rich Campbell to discuss what happens when schools get caught in the middle of a custody battle. From transportation, residency, and communication, to staff training and court orders, this episode covers what school leaders can do when these issues arise to protect their students and school community.2023-03-2937 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: How Does Family Law Impact the School Community?On this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, attorneys Jessica Moyer and Paige Gross of the KingSpry Law Firm, and Jennifer Holman, Superintendent of the Northwestern Lehigh School District, join hosts Jonathan Huerta and Rich Campbell to discuss what happens when schools get caught in the middle of a custody battle. From transportation, residency, and communication, to staff training and court orders, this episode covers what school leaders can do when these issues arise to protect their students and school community.2023-03-2200 minLegal Lunch RoomOutsourcing School Employees in the Wake of COVIDSince the pandemic, most employers, including school districts, are having a hard time finding workers for open positions. As a result, many school districts are turning to private staffing companies. Historically, schools have used outsourced candidates for noninstructional positions such as bus drivers, food workers, and janitorial workers. However, more and more school districts are using outsourced teachers, including substitute teachers and special education teachers, to educate students. On this episode of the legal lunch room, we take a look at the pros and cons of outsourcing in schools and offer some guidance to school officials looking to take...2023-02-1531 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Outsourcing School Employees in the Wake of COVIDOn our next episode of Legal Lunch Room, employment attorneys Avery Smith and Jody Mooney will be with us to discuss personnel shortages for school districts in the wake of covid-19. What happens if you need temporary workers for a position that is usually part of a bargaining unit? Also joining us will be Anthony Pidgeon, Director of Human Resources for Southern Lehigh School District, to discuss some of the practical concerns with school staffing.2023-02-1300 minLegal Lunch RoomStudent Speech and Social MediaOn this episode of the Legal Lunch Room, school attorneys John Freund and Paige Gross join hosts Rich Campbell and Jonathan Huerta to discuss the effect of social media on student speech, in and out of the classroom, and Dr. Joseph Roy, Superintendent of the Bethlehem Area School District in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania shares some of the ways social media can either disrupt or bring together a school community. 2023-01-1133 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Student Speech and Social MediaOn our next episode of the Legal Lunch Room, hosts Rich Campbell and Jonathan Huerta welcome school attorneys John Freund and Paige Gross to discuss the effect of social media on student speech. Also on the program, Bethlehem Superintendent Dr Joseph Roy explains how to encourage positive social media use in a school environment. We hope you’ll tune in. 2023-01-0500 minLegal Lunch RoomPromo: Legal Lunch Room2023-01-0400 min
Small Business MinutesSmall Business Survival Strategies: Employment Legal Issues related to COVIDIn this episode Attorney Keely Collins discusses employment issues related to the pandemic. Attorney Collins is a partner and chair of the Employment Law Practice Group for KingSpry. She serves as pension and labor counsel representing business and agencies of all sizes, ranging from large unionized employers to small family businesses. Keely is conversant in federal and state employment law, labor law and ERISA.This is timely advice for any business. More details on Attorney Collins and her contact information can be found here https://kingspry.com/team/keely-j-collins-3/.PA UC Form referred to in...2020-06-0423 min