Wisconsin Education Laws
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A number of legal issues can arise in the context of education. Whether it's corporal punishment regulations or school prayer laws, education law issues tend to be controversial. Wisconsin has laws on the books for a number of different areas of education law, including compulsory education, school record privacy, and corporal punishment. For example, corporal punishment is prohibited in Wisconsin schools. However, teachers and administrators are permitted to use force in order to protect their students from harm. Whether you're a student, parent, or teacher, it's important to understand the state's education laws. Click on one of the links below to learn more about Wisconsin education laws.