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Legal Vortex: Who Can Make Decisions Related to a Student's Education?

Date postedNovember 20, 2025
Posted By: Matt Carver, J.D. in It's been SAId podcast,

Listen to Matt's November edition of Legal Vortex where he addresses decision-making as it pertains to a student’s education. He covers examples related to joint legal custody, step-parents, grandparents, and/or other significant others involved in a student’s life. He also discusses court-ordered guardianship and homeless student caregiving authorization situations.

You will glean helpful advice by listening to this 17-minute podcast.

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