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NSAA: An Independent, Self-Governed School Attorneys Association

The National School Attorneys Association was created in 2023 as part of a grassroots effort of school attorneys across the U.S. The goal –  to form an independent and self-governed association of colleagues with the objective of “uniting and supporting attorneys in legal advocacy on behalf of our nation’s public schools.” Formed and governed by school attorneys, NSAA provides support, networking, training, and discussion opportunities to its members for the ultimate benefit of our nation's public schools and the students they serve.

Questions about joining, supporting, or sponsoring NSAA? Contact Sonja Trainor, Executive Director.

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NSAA proudly partners with AASA, the Superintendents Association, to present an innovative new legal training program for Superintendents.

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Upcoming Lunch & Learn Webinars! Save the date!

Monday, September 16 - Noon (Eastern)

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS AND RELATED ISSUES REGARDING RELIGION:  

Y’all are in for a treat. Our friend and sage Jim Walsh, the EdLawDog himself, sheds some light on the recent state initiatives to bring religious texts to the classroom. How should school attorneys respond when clients ask for advice on posting the Ten Commandments in the classroom and the inclusion of religious texts in the curriculum?

Presented by Jim Walsh, Walsh Gallegos, TX

To register, email Cheryl at crichardson@nsaa.legal

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Monday, October 21 - Noon (Eastern)
Is This Still a Good IDEA?  Or Has Inclusion Reached a Tipping Point? 
I represent school districts.  At a recent state-level school law conference, I came to the realization that none of my colleagues were happy about the state of Special Education with respect to the demands of students whose needs are increasingly primarily related to emotional and mental health.  The SPED attorneys are at a loss.  The teacher attorneys are concerned about the safety of their clients.  The parent attorneys are increasingly arguing for more restrictive placements. The attorneys who represent the school boards are struggling to explain the obligations and costs associated with increasing calls for nonpublic and residential placements. This presentation examines the foundational principle of inclusion upon which IDEA is based and attempts to reconcile that idea with the reality that the general education setting may no longer be the least restrictive environment for an increasing number of children.
Presented by Dean Micknal, Leasor Crass, Mansfield, TX
To register, email Cheryl at crichardson@nsaa.legal
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Find video links for past webinars under the Professional Development Opportunities tab!

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NSAA Listserv continues to expand: 

As you likely know by now, we have created an NSAA listserv. We have over 1,300+ attorneys from around the U.S. populated on the listserv. As you also likely know, several state associations and others have volunteered in-kind services for NSAA. The Montana School Boards Association (MTSBA) has volunteered to host our NSAA listserv. The MTSBA website is built on a community platform, and this will give NSAA our own secure community where we can interact, share ideas, answer questions, and stay connected as we build our new association. NSAA Community Guide

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Become a Dues-Paying Member of NSAA

Click here to join NSAA! We are keeping dues for FY24 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024) as low as possible (set at $200 per attorney).  Dues will not increase for FY25 (starting July 1, 2024).  There is great value in being a member of NSAA, including but not limited to:

  • NSAA’s Lunch and Learn Webinars: NSAA offers monthly webinars at no charge on topics of interest to school attorneys across the U.S.
  • NSAA Listserv:  Make sure you get the best interactive experience with your colleagues by engaging in the listserv.  You can pose questions or information that is useful to school attorneys. Contact Wendy Brenden at wbrenden@mtsba.org if you are not getting real-time postings on the listserv.
  • Mark your Calendars for NSAA’s Annual National Conference in Indianapolis:  Our 2nd Annual National Conference will be held on October 9-11, 2024.  It is sure to be a success and great opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues. 

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If your State School Boards Association is not collecting dues for the school attorneys in your state, here is an online link for instructions to pay your NSAA Membership Dues.

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