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 * Welcome to the Alaska Administrator's Law & Ethics Introductory Wiki!**

This Wiki has been designed as an introductory crash-course for the new administrator who is interested in learning about current legal and ethical issues happening in schools, with a primary focus on issues surrounding the student population. Located on the right-hand side of the page is a navigation bar which directs you to information regarding the following issues:


 * **Freedom of Expression**
 * **Religious Activities**
 * **Search and Seizure**
 * **Student Records and Confidentiality**
 * **Supervision Outside of School Hours**

Each of the above issues has a page dedicated to sharing:

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 * The Issue:** A short description of the potential problem
 * The Law:** What legal cases have dealt with the issue, and the legal outcomes of each case
 * Proactive Measures:** Wise and ethical steps an administrator should take to avoid problems and limit district and personal liability.

In no way are these issues an exhaustive list; This Wiki is simply designed as a introductory tutorial which offers basic information deemed important for school administrators to know, particularly if s/he is anticipating becoming an administrator in the State of Alaska. While a significant amount of information is derived from the Nathan Essex's text titled, __School Law and the Public Schools__, please visit the "Additional Resources and References" page which directs the reader to references and pages of interest to the new administrator who may be looking for online resources regarding state and district policies and procedures.


 * Liability Clause: While the information contained in this Wiki is a general guide, it is up to you to utilize your professional judgement based on the situation at hand. The creator of this Wiki and distributor provide no warranty about the content or accuracy of content enclosed. Information provided is subjective. Keep this in mind when reviewing this guide.**