Know Your Rights

Plain-language explanations of Louisiana education law for parents. Pick the page that matches your situation:

Discipline & Suspension — what schools must do before, during, and after any suspension
Charter School Rights — public records, open meetings, and budget transparency
Special Education & IEPs — your rights as an equal IEP team member
Records & Information Access — how fast schools must respond, and what penalties apply
Transportation Rights — door-to-door for special needs students, charter school requirements
Homelessness & Housing Instability — McKinney-Vento, school of origin, and immediate enrollment
Foster Care, Group Homes & Transitions — educational stability when placements change
Bullying, Harassment & Discrimination — reporting requirements, what schools must do, and how to escalate
Parent Involvement & PTA Rights — open meetings law, PTA bylaws, and making your voice heard
Gifted Education Identification — how evaluation works, and dual identification with special education
Pre-K3 Programs — eligibility, quality standards, and early screening
Testing, Grades & Accountability — what LEAP measures, accommodations, and opting out
Sports, Music & Arts — participation rights, fee limits, and Title IX
STEM, Technology & Advanced Programs — the new computer science requirement and equitable access

Brain Science & Best Practices

Brain Science & Best Practices Library — what research actually shows about child development, music, movement, trauma, and discipline

This site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify with a licensed attorney for your specific situation.