Sunday, February 14, 2010

Case Study #22

Mary Glendale was a ninth-grade social studies teacher. She completed her second year with Millsdale High School, which is located in a moderate-size middle class community. She received notice from the superintendent and school board that her contract would not be renewed for the following year. Glendale later learned from reliable sources that she had been described by her principal as antiestablishment and was unable to relate well to colleagues. Mary filed charges claiming that her liberty interest was affected by her principal's comments.
1. What does liberty interest involve?
2. Based on the definition, has a liberty interest been affected in this case? Why or why not?
3. If so, what steps should be followed to address liberty interest?
4. If not, does the district have any obligation to Mary Glendale?
5. How would the court rule in this case? Provide a rationale for your response.

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