Question:

Can my child be suspended for not listening to the teacher?

Answer:

Yes, a student in Maryland can be suspended for failing to obey a teacher’s instructions. The school principal must inform the student of the reasons for the suspension and give them a chance to respond before the suspension takes effect. After 10 days of in-school suspension, a conference must be held with the student, parents or guardian, and principal. If a longer suspension or expulsion is considered, there is a procedure that must be followed, including investigation and notification to the student and parents.

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