Workshop: Legal Issues in School Psychology
This workshop will provide legal perspectives and practical suggestions for situations commonly encountered by school psychologists. Attorney Elizabeth Polay will discuss emerging litigation trends, breakdown complex legal scenarios, answer audience questions, and address topics including:
- Special Education case law updates
- Staffing Shortages
- Student Discipline
- School Refusal
- Record keeping obligations under FERPA and the IDEA
When registering, please share any specific topics that you would like to see covered. Time will be provided both during and after the presentation for audience Q&A.
Registration:
Cost: $79, includes 3 CEUs. These are NASP-approved CPD credits for school psychologists. GSEC Alumni and Adjunct Faculty receive 20% off. $25 for non-L&C students.
No-cost registration available for: GSEC Students, Faculty and Staff, and GSEC School Psychology Supervisors. Please email to register.
Workshop registration ends Tuesday, October 21st.
Elizabeth L. Polay
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Elizabeth Polay is a partner at Garrett Hemann and a trusted advisor to public school districts, education service districts, and other public education entities across Oregon. Her work is grounded not only in a deep command of school and public law but in a genuine understanding of the day-to-day challenges educators face. Before becoming an attorney, Elizabeth taught high school mathematics in high-needs and alternative education settings — experience that continues to shape her clear, compassionate, and practical approach to helping school districts and education service districts do their essential work.