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The mission of ISBA Education Law Section
- to enhance the knowledge and professional capabilities of lawyers who are engaged in one or more aspects of school law whether from the perspective of a public or private educational institution or agency, school board or district, union or association, certified or noncertified employees and administrators, parents or guardians, students, taxpayers, or the public generally;
- to monitor developments and disseminate information on all relevant legal matters;
- to assist in the improvement of legal practices in school law-related areas;
- to study and recommend solutions to various problems involving school law;
- to study, prepare, make recommendations, oppose, or promote proposed legislation and regulation in the field;
- to explain the ramifications of legislation, regulations, or case law; to promote communication among lawyers in this field; and
- to present seminars, newsletters, and conferences in furtherance of these goals.
Related Articles
Current Newsletter — May 2026
Recent Related Cases
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School Code
Illinois Supreme Court / Civil
E.W. v. The Board of Education of East St. Louis School District No. 189, 2026 IL 131757 (June 25, 2026) (O'BRIEN) Appellate court judgment reversed, circuit court judgment affirmed.
Tools and Resources
- Education Law discussion group is available to section members via the Education Law community in ISBA Central
- The Education Law Section directory is available to all ISBA members
- Useful links
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