Student Restroom Rights Violation

Summary

In South Carolina, theres no specific law about restroom breaks in schools, but health and safety regulations apply. If a policy is causing health issues, it may be worth discussing with school administration. Parents can also seek advice from a local attorney or legal aid service. If the school administration or the school board does not address the issue, a complaint can be filed with the South Carolina Department of Education.

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My teacher won’t allow students to go to the restroom more than * times in an entire semester. Which has led me to hold it and go to the ER and even get a urinary tract infection cause of it.
What state are you in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding your rights as a student.
South Carolina
What is the name of your school? This will help me provide specific rules and regulations applicable in your case.
R.B Stall high school
What is the school's policy on restroom breaks? In South Carolina, there's no specific law about restroom breaks in schools, but health and safety regulations apply.
You are not allowed to go in the first * or second * minutes of class and you have to ask for a pass
What actions have you taken so far regarding this issue?

In South Carolina, schools must ensure students' health and safety. If a policy is causing health issues, it may be worth discussing with school administration.
none so far
Have you considered discussing this issue with your parents or guardians? They might be able to help you address this with the school administration.
yes they have been discussed with
What was their response or advice regarding this issue?
they want to seek legal action if the teacher does not change their specific policy
Have you or your parents tried discussing this issue with the school administration or the school board?

In South Carolina, student's health and safety are paramount. If a policy is causing health issues, it may be challenged.
no
Have you or your parents considered discussing this issue with the school administration or the school board? It's often the first step before seeking legal action.
not yet
What is the reason for not discussing this issue with the school administration or the school board yet?
the school will not listen or change anything as they have done so before
Have you or your parents considered filing a complaint with the South Carolina Department of Education? They may be able to intervene if a school policy is causing health issues.
I have not
Have you or your parents considered seeking advice from a local attorney or legal aid service?
yes
What was the advice given by the local attorney or legal aid service?
to discuss with the teacher and principal
What was the outcome of the discussion with the teacher and principal?
we have not had it
What is preventing you from having a discussion with the teacher and principal?
the deflection of the matter by their part
What do you mean by "the deflection of the matter by their part"?
the teacher has refused to change their policy
Have you or your parents considered filing a complaint with the South Carolina Department of Education?