An Act addressing school exclusion policies to remedy disparities in educational achievement
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to address disparities in educational achievement by reviewing and potentially revising school exclusion policies. It seeks to ensure that these policies are applied fairly and do not disproportionately impact students from marginalized communities. The bill intends to promote equitable educational opportunities for all students within the state’s public schools. It focuses on examining current practices and recommending changes to mitigate negative educational outcomes associated with exclusionary discipline.
Key provisions
- Review of school exclusion policies (e.g., suspensions and expulsions).
- Assessment of the impact of these policies on student achievement.
- Identification of disparities in application of exclusion policies across different student groups.
- Recommendations for alternative disciplinary approaches.
- Consideration of the root causes of student behavior that lead to exclusion.
- Potential implementation of restorative justice practices.
- Data collection and analysis to monitor the effectiveness of any policy changes.
Who is affected
- Students in public schools
- School administrators
- School districts
- Educators
- Students from marginalized communities
Notable changes
- The bill calls for a comprehensive review of existing school exclusion policies.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Steven Ultrino
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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