Each year, new issues, technologies, and events impact the way
that independent schools set and carry out their expectations,
values, and procedures in their communities. As independent schools
embark on the 2024-2025 school year, it is imperative that they
ensure that their employee and student handbooks are not only
comprehensive but also address new and evolving issues affecting
independent schools. Below, we have summarized several new policies
that independent schools should consider implementing for the
upcoming school year.
Name, Image, and Likeness
Following in the footsteps of collegiate student-athletes, high
school athletes have also begun to seize opportunities to monetize
their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Where a high school student
is able to receive compensation for their NIL is governed by state
law and regulations. Currently, 33 states and the District of
Columbia permit the practice.
