Katz v. Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High School District

**Katz v. Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High School District: School Boundary Dispute** This case involved a property boundary issue that affected school enrollment rights. Katz owned property that straddled the boundary line of the Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High School District, meaning parts of the property fell within the district while other parts did not. The school district refused to allow children living on Katz's property to enroll in district schools, likely arguing that the students didn't clearly reside within district boundaries. The court ruled in favor of Katz. Both the trial court and appellate court decided that the school district must allow the children to enroll. The court based its decision on Education Code section 48204(d), which requires school districts to enroll students who live in homes located within the district's boundaries, even if only part of the property falls within those boundaries. For workers, this case demonstrates how courts interpret rules literally when it comes to public services and benefits. Even when situations involve technical boundary questions, courts will typically apply the plain language of the law to ensure people receive the services they're entitled to based on their residence.