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Suspension from College -- What To Do About It | Education Attorney
educationattorney.com/ -- Suspension from college can have a substantial impact on your life. You need to consider many things when dealing with suspension, such as: what do I tell my parents? How will this affect my future prospects? Will I still graduate on time?
FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney.com/suspension-from-college-what-to-do-about-it/
Being suspended from college is tough, and the process of getting back to school can be confusing and frustrating, but it’s essential to keep in mind that suspension doesn’t have to mean the end of your academic career. There are steps you can take to get back into school sooner rather than later.
If you are facing suspension from college, consulting with a knowledgeable education attorney can help you identify the best way to get back on track to earning your degree.
What Does Academic Suspension Mean?
If you have been placed on academic suspension, it means that you are not allowed to enroll in any classes, earn credits, or receive financial aid during the suspension period. The length of an academic suspension varies, but it typically ranges from one semester to two semesters.
While every college has its own policies and procedures, academic suspension is generally the final disciplinary stage before dismissal for a student who is not satisfying the school’s academic performance requirements. This usually occurs when a student has already been placed on “academic probation” or “academic warning” and has failed to meet a minimum GPA requirement for several semesters.
What Does It Mean to Appeal Suspension?
After you have been suspended from your college, you may have an opportunity to appeal the decision. This entails requesting that your school reconsider your suspension and explaining why the decision should be reversed.
Remember, each college will usually have its own rules and process regarding suspension appeals. These should be outlined in a school handbook or another similar document, but your suspension letter may also explain how you can appeal the decision. An education attorney can help you determine the right course of action for filing an appeal at your school.
How Can I Appeal a Suspension?
If you have been suspended from your college, you will need to follow the outlined appeals process for your school or academic program. Many college suspension appeals procedures will require you to write a letter explaining to an appeals committee why your suspension should be reversed and you should be reinstated as a student.
When writing a suspension appeal letter, there are two general tactics you can use. The first option is to argue that the accusations against you are false and provide evidence that supports this contention. This strategy will typically only apply to suspensions for misconduct and not to academic suspensions.
Another strategy is to admit to the behavior you were suspended for but argue that suspension was a disproportionately severe response. In cases of academic suspension, you should discuss the underlying problems that led to your poor grades or attendance, explain any mitigating circumstances, and lay out a solid plan for improving your academic performance.
Regardless of which strategy you choose to employ, an effective appeal letter will be professional, respectful, and humble. You should explain that you understand why you were suspended and graciously ask for another chance. And make sure that you thank the committee for taking the time to consider your appeal.
When appealing a suspension, it will also be helpful to discuss your situation with an education attorney. An education lawyer can explain the proper channels for appealing your suspension and provide advice as to the best strategies for getting your suspension reversed.
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Suspended from School for Fighting? What to Do | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ What should you do if your child has been suspended from school for fighting? FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney.com/school-suspension-for-fighting-what-to-do/ If your child is suspended for fighting, you may be able to challenge the disciplinary action against them through an informal suspension hearing or a suspension meeting. In California, students who were simply defend...
What Is Academic Dishonesty? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ Academic dishonesty, also known as academic misconduct, occurs when you engage in dishonest behavior involving academic activities such as teaching, learning, and research. When we think of academic dishonesty, we usually think of cheating students, but the reality is that anyone in the academic environment can be guilty of academic dishonesty. FULL ARTICLE: educationatto...
How to File a Lawsuit Against a University | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ If you feel you have been wronged by your university, you may want to consider filing a lawsuit. However, taking your school to court can be a complex and sometimes costly process. Ensuring that you follow the proper steps and procedures when suing your college will make it much more likely that you will receive the remedy you are seeking. FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney....
How to Appeal Academic Dismissal | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ Academic dismissal - also known as failing out of college - is a scary thought for many students. The good news is that you will almost always have time to turn things around before being dismissed, as most schools do not dismiss students until they have failed to meet academic requirements for several semesters. However, even if you do reach the point of academic dismiss...
Consequences of Cheating in College | Education Attorney
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The consequences of cheating in college can range from a simple slap on the wrist to expulsion. In order to understand what happens when someone is caught, it’s important to know the different types of offenses that are committed. Cheating or plagiarism is often done by copying or using someone else’s words or ideas as your own. FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney.com/consequences-of-cheating-in-co...
