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Elementary Education: Elementary School Law and Policy

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Which federal law guarantees equal access to education for students with disabilities?

  1. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

  2. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

  3. Rehabilitation Act of 1973

  4. No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that guarantees equal access to education for students with disabilities. It requires schools to provide students with disabilities with a free appropriate public education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs.

What is the purpose of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)?

  1. To improve student achievement in reading and mathematics

  2. To close the achievement gap between different groups of students

  3. To increase accountability for schools and districts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) is a federal law that aims to improve student achievement in reading and mathematics, close the achievement gap between different groups of students, and increase accountability for schools and districts.

What is the role of the school board in elementary school law and policy?

  1. To set policies for the school district

  2. To hire and fire school district employees

  3. To approve the school district budget

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The school board is the governing body of the school district. It is responsible for setting policies for the school district, hiring and firing school district employees, and approving the school district budget.

What is the difference between a public school and a private school?

  1. Public schools are funded by the government, while private schools are funded by tuition

  2. Public schools are open to all students, while private schools are selective

  3. Public schools are required to follow state and federal laws, while private schools are not

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Public schools are funded by the government, while private schools are funded by tuition. Public schools are open to all students, while private schools are selective. Public schools are required to follow state and federal laws, while private schools are not.

What are the rights of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

  1. The right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE)

  2. The right to be evaluated for special education services

  3. The right to participate in extracurricular activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) have the right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE), the right to be evaluated for special education services, and the right to participate in extracurricular activities.

What is the purpose of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)?

  1. To protect the privacy of student educational records

  2. To ensure that parents have access to their child's educational records

  3. To allow students to inspect and review their own educational records

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educational records. It ensures that parents have access to their child's educational records, and it allows students to inspect and review their own educational records.

What is the role of the principal in elementary school law and policy?

  1. To manage the day-to-day operations of the school

  2. To enforce school rules and regulations

  3. To work with teachers to develop and implement curriculum

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The principal is the chief administrator of the school. He or she is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the school, enforcing school rules and regulations, and working with teachers to develop and implement curriculum.

What is the purpose of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)?

  1. To provide federal funding for elementary and secondary education

  2. To improve student achievement in reading and mathematics

  3. To close the achievement gap between different groups of students

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) is a federal law that provides funding for elementary and secondary education. It aims to improve student achievement in reading and mathematics, and to close the achievement gap between different groups of students.

What is the role of the state in elementary school law and policy?

  1. To set standards for public schools

  2. To fund public schools

  3. To hold public schools accountable for student achievement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The state plays a significant role in elementary school law and policy. It sets standards for public schools, funds public schools, and holds public schools accountable for student achievement.

What is the role of the federal government in elementary school law and policy?

  1. To provide funding for elementary and secondary education

  2. To set standards for public schools

  3. To hold public schools accountable for student achievement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The federal government plays a limited role in elementary school law and policy. It provides funding for elementary and secondary education, but it does not set standards for public schools or hold public schools accountable for student achievement.

What is the purpose of the school discipline policy?

  1. To maintain order and safety in the school

  2. To deter students from misbehaving

  3. To provide consequences for students who misbehave

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the school discipline policy is to maintain order and safety in the school, to deter students from misbehaving, and to provide consequences for students who misbehave.

What are the rights of students who are suspended or expelled from school?

  1. The right to a hearing before being suspended or expelled

  2. The right to be represented by an attorney at the hearing

  3. The right to appeal the suspension or expulsion decision

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Students who are suspended or expelled from school have the right to a hearing before being suspended or expelled, the right to be represented by an attorney at the hearing, and the right to appeal the suspension or expulsion decision.

What is the purpose of the school attendance policy?

  1. To ensure that students attend school regularly

  2. To identify students who are truant

  3. To provide consequences for students who are truant

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the school attendance policy is to ensure that students attend school regularly, to identify students who are truant, and to provide consequences for students who are truant.

What are the rights of parents under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

  1. The right to be notified of their child's disability

  2. The right to participate in their child's educational planning

  3. The right to request an independent evaluation of their child

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parents of children with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) have the right to be notified of their child's disability, the right to participate in their child's educational planning, and the right to request an independent evaluation of their child.

What is the purpose of the school dress code?

  1. To maintain a safe and orderly learning environment

  2. To promote school spirit

  3. To prevent students from expressing themselves through their clothing

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the school dress code is to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment. It is not intended to promote school spirit or to prevent students from expressing themselves through their clothing.

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