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1. What are the three major purposes of WAC 180-87-010?
2. List all the major provisions of the Washington Code of Conduct (Acts of Unprofessional Conduct) and explain for each the implications for you as a teacher.
3. How is "student" defined for the purposes of the Code of Conduct?
4. Discuss teachers' rights to free speech in the classroom.
5. Are gay and lesbian teachers' civil rights, relative to their jobs, protected in the State of Washington? Why?
6. What is the current definition of what "speech" is allowable in the schools for students?
7. Explain what the 9^th Circuit Court decided about hair codes and dress codes in schools in our area. Why was this decision made?
8. If your school district or building has no policies against celebrating Halloween, can you have a costume party and celebration in your classroom? Why or why not? What about Christmas celebrations? Christmas concerts?
9. Under what conditions can religious texts such as the Bible be read in a public school classroom?
10. Is it legal for you as a teacher to eliminate the pledge to the flag in your classroom? Why or why not? What about whether or not to display the American flag?
11. Compare and contrast due process rights in our society in general and in the public schools.
12. Are locker searches legal? If so, under what circumstances?
13. Under what circumstances can a teacher or administrator search a student’s backpack or purse?
14. Which WAC addresses teachers' responsibilities to maintain order in their classrooms? What are possible consequences for NOT maintaining order and discipline?
15. Which WAC addresses the scope of teachers' school days? What does it say?
16. What does WAC 180-44-010 say about teachers' responsibilities for curriculum?