Research the implications of equal protection for K-12 students within ONE of the following groups: Classifications based on English language learners; Classifications through ability grouping/tracking; Classifications in academic programs based on gender; Classifications in sports programs based on gender; and Classifications to assign students to specific schools for racial balance. In a 500-750-word essay, address the following for the group that you have chosen: Summarize the factual background on how the students are classified; Identify the legal issues presented by these classifications; and Describe what equal protection requires. Include at least five references in your essay. At least three of the five references should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. rubric criteria: Select one of the groups from the assignment description and summarize the factual background on how these students are classified. Legal issues for selected group are thoroughly explained with specific examples and supporting resources. Description of what equal protection requires is comprehensive and uses supporting resources to expertly explain the point. 500-750 words
