Legal Aid of North CarolinaRight to Education Project
The Right to Education Project (REP) is the statewide education justice project of Legal Aid of North Carolina that fights for students in the public education system to get access…
Students in North Carolina public schools, including charter schools, and their parents · Helpline: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday
From legalaidnc.org/project/rep ↗About this program
to the quality education they have a right to, and to end the school to prison pipeline.
REP works through three main pathways to achieve greater education justice for students in North Carolina public schools.
Direct Advocacy: One-on-one advice, support, and/or legal representation for students and parents.
Community Education: Presentations, trainings, and publications on students' and parents' rights related to education and public school.
Community Lawyering: Advocacy in support of and in partnership with community groups & youth justice advocates to build parent and student power.
REP works to protect North Carolina public school students, including those in charter schools, who are experiencing the following forms of school push out: Enrollment & Access; Suspension, Expulsion, & Alternative School Placements; Special Education & Disability-related Needs; Discrimination & Harassment.
Questions
What does REP do for students and parents?
One-on-one advice, support, and/or legal representation for students and parents.
How can I get legal support for my student?
If you are seeking LEGAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR STUDENT, contact the Legal Aid NC Helpline: Toll-Free: 1 (866) 219-LANC (5262), 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday.
How can I get community education or a training from REP?
If you are looking for COMMUNITY EDUCATION, fill out the below form to learn more about trainings we can offer groups, and to request tabling, training, or office hours with our team.
Details
- Who
- Students in North Carolina public schools, including charter schools, and their parents
- When
- Helpline: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday
- Where
- North Carolina
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