Class Act: Updates in Education Law

Class Act: Updates in Education Law


Season 6 Episode 6: Disciplining Public Employees for Social Media Posts

October 08, 2022

What happens if a public school teacher posts unfavorable comments about her school district on Facebook? What about a professor whose political commentary makes some students uncomfortable? When are these expressions protected by the First Amendment's free speech clause and when do they cross the line into a disciplinary matter? Join Christina, Lisa, and Miriam for a refresher on the First Amendment's application to public employees' speech in the school and postsecondary contexts.


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We practice law, including special education law, at Walter Haverfield in Cleveland, Ohio, and we welcome your suggestions and comments. Please check us out at:


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https://www.walterhav.com/professional/miriam-fair/