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An important case study to read.

When it comes to disciplinary practices that impact your child you must know your rights and your child's rights. School systems should have a regulation or policy that governs the student code of conduct. Keep the document handy and reference it as you navigate any school discipline practices. As we close out the school week, one last resource on the harmful effects of suspension and how it perpetuates the school-to-prison pipeline. https://lnkd.in/evJwSv4k

Misconduct, harassment, extremism and free speech continue to be areas of focus for the higher education sector, and in some instances can raise complex questions for institutions. Read Robert Renfree's latest blog to learn more. #HigherEducation #FreeSpeech #Misconduct #Harrassment

Do boys from underprivileged backgrounds face heightened academic challenges compared to girls of the same age, with the educational system showing a propensity to prioritise girls? Furthermore, do these boys, particularly those at risk of involvement in gangs and crime, experience a lack of support not only within the education system but also from West Midlands Police , local government, and central authorities? Andy Street #AtRiskYouth #EducationalDisparities #YouthInclusion #SupportingBoys #GangPrevention #CrimePrevention #EqualOpportunityEducation #CommunitySupport #GovernmentResponsibility #YouthEmpowerment #InclusivePolicing #AcademicEquity #DisadvantagedYouth #EducationalJustice #BreakTheCycle #EmpowerThroughSupport #CommunityEngagement #GovernmentSupport #EquitableEducation #AtRiskBoys #YouthOutreach

The potential impact of this pilot program extends beyond individual schools. If successful, it could serve as a model for statewide reforms, leading to broader changes in how schools across Pennsylvania handle discipline. This shift could ultimately contribute to reducing the school-to-prison pipeline, a phenomenon where harsh school disciplinary practices increase the likelihood of students entering the criminal justice system.

This is important work. We need professionals to prepare themselves to approach every student where they are and not continue stigmas that hold them back. #formerlyincarcerated #collegestudents https://lnkd.in/gYzvMNrY

Check out this explainer to learn more about restorative justice, and how it can be implemented in schools. #EWTopReadsoftheWeek

Alleged sexual assault of a twelve-year-old child, Jane Doe, by her speech therapist, Matias Cuevas. Doe seeks to hold the school liable because it contracted with a company that negligently hired special education instructors like Cuevas, failed to perform its own background checks on the instructors sent by that company, and did not adequately supervise those instructors.  Doe alleges that Cuevas sexually assaulted her because he believed her disability (a speech impediment) would prevent or hinder her from accusing him of wrongdoing. Every child has the right to safety and education at school. Independent oversight is required to achieve either from our public schools.  ➡️Share and follow us, to help us expose the urgent need for change in our public schools. #everychildmatters #awareness #educateyourself #education #independentoversightinpubliceducation #safeschoolsnow #disabledchildren

"Rather than be on the defensive, educators can achieve their maximum impact by assisting justice-involved students to cultivate better educational and social-emotional skills through developing strong student-teacher-parent relationships and modeling effective problem-solving and social skills." Find out more about how teachers can play a positive, proactive role with justice-involved youth in article Kylie Vera's "Partnering with Parents: The Power of Teachers to Support Families Involved in the Justice System" at https://lnkd.in/gG94xmgi #CPJ #SharedJustice #JuvenileJustice

Completely reasonable, grades are a transitory snapshot of ability, whereas the rules of behaviour stay with you for life. Our country could definitely use this type of discipline in our schools A good strategy of action There is a lot more to teaching children than simply what is in the books. A lot of what kids learn from textbooks is useless in real life and a waste of time. Teach kids how to navigate society and respect others. Teach them values and decent behaviour. There would be a lot less juvenile delinquents and responsible children. Teach them practical tools that they will truly need and utilize. #knowledgesharing #interactiveexperience #behavioralhealth #education #educationforall #educationalsupport