Complimentary Webinar: Independent Schools: School Year in Review and Key Legal Updates for 2026-2027

Join us for a comprehensive review of the most significant legal developments affecting independent schools over the past year, along with practical guidance on how these changes should inform updates to student and employee handbooks. This session will highlight emerging risks, evolving regulatory expectations, and areas where schools should be proactive in policy development and governance.

We will address cutting-edge and high-impact topics, including the rise of deepfakes and the use of artificial intelligence in school communities, compliance considerations related to OFAC sanctions, and evolving travel protocols in light of increased immigration enforcement activity. The program will also cover critical student safety policies, board-level strategies for addressing sexual abuse and misconduct, and the legal implications of political activity and the growing presence of politicized student organizations on high school campuses.

In addition, we will examine recent developments in employment law affecting independent schools, including the enforceability of noncompete and nonsolicitation provisions and the latest standards governing independent contractor classification.

Designed for school leaders, trustees, and administrators, this webinar will provide actionable insights to help institutions mitigate risk, strengthen governance, and ensure that their policies reflect the current legal landscape.

Speakers

Grace Lee, Partner, Venable LLP

Janice Gregerson, Partner, Venable LLP