Bill > HB330

This bill establishes an "Educator and Education Staff Bill of Rights" for Delaware's public schools, defining "Educator" as licensed school personnel like teachers and principals, and "Education Staff" as any school employee. The bill grants educators and education staff several rights, including being treated with civility and respect, having their professional judgment respected, and the ability to report inappropriate student behavior or content to authorities. It also ensures their right to a safe classroom and school environment, to defend themselves and students from physical harm, and to share student information with parents or guardians, with exceptions for privacy laws like FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). Furthermore, educators and staff have the right to review instructional materials before they are used, not be forced to use personal funds for classroom supplies, report serious student offenses like assault or vandalism, and receive benefits if injured by a physical assault or violent act during their employment.