General Rights
Right to Free Education
Students are entitled to free primary and secondary education in public schools.
Right to Non-Discrimination
Students must not be discriminated against on account of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
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Right to Safe and Inclusive Environment
Schools should provide a safe learning environment free from bullying, harassment, and violence.
Right to Equal Access
Students have the right to equal access to school facilities, programs, and extracurricular activities.
Rights Accommodation
Under statutory provisions, particularly the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), students suffering from disabilities shall be given necessary accommodations.
Right to Freedom of Expression
Free Speech
School students have an absolute right of free speech providing it does not interfere with, obstruct or obstruct the learning environment and infringes on others rights.
Right of Assembly
Right to peacefully picket or strike provided that meets the guidelines on the assembly from the school.
Generally, personal belongings (such as lockers and backpacks) are protected from unreasonable searches unless probable cause exists.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Students have a right to free exercise of their religion, which includes wearing religious garb and praying, if it does not interfere with the school’s work.
Right to Freedom of Artistic and Cultural Expression
Students may express themselves artistically and culturally through music, art, or other cultural manifestations within the scope of school rules.
Educational and Academic Rights
Right to Quality Education
Students have the right to quality learning with qualified teachers and suitable resources.
Fair Curriculum Right
Schools shall offer a fair curriculum that leads students to preparation for higher learning, work-life, and responsible citizenship.
Student’s Right of Access to School Records
A student and his/her parent/guardian has, under the FERPA right, access to their educational records in addition to seeking correction of misleading or inaccurate contents.
Right of Academic Freedom
Students are permitted to discuss broad topics and divergent views so long as within the curriculum requirements.
Right to Join the Governance Process
Students might be entitled to have a role in the school’s governance processes, such as the student councils.
Legal Pre-emptive Provisions
Right to Due Process
The rights of a student to receive charge and an expeditious fair hearing, for instance in suspension or expulsion proceedings.
Right to Representation
Student might have rights to representation through legal counsels in lawsuits where the student has a dispute with the school.
Right to Corporal Punishment
Physical corporal punishments against students in school are illegal in most countries.
Right to Report Misconduct
Students have the right to report teacher or staff misconduct without fear of retaliation.
Right to Appeal Decisions
Students or parents can appeal decisions made by schools, such as disciplinary actions or grade disputes.
These rights emphasize fairness, inclusivity, and the promotion of a healthy educational environment. For precise applications, consult local educatio
