Stephanie Arndt Presents Landmark Case to Supreme Court
Asserts that Michigan’s schools be held accountable for peer sexual harassment
On Wednesday, March 13, 2024, Christensen Law Appellate Attorney Stephanie Arndt presented a landmark case, Jane Doe v. Alpena Public Schools, before the Michigan Supreme Court. Stephanie advocated for a cause central to our community’s values: safeguarding the rights of children within educational institutions.
When asked to comment on the importance of this case, Stephanie said, “This case is significant because it is the first opportunity that the Michigan Supreme Court will have to address a student’s civil right to be free from peer sexual harassment in school.”
This case represents a critical juncture for our legal system, spotlighting its stance on fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students. As we await the Court’s decision, we stand united in our commitment to justice and applaud Stephanie’s masterful articulation of the facts and the wider impact this case will have on all Michigan students.
Watch the full video of oral arguments in Jane Doe v Alpena Public Schools below.
In The News
- State supreme court hears arguments in school safety civil rights case | Michigan Public | Published March 13, 2024 | Rick Pluta (MPRN)
- High court hears arguments in Alpena Public Schools civil rights case | WCMU Public Media Central Michigan University | Published March 13, 2024 | Rick Pluta (MPRN)
- Are Michigan K-12 schools liable for sexual harassment among students? High court to decide | The Detroit News | Published March 14, 2024 | Beth LeBlanc
- High court hears arguments in Alpena Public Schools civil rights case | The Alpena News | Published March 16, 2024 | Temi Fadayomi
- More information on the case can be found here on the Supreme Court’s website
The ELLIOTT-LARSEN ACT
Courtesy of Michigan Legislature. Read the Act here.
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