Can You Sue a Private School for Discrimination? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ While private schools are not exempted from all anti-discrimination laws, they don’t have to follow all of the same laws that a public school does. However, you can sue a private school for discrimination in some situations. FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney.com/can-you-sue-a-private-school-for-discrimination/ The three primary factors that will determine whether you can su...
Can You Sue a School for Breach of Contract? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ A contract is a legally binding agreement to take an action or provide a product or service in order to receive something else (typically money) in return. If one party does not keep up their side of the bargain, they have breached the contract. This means that when schools don’t fulfill their promises regarding education, and you have paid tuition for the educational ser...
Can You Get Unsuspended from School? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ If you or your child has been suspended from school, it may be possible to reverse or avoid the suspension if the discipline was illegal or unfair. Under the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, a student cannot be suspended from a public school unless they have been provided with certain processes that allow them to present their side of the story. FULL ARTICL...
Can a School Retain My Child Without Permission? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ Despite the fact that repeating a grade, which is also known as “grade retention,” has not been shown to help children, schools generally have the power to hold students back depending on their academic performance in relation to their peers. This is usually done with the goal of ensuring that students are not left behind academically and can more easily integrate into cl...
Can You Fight Expulsion? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ Before a student can be expelled from a public school, a formal expulsion hearing must be held. FULL ARTICLE: educationattorney.com/can-you-fight-expulsion/ During an expulsion hearing, the student has the right to: - Receive notice of the specific rules they are charged with breaking - Explain their side of the story - Present evidence and call witnesses to testify on th...
How Do You Defend Yourself in a Disciplinary Hearing in College | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ Students at public colleges and universities who face the possibility of a severe punishment such as expulsion or suspension are entitled to certain legal protections before disciplinary action is taken. These rights are required by the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, which says that the government (or government actors, such as public schools) can’t depri...
What Constitutes a Violation of FERPA? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educational records. It applies to all schools, colleges, universities, and other agencies that receive funds from the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights concerning their children’s education records - like the right to review them and ...
What Is a Disciplinary Action in School? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ The word “disciplinary” is often used in schools to describe various types of punishments for misbehaviors. Some examples of disciplinary actions that may be taken by a school are detention, suspension, expulsion, or sending a student to the principal’s office. The severity and duration of the disciplinary action will depend on the infraction committed by the student. FUL...
What Is a Writ of Mandate in Education Law? | Education Attorney
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educationattorney.com/ In education law, a writ of mandate (also called a writ of mandamus) is a court order issued by a judge on the request of a petitioner that compels a public entity, such as a school district or a board of education, to perform an action that it has failed or refused to do. A writ of mandate can also be used to order an entity to stop doing something it is currently doing....
What Is Fraternity Hazing? | Education Attorney
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What Is Fraternity Hazing? | Education Attorney
Can You Appeal an IEP Decision? | Education Attorney
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Can You Appeal an IEP Decision? | Education Attorney
For What Reasons Can You Sue a School? | Education Attorney
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For What Reasons Can You Sue a School? | Education Attorney
How Do I Sue a School for Discrimination? | Education Attorney
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How Do I Sue a School for Discrimination? | Education Attorney
Is It Hard to Sue a School District? | Education Attorney
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Is It Hard to Sue a School District? | Education Attorney
What If an IEP Is Not Working? | Education Attorney
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What If an IEP Is Not Working? | Education Attorney
What Is an IEP Violation? | Education Attorney
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What Is an IEP Violation? | Education Attorney
Can You Sue a School District? | Education Attorney
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Can You Sue a School District? | Education Attorney
Can I Sue a School for Negligence? | Education Attorney
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Can I Sue a School for Negligence? | Education Attorney
Is It Against the Law to Not Follow IEP? | Education Attorney
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Is It Against the Law to Not Follow IEP? | Education Attorney
How Do I Sue an Educational Institution? | Education Attorney
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How Do I Sue an Educational Institution? | Education Attorney
What Is the Average Settlement for Disability Discrimination in Schools? | Education Attorney
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What Is the Average Settlement for Disability Discrimination in Schools? | Education Attorney
What Did the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act Do? | Education Attorney
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What Did the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act Do? | Education Attorney
Can You Sue a School for Emotional Distress? | Education Attorney
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Can You Sue a School for Emotional Distress? | Education Attorney
What Does an Education Law Attorney Do? | Education Attorney
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What Does an Education Law Attorney Do? | Education Attorney

