HB 2515
Relating to elementary behavior intervention and safety
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve elementary behavior intervention and safety by clarifying procedures for teachers to address student behavior. It establishes a disciplinary process for students in grades six through twelve, requiring the State Board of Education to create a statewide disciplinary policy that the Legislature must approve. The bill also includes provisions for defining key terms, outlining a procedure for excluding students exhibiting violent or disruptive behavior, and allows for waivers from the policy under specific circumstances. It also addresses the needs of students with disabilities and outlines a plan for alternative learning centers.
Key provisions
- Establishes a disciplinary procedure for students in grades six through twelve when a teacher determines their behavior is violent, threatening, or intimidating.
- Requires the State Board of Education to adopt a statewide disciplinary policy, subject to legislative approval.
- Allows for waivers from the statewide disciplinary policy in certain circumstances.
- Defines key terms such as ‘violent, threatening, or intimidating’ behavior and ‘disorderly conduct.’
- Specifies requirements for excluding students from the classroom and notifying parents.
- Mandates the creation of alternative learning centers to address chronic disruptive behavior.
- Addresses potential conflicts with federal laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
- Allows for the use of classroom aides to provide behavioral support.
Who is affected
- Elementary school students
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