The LEGAL ONE Podcast
Law, Ethics, and Governance for All Leaders, including an Overview of New and Emerging issues.
LEGAL ONE is the leading provider of education law workshops, online courses, and webinars for school leaders, educators, and other key stakeholders. We can also provide you and your entire team in-district training on any school law matter. For more information, contact us at legalone@njpsa.org
Recent Episodes
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July 6, 2026
Understanding How to Safely Handle and Dispose of Vape Products in Schools
This episode focuses on raising awareness about the environmental and health issues that arise related to the handling of disposable vapes, the current state and federal laws that address handling and disposal of these products, and current guidelines that are available to help guide schools in addressing this complex issue. Host - David Nash, Esq., Director of Legal Education and National Outreach, FEA Guests - Maya Shenoy, MPH, NCNTT, Program Manager at the Southern NJ Perinatal Cooperative;
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June 29, 2026
The Arts in Public Education: Legal Requirements, Benefits, and Student Success
In this episode, listeners will learn about the key legal requirements to provide Arts Education in New Jersey Schools. Listeners will gain information about the benefits that a School District and its students gain in areas including Special Education, reducing chronic student absenteeism, improving graduation rates and academic success, improving school climate and culture, mental health benefits, improving student communication skills, providing inclusive environments open to all students, pr
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June 22, 2026
How to Combat Efforts to Target Minors for Vaping and Substance Use
This episode focuses on understanding the evolution of the tobacco industry’s efforts to target minors and promote tobacco use, the resources available through the Institute for Nicotine and Tobacco Studies to assist school districts and others throughout the nation, and lessons learned from prior successes in addressing tobacco use among youth. Host - David Nash, Esq., Director of Legal Education and National Outreach, FEA Guest - Kevin Schroth, Esq., Associate Professor in the Department of
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June 15, 2026
A Comprehensive Approach to Tobacco Use in Schools
This episode focuses on the evolving trends related to use of tobacco products by students, effective strategies for working with youth at the grassroots level, relevant legal obligations for school officials, and a review of a comprehensive toolkit developed by New Jersey Prevention Network and LEGAL ONE. Host - David Nash, Esq., Director of Legal Education and National Outreach, FEA Guests - Diane Litterer, Executive Director, New Jersey Prevention Network; Carlo Favretto, Statewide Youth Co
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Oct. 20, 2025
The Role of Law Enforcement in Working with Schools to Address Student Substance Use
In this episode, listeners will learn about the key legal requirements that must be addressed when schools and law enforcement work together to address student substance use and related issues. Listeners will gain insights into key aspects of the Memorandum of Agreement between Education and Law Enforcement and learn key strategies for ensuring the most effective possible working relationship between schools and law enforcement. Host - David Nash, Esq., Director of Legal Education and National
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Oct. 13, 2025
The Role of the Student Assistance Coordinator and School Counselor in Ensuring a Comprehensive Drug and Alcohol Counseling Program
In this episode, listeners will learn about the critical functions served by the Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) in New Jersey schools, and how the SAC plays a key role in promoting a comprehensive drug and alcohol counseling program and promoting student wellness. Host - David Nash, Esq., Director of Legal Education and National Outreach, FEA Guest - Lori Roland, LPC, LCADC, Student Assistance Coordinator, Brick Township High School