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Facebook, blogs, cell phones: Learn the new ABCs of student rights

Text messaging, YouTube, blogs, Facebook, and Twitter have joined books and pencils as part of the everyday reality of being in school. Online and mobile communications innovations raise new and old questions about the legal rights of public school students. Do you know the ABCs of student rights in the digital age? Take our quiz to find out. Read More »
 

Learn how the law protects students at school.

No one should suffer through bullying and harassment. Students have a right to feel safe and welcome when they arrive at school. School districts have an obligation to provide a safe environment. Take a quiz and learn the facts about bullying. Read More »
 

Fighting for Rights: Learn about women who have made history

How much do you know about some of the inspiring women who have stood up for civil liberties? Read More »
 

Parades, Protests, and Politics: Know Your Rights

Summer brings people outside to enjoy the great American traditions of parades, festivals, and free speech. Outdoor events like marches, rallies, and protests bring communities together to exercise their free speech rights. Take the quiz to learn about your rights to participate in these traditional free speech activities. Read More »
 

Tux? Corsage? Constitution? Know Prom Night Rights

Do you know a student who is attending prom? For many young adults, prom is a highlight of the school year. For others, the experience can be marred by a violation of students' constitutional rights. Do you know your prom night rights?  Read More »
 
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Protect your rights: Learn the rules for dealing with the police

Encounters with the police can be stressful experiences - even for people who have done nothing wrong. Learn the rules for dealing with the police by taking our short quiz. The facts you'll learn will help you to protect your rights! Read More »
 

How much do you know about transgender rights?

We all assume that you are free to be yourself in Washington state. How much freedom do transgender people have to be themselves? Can an employer fire someone for coming out as transgender? Can a landlord evict a transgender tenant?  Take the quiz. Find out just how much you know about rights of transgender people. Read More »
 

Does Race Matter? Take Our Criminal Justice Quiz.

Is the criminal justice system in Washington biased against people of color? Statistics from a new report may surprise you. Suppose a black driver and white driver are pulled over by police: Do you know which one is most likely to be searched? Do you know which one is most likely to actually have contraband in the car? Get involved and get the facts about racial bias. Read More »
 

Are you “suspicious”? Your government may think so.

Have you ever taken a picture of a building? Have you ever jotted down a note while walking? Attended a political event? If so, your information may be in a government file, because the government may consider these activites to be suspicious. Learn more about what the government is learning about you. Take our quiz to get informed and get involved in the fight. Read More »
 

Back to School - Learn Your Rights!

Can school administrators search students' lockers without permission? Can a student be sent home for wearing a T-shirt with a political message? Can homeless students continue to attend school? As students return to their classrooms, do you know what rights they have at school? Take our quiz and test your knowledge! Read More »