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  • @TeganBurns
    @TeganBurns 10 днів тому

    🤖

  • @walkhardlm
    @walkhardlm 21 день тому

    Lisa Harrod, superintendent of Manteno (IL) district 5 schools, is srill concealing a bus video proving Aggravated Felony Battery against my son, and other crimes against other children, including my other children.. the most recent crime was a malicious retaliatory prosecution that she dropped in order to avoid having to show the video in court.

  • @sujatamadival9975
    @sujatamadival9975 25 днів тому

    Do u help me in this situation

  • @DrespaxPvP27
    @DrespaxPvP27 Місяць тому

    School left me in a eternal traumatized state

  • @CJMom-vg5gr
    @CJMom-vg5gr Місяць тому

    That’s our son! He was abused in school by a teacher. Of course they said nothing happened because he is special needs and able to talk.

  • @janetortiz7108
    @janetortiz7108 Місяць тому

    Thank you!

  • @brainbomb.
    @brainbomb. Місяць тому

    The counselor at my former college stalked me.

  • @Blackthumbs7
    @Blackthumbs7 Місяць тому

    So student loans on your credit report without your written permission is illegal?

  • @aliciabuchanan7080
    @aliciabuchanan7080 2 місяці тому

    How are you supposed to do all of this when you get less than a weeks notice

  • @joelemoine9049
    @joelemoine9049 2 місяці тому

    lmao they always watching fucking snowden was right fuck everyone

  • @orneryvarmint608
    @orneryvarmint608 2 місяці тому

    What about age discrimination of a child?

  • @Jackiepookiebear
    @Jackiepookiebear 2 місяці тому

    I had to hold 3 dictionaries and my other friend had to hold 4 and then my other friend was holding 6 dictionaries🤦🤦🤦😭😭😭

  • @jules-ug2mo
    @jules-ug2mo 2 місяці тому

    i was wrongfully suspended from financial aid without a warning and the appeal documents they ask for are in violation of HIPPA. There was also a breach in contract with my student accommodations as they were not upheld and the school already knows of my medical conditions.

  • @TaraKandece
    @TaraKandece 2 місяці тому

    What about if you have been asking for your kids records and they literally give you 2 or 3 pages at a time? My Oldest Daughter's school gave me everything. Yes I paid for them but my youngest that they are sending us to court about(SARB) they won't give me the records. I noticed on my oldest that same school needed everything to refer to SARB so they made the papers. The only thing is they put an address that we didn't move to for three year's after the date on the papers lol. Every "violation" we got that sent us to court shouldn't have happened because each one was either excused or we had a Dr's note. Total BS!

  • @muskiefishing9219
    @muskiefishing9219 3 місяці тому

    The government is not immune to law suits. They want to say that . And they want people to think they are. But according to the constitution there is no immunity for anyone. Meaning everyone can be held accountable. Anyone thinking they are immune from accountability . only promots corruption. A person is only immune from liability when following the law. Acting out side of the law is abuse of power, And neglect gents.

  • @user-ug2tx5ex6r
    @user-ug2tx5ex6r 3 місяці тому

    Well then it’s a good thing

  • @nancypone5854
    @nancypone5854 3 місяці тому

    We applied to a private Christian school and vefore we were rejected, the admissions counselor told me we probably would be, and she juat wanted to let me know why. She cited the long time it took my kids to compelte the testing, which they were explicitly told had no time limit, and on which the math portion they tested years above grade level. (The harder questions perhoaps take longer to calculate by hand, did they consider that?) She also told me that my child's occasional throat clearing, which has been medically diagnosed as tourretes, could be disruptive to others and cause her to made fun of. And finally, she also noted that her need to wipe dust off thr desk and keyboard (because of a medically diagnosed dust allergy that causes her asthmatic reaction) is problematic becuae they "have lots of dusty corners" and feels my duaghter would be better served in a smaller environment that can allow her to take time for wiping and cleaning her workspaces.

  • @mikeveis2054
    @mikeveis2054 4 місяці тому

    They should contact the ACLU if necessary.

  • @ultravioletpisces3666
    @ultravioletpisces3666 5 місяців тому

    You have the right to FREE and appropriate public education… but you gotta pay for an attorney to get the free education you are entitled to….

  • @gabzgroove3088
    @gabzgroove3088 6 місяців тому

    STUDENTS WITH IEP's SHOULD NOT HAVE TO ANSWER SURVEY QUESTIONS THAT INCLUDE ANYTHING REGARDING GENDER IDENTITY NONSENSE, ESPECIALLY IN A MATH CLASS. THEY HAVE IT HARD ENOUGH WILL SIMPLE TOPICS, AS IS. TRASH!!!

