N A L T E R N A T I V E T O S U S P E N S I O N S

Restorative Justice in the School Setting

Preemption

Practice social-emotional learning and mental health literacy training to foster environments of inclusivity and understanding.

Response

Engage in a restorative practice that brings together all people impacted by an issue or behavior to communicate and work towards potential solutions going forward.

Reintegration

Assist students in the smooth transition back to school by engaging in a re-entry conference and identifying necessary support, with the goal of nurturing rather than alienating the student.

I E P ndividualized ducation

1

Upon evaluation, if the child is found to have a disability (per IDEA's definition), the child is eligible for services and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) must be written.

3

The state must identify, locate, and evaluate all children with disabilities in the state who need special education.

2

When the school schedules an IEP meeting, it must

Notify parents of time, place, location, and participants of the meeting Notice should offer enough time for parents to plan to attend Schedule a time and place agreeable by parents and school Inform parents they can invite people who have particular knowledge about the child