Professional Development Training Program

Porzio is the ultimate support system for public schools, offering a comprehensive range of services under one roof. Our Education Attorneys ensure a secure and inclusive learning environment, while our consultants at Porzio Compliance Services (PorzioCS) streamline safety and regulatory compliance efforts. With our unique collaborative approach, we enable public schools to navigate the educational landscape seamlessly, empowering them to prioritize their core mission of providing quality education to students.

We Serve: 

• Public Schools
• Private Schools
• Charter Schools
• APSSDs
• Higher Ed
• Non-Profit/For-Profit Institutions

The Porzio Education Team provides litigation and counseling services to a wide variety of school clients. Our extensive counseling services cover numerous areas including administrative and staff training programs, which play a crucial role in fostering safe, inclusive, and legally compliant school environments.

Porzio's Professional Development Training Program: Get Your Staff Ready

Disability Compliance and Accommodations: 

• ADA, NJLAD and Section 504
• Reasonable Accommodations/Interactive Process
• Policies & Procedures 

Sexual Harassment:

• What constitutes sexual harassment
• Federal and state laws, and school policies
• Reporting procedures and channels
• Prevention strategies 
• Review of steps for investigating and addressing complaints
• Interactive training sessions for staff

DEI & Sensitivity: 

• Implicit bias recognition, mitigation and reduction 
• Cultural competence development
• Sensitivity to student diversity
• Promoting educational equity
• Implementing Gender Equity Measures and Title IX Compliance
• Supporting Students with Disabilities and Ensuring ADA Compliance
• Permissible hiring practices

LGBTQ+:

• Understanding LGBTQ+ Identities and Terminology
• Legal Rights and Protections for LGBTQ+ Students and Staff
• Implementing Inclusive Policies and Practices to Support LGBTQ+ Students
• Creating Safe and Affirming School Environments for LGBTQ+ Youth
• Addressing Bullying, Harassment, and Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
• Ensuring Compliance with Title IX and Other Anti-Discrimination Laws
• Supporting Transgender Students' Rights to Gender-Affirming Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Name/ Pronoun Use
• Addressing Privacy and Confidentiality Concerns for LGBTQ+ Students

Safety & Security Plans:

• Emergency Response Procedures
• Crisis Management Protocols
• School Safety Plans and Protocols
• Training for Emergency Situations (e.g., Lockdown Drills, Active Shooter Preparedness)
• Threat Assessments
• Legal liability and risk management
• Training and drills

Crisis Management: 

• Crisis Management & Communication Planning and Response
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Leadership Development
• Conflict Resolution Techniques
• Decision-making Strategies
• Strategic Planning and Implementation
• Performance Management
• Legal Compliance and Regulatory Awareness

HIB Prevention and Reporting: 

• Legal Compliance with HIB Laws and Reporting Requirements
• HIB Investigations, Complaints and Allegations
• HIB Policies and Procedures
• Cyberbullying and Online HIB
• Community and parental programming (e.g., BOE meetings, PTA counseling) 

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity: 

• Cybersecurity Awareness Training for School Staff
• Protecting Student Data Privacy
• Strong Password Policies and Authentication
• Safeguarding Educational Technology
• Securing School Networks and Wi-Fi
• Safe Internet Browsing Habits
• Email Security Best Practices
• Securing Classroom Devices
• Incident Response Procedures
• Social Media Safety
• Protecting Against Cyberbullying
• Secure File-Sharing Practices

Student Privacy:

• Federal and State Privacy Laws (e.g., FERPA, COPPA)
•  Student Data Privacy Principles and Best Practices
•  Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Student Records
• Consent and Authorization Requirements for Collecting Student Data
• Data Security Measures and Safeguards to Protect Student Information
• Privacy Impact Assessments and Compliance Checks
• Responding to Data Breaches and Security Incidents
• Confidentiality Obligations for School Staff and Contractors
• Privacy Notices and Transparency Requirements
• Parental Rights and Access to Student Records
• Handling Requests for Access, Amendment, and Disclosure of Student Data
• Educating Students and Families on Privacy Rights and Protections

Special Education:

• DDS/DCF 
• IEPs

Other Administrative & Training Services

• Superintendent and Business Administrator Search

• Legal Compliance Audits
• Policy Development and Review
• Data Management and Privacy Compliance

• Training for Governing Boards
• School Ethics Training & Disputes
• Legal Compliance and Risk Management
• BOE Rights & Responsibilities Review (e.g., FOIA, Robert’s Rules of Order)
• Social Media Use (misconduct, regulation, implications, best practices) 
• Maintaining proper student interactions and boundaries

Our Education team is the cornerstone of our commitment to New Jersey's educational excellence. Our attorneys provide unparalleled guidance and support, empowering educational organizations throughout New Jersey to focus on their core mission with confidence.

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