  • @guidedbythedevine6397
    @guidedbythedevine6397 7 місяців тому

    I need u I’m broken I’m in tears we need help

  • @lolakinns8862
    @lolakinns8862 7 місяців тому

    i’ve been discriminated since i was 8 years old to age 16 the schools treated me terribly i will be suing for 5 to 10 million

  • @MomLifeWorld
    @MomLifeWorld 8 місяців тому

    Can I sue the school district for making my daughter dig napkins out of the toilet?

  • @MetalJoe101
    @MetalJoe101 8 місяців тому

    Can you sue a private school for putting there hands on a kid

  • @annieblancas3209
    @annieblancas3209 8 місяців тому

    My som was choked till he passed out by student the principal did not take disciplinary action rather than to remove the student out of my sons class he states it be easier to remove my son from class to a different class in the end they both ended up in same class again stating he would not be able to expel the student which committed the assault due to school policies *” A month later my son was sexually harassed what can i do

  • @SunnyAquamarine2
    @SunnyAquamarine2 8 місяців тому

    What if you can't afford an attorney?

  • @SteelerSoonerNation
    @SteelerSoonerNation 8 місяців тому

    I was promised an apartment with all bills paid. Whenever show up the next day after the financial paperwork asked what apartment I'll be moving in? Oh they didn't get a hold of you? I spoke with them about 4:15 on the phone everything from Apartment, , computer,tools book's the school has covered

    • @SteelerSoonerNation
      @SteelerSoonerNation 8 місяців тому

      Then whenever doing projects was kept on project 1 till final exam, 5th week, if your not going to teach me, then you pay the school and I'll pack my things and go home

    • @SteelerSoonerNation
      @SteelerSoonerNation 8 місяців тому

      Instructor standing up get out Get out of my classroom. Ok, loading my things then walking outside he followed, hey I can't have you disrespecting me in front of the kids. Calling me a lier, cheat he didn't mention calling me that or apologize for. I spoke many times with Mrs Cummings, about everything going on, , she was pulling me from his class to a different instructor because of the situation.

    • @SteelerSoonerNation
      @SteelerSoonerNation 8 місяців тому

      For her taking me out I didn't drop out, quit it was that way I could learn what I'm paying for.

  • @user-pm7cq2xr5h
    @user-pm7cq2xr5h 8 місяців тому

    Attorney you got office in Honolulu Hawaii?

  • @evafraga1706
    @evafraga1706 9 місяців тому

    They almost killed my son at school, they didn’t call an ambulance on him .. I need a lawyer in Houston

  • @tameschannel1865
    @tameschannel1865 9 місяців тому

    At my high school yesterday I was in gym and I was running but I slipped and fell on my back because they had mopped but not put up a wet floor sign, they put one up after I slipped. My back now hurts. I’m not sure what to do.

  • @microponics2695
    @microponics2695 9 місяців тому

    I feel like some Ai animated this video but didn't quite get the lips to move at the same time as the video. Thumbs UP!

  • @user-pf6mn2no1r
    @user-pf6mn2no1r 9 місяців тому

    I get expel because I didn’t attend classes for more than 10 days does and I am more than 19 years old

  • @surgeryqueensrd4518
    @surgeryqueensrd4518 9 місяців тому

    I need to get a hold of someone! My son’s school has several violations

    • @Juliette_Ba
      @Juliette_Ba 9 місяців тому

      Call the us department of education office for civil rights and file a formal complaint. Is it a specific teacher refusing to accommodate your son or is the school refusing to provide accommodations?

    • @janeenhobbs6900
      @janeenhobbs6900 8 місяців тому

      Me too

    • @cambrashia3835
      @cambrashia3835 8 місяців тому

      Hello, how are you? I wanted to know if you ever received help from anyone or found the right resources pertaining violations with your child's IEP?

  • @rokrok27
    @rokrok27 9 місяців тому

    Why is he talking like that

  • @user-dg6lk4nl9k
    @user-dg6lk4nl9k 9 місяців тому

    Thank you so much this was very very very helpful

  • @BringYourAuraColors
    @BringYourAuraColors 10 місяців тому

    I need help! Do you practice law in Georgia?

  • @saraw9146
    @saraw9146 10 місяців тому

    I am taking my child’s district down, I have to sue them! They have failed so many children locally and it makes me sick!

    • @ugh9671
      @ugh9671 6 місяців тому

      I'm trying to do the same thing. Need faith and luck! Same to you.

  • @alyshahelis1799
    @alyshahelis1799 10 місяців тому

    Good to know!!

