Legal Question in Education Law in California

i am in a public school taking an AP biology course. my teacher is having a mandatory final on a Sunday from 8AM to noon, which conflicts with some students' religions. there is no way to make it up, or not attend because it is worth at least 20% of our grade. what can i do?


Asked on 4/27/11, 5:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michelle Ball Law Office of Michelle Ball

Hello:

That is very unusual. That is not even a school day nor is attendance usually mandatory on non-school days.

I would look up the District/school policies on religious holidays and see if you can request one. I would also simply ask why this is not on a school day? Maybe the Principal or Superintendent can step in and alter the date.

Best,

Michelle Ball

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Answered on 4/28/11, 9:02 am


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