Disability Law Center (DLC), May 8, 2015, “Utah Educators Limit the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in Schools”
On May 8th the Utah State Office of Education amended a state rule regarding school and district discipline plans. The revised rule prohibits restraint or seclusion of a student for disciplinary purposes. Under the rule, seclusion or restraint is only permissible if the student poses an immediate danger to him/herself or others. Even then, staff must be appropriately trained, follow certain procedures, and collect and report data regularly.
- Press Release: Limiting the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
- Comments: Proposed Rule Changes Limiting Restraint and Seclusion in Utah Schools (August 4, 2015)
http://disabilitylawcenter.org/education/