School Principal Harassment Concerns

Summary

If your child is being unfairly treated by school authorities in Arkansas, you have rights under the 14th Amendment for due process. You can appeal suspensions and file complaints with the state Department of Education. Emotional abuse by school staff can also be grounds for a lawsuit. Consult a local attorney for specific legal advice and action steps.

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My daughter is being what I feel like picked on by her principal at the school she attends.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your daughter's situation. Could you please provide more details about the incidents? Also, may I know your location? This will help me provide specific laws related to student rights and harassment in schools in your area.
I’m in the United States. Arkansas. She has been blamed for certain things that she didn’t do. They have suspended her * different times for 10 days which is making her fall way behind on her grades (note-I have proof she didn’t do these things & she was still the one who was in trouble for it}
Hello ****, sorry to hear about your daughter's situation. In Arkansas:
- Schools have a due process obligation under the 14th Amendment.
- You have the right to appeal suspensions.
- You can file a complaint with the state Department of Education or a lawsuit for violation of due process.
Please consult a local attorney for action steps.
Her principal has also said some things to her that has humiliated her.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about this further issue. In Arkansas:
- Humiliation can be considered emotional abuse.
- The school has a duty to provide a safe environment.
- You may have grounds for a lawsuit.
Please consult with a local attorney regarding this matter.
Can you give me some names of any local attorneys I can contacy
I'm sorry, but as a chat service, I don't have the ability to provide names of local attorneys. I'd recommend using an online directory or contacting your local bar association for referrals.