Student Rights In California

Summary

In California, minors must attend school until 18, with some exceptions. Schools set their own dismissal times, usually between 2:30 and 3:30 PM. They can set policies on phone use but cannot permanently confiscate phones. If held past school hours without a valid reason, involve a parent or guardian. For private schools, basic rights must still be respected. If rights are violated, file a complaint with the California Department of Education.

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i want to leave school but they are preventing me from leaving
Hello Ted, to better assist you, could you please provide more details? Are you a minor or an adult? Also, is it a high school or a college?
i am a minor
Hello Ted. In California, the compulsory education law requires minors between * and * to attend school, with some exceptions. Can you please elaborate on why you want to leave school?
i have finished my class and it is * o clock
Hello Ted. In California, schools have the right to set their own policies regarding dismissal times. However, they generally cannot hold you past the official end of the school day. Have you discussed this with your parents or guardians?
what is the official end time of the day
The official end time of the school day varies depending on the school's schedule. Typically, it's around *:* to *:* PM. You should check your school's specific schedule for accurate information.
can they legaly hold me longer than *
In California, schools typically can't detain students past the official end of the school day unless it's for a supervised activity like detention. If you're being held beyond this without a valid reason, you may need to involve a parent or guardian.
do i have the right to my phone
In California, schools can set their own policies about cell phone use. However, they cannot permanently confiscate your phone. If it's taken away, it should be returned at the end of the day or after a specified period.
i cant get my phone until i finish my homework
In California, schools can set policies about phone use, including confiscation until the completion of tasks. However, they cannot permanently take your phone. If you feel trea**** unfairly, discuss this with a parent or guardian.
i want to discuss this with you
Sure, Ted. You have the right to express your concerns. However, as a minor, it's also important to involve your parents or guardians in these discussions. They may be able to help address your concerns with the school.
no
I understand your situation. The school may have certain policies, but it's crucial to involve your parents or guardians in this. They can formally address your concerns with the school administration.
i cant contact my parents if i dont have my phone
I understand your predicament, Ted. In such a case, you could consider using the school's phone to contact your parents, or ask a school staff member to help you get in touch with them.
they are not letting me and confiscating my computer
I understand your situation, Ted. If you believe your rights are being viola****, you can file a complaint with your local school district. It's important to involve your parents or guardians in this process. They can also seek legal advice if needed.
its a private school
In California, private schools have more leeway to set their own rules. However, they still must respect students' basic rights. If you feel your rights are being viola****, talk to your parents and consider seeking legal advice.
they are not cooperating
I understand your concern, Ted. In California, you could file a complaint with the California Department of Education Private School Complaint Process. It's crucial to involve your parents or guardians in this process, as they need to be the ones to file the complaint.
i cant contact my parents because i dont have my phone stupid
I apologize for the inconvenience, Ted. You could ask a trus**** teacher or staff member to help you contact your parents. Alternatively, if there's a payphone or another student's phone you could use, that may be an option.