  • @patriciabernard2244
    @patriciabernard2244 10 місяців тому

    Looking for an attorney that will assist in representing my family. My son went to a school that we told was accredited then when he applied for college we find out the school is not accredited. This is from 6th grade to 12 grade. We paid for tuition uniforms lunch etc for all years. As well as cap and gown.

  • @Ms.Red_
    @Ms.Red_ 10 місяців тому

    All because I stick up for my for my children I am there advocate

  • @Ms.Red_
    @Ms.Red_ 10 місяців тому

    I need help myself I wish I could talk to some of your parents I'm trying to find a lawyer now do you all have one and if you do can you help me with any numbers I'm being blackballed by the school system

  • @robertpaul4721
    @robertpaul4721 10 місяців тому

    But what if she was just standing there watching and she gets suspended

  • @healthyandrew5294
    @healthyandrew5294 10 місяців тому

    CUNY is such a horrible education

  • @bansarishastri8854
    @bansarishastri8854 11 місяців тому

    What is to be done if university has suspended a student in 1st semester and asking to take transfer to other university or the university will terminate?

    • @s_1408
      @s_1408 11 місяців тому

      The last part of your question is confusing.. please clarify

  • @bansarishastri8854
    @bansarishastri8854 11 місяців тому

    What is to be done if university has suspended a student in 1st semester and asking to take transfer to other university or the university will terminate?

  • @bansarishastri8854
    @bansarishastri8854 11 місяців тому

    What is to be done if university has suspended a student in 1st semester and asking to take transfer to other university or the university will terminate?

  • @Michael8888G
    @Michael8888G 11 місяців тому

    My question is when I was in elementary here in New York. And I strongly feel. It was the opposite. I may be special but they started with speech classes and I was one of those pushed through the program. Blue ribbon? The no child left behind act. I was put into section 504. Eventually . I feel when I moved to another school. They intuitively knew this was going on. According to SSI they see nothing serious enough to obtain SSd benefits.. I know that they used me as a transaction. . This altered the whole course of my life. 35 years later I realized that I was sacrificed so the school can make money. Sadly this could lead to a domino effect. On some organizations ,If many powerful people that have also tried to change the course of my life I feel they are all connected. I feel there is a huge lawsuit.. and much corruption.... And some shady paper trails. I may need a lawyers advice if it's worth fighting. I've been watched since birth. And quite frankly they owe me my own life back and then some. Chosen ones always get attacked and know the ones doing it. Always gets exposed. And that was just the beginning... To many more situations. They planted a bad seed in me. And now I'm trying to fix everything they broke on my own. I'm still being haunted at age 35. And I don't trust many people. God bless those who faced the same cruelty.

  • @rememberme3156
    @rememberme3156 11 місяців тому

    how was i supposed to know this when i was jumped in the 4th grade bro 😭

  • @magicbrad77
    @magicbrad77 11 місяців тому

    waveform update

  • @ianfortuna9385
    @ianfortuna9385 11 місяців тому

    I’ll never forget: History was my best subject in high school. I didn’t even have to study because in some cases I studied for the fun of it. One girl she was HORRIBLE at it. She failed her last 3 tests and on the final exam she needed to pass it. So we collaborated she sat next to me and I told her if I hold one finger up the answer is A if I hold up 2 fingers answer is B if I hold up 3 fingers answer is C etc. After we both passed the teacher told us to stay after class. She asked us why we had the same answers. I told her word for word “We because we had the same questions” she DID NOT like that. She Asked us “Did you 2 cheat?” I told her “What makes you think we cheated exactly? If you have no evidence of us cheating this won’t hold up” she said “I believe you did because she has failed last 3 tests and she’s not done well at all on the rest of the tests around the year and suddenly you’re an expert?” I told her “Ms. Jackson you have no reason to believe we cheated. I could’ve tutored her, she could’ve studied like me. Did you see us talking to each other” she mumbled “No” “Did you see us show our paper?” She exhaled “No” “Do you have any significant evidence that we cheated other than the fact we have the same answers? You don’t even have the supporting facts that we have the same mistakes to support this accusation.” She exhaled and said “I have no evidence but I believe you 2 did” and I told her “Well we didn’t and you will not prove otherwise I promise!” She shook her head and told us we were dismissed. Before we left I told her “One more thing Ms. Jackson you need to have bigger faith in your students! The fact you believed that she would fail the final exam just because of her history just shows how little faith you have in your students and if you don’t believe in that then maybe you shouldn’t be a teacher” her eyes went wide and her face got red.