Question:

Can my child be suspended for being disrespectful?

Answer:

Your child cannot be subjected to an extended suspension for displaying disrespectful behavior unless the behavior was chronic, ongoing, or created extreme disruption. It is important to review the school’s student code of conduct to understand the different categories of offenses and your child’s rights. Consider if interventions or strategies other than suspension were tried to address the behavior, and whether your child has a disability that may be impacting their behavior in school.

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