Public Education And Equal Protection In Public Schools

Public Education And Equal Protection In Public Schools

Choose one of the following groups:

1. Classifications based on English language learners;
2. Classifications through ability grouping/tracking;
3. Classifications in academic programs based on gender;
4. Classifications in sports programs based on gender; and
5. Classifications to assign students to specific schools for racial balance.

In a 500-750 words, address the following for the group that you have chosen:

1. Summarize the factual background on how the students are classified;
2. Identify the legal issues presented by these classifications; and
3. Describe what equal protection requires.

Include at least five references. At least three of the five references should cite relevant court cases.