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Rethinking Suspensions: Restorative Justice, PBIS and More

Beginning in the 1970s, the number of suspensions began to rise at all grade levels, especially among certain groups, such as Black and disabled students. In recent years, many in education have questioned the value of relying too heavily on exclusionary practices, and increasingly schools have been looking for alternatives to suspension.

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October 10, 2024

Beginning in the 1970s, the number of suspensions began to rise at all grade levels, especially among certain groups, such as Black and disabled students. In recent years, many in education have questioned the value of relying too heavily on exclusionary practices, and increasingly schools have been looking for alternatives to suspension.

October 3, 2024

In the recent past individuals might not have been diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood, but now it seems that many educators and parents are quick to attribute a student’s problem behavior to ADHD.

September 26, 2024

In the midst of the ongoing youth mental health crisis the expiration of ESSER funds presents a significant challenge for school superintendents tasked with maintaining the momentum of their mental health programs.

September 19, 2024

Our post-pandemic and technology driven world has contributed to the already existing youth mental health crisis and school leaders are now tasked with finding innovative solutions to sustain and expand much needed school-based mental health services.

September 12, 2024

Throughout the United States educators are struggling to find ways to contain all types of school-based violence, verbal aggression is the most frequently reported across all grade levels.

September 3, 2024

Numerous national and local information campaigns have been launched to inform the public that individuals can access free and confidential support from The National Crisis Hotline simply by dialing or texting three numbers – 988.

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