This week in the Gotham Gazette, the New York low graduation rates are attributed to degrading learning environments, inadequate services and curriculum, and harsh suspensions, expulsions and arrests in schools.
The article highlights a case where a 16 year old is pushed into a special education school for “emotional disturbance.” The outcome of his case lead to an unnecessary school arrest, interrupted education due to court hearings, and a probation violation, all of which direct the student away from school.
The article questions current Department of Education policies and the need to rethink the disciplinary procedures as well as special education practices. The article highlights the increased rate of suspensions and increase in safety officers in schools. The article encourages New York to look at restorative practices, which have been taking place in cities around the nation.
To read the Gotham Gazette article, click here.
The article highlights a case where a 16 year old is pushed into a special education school for “emotional disturbance.” The outcome of his case lead to an unnecessary school arrest, interrupted education due to court hearings, and a probation violation, all of which direct the student away from school.
The article questions current Department of Education policies and the need to rethink the disciplinary procedures as well as special education practices. The article highlights the increased rate of suspensions and increase in safety officers in schools. The article encourages New York to look at restorative practices, which have been taking place in cities around the nation.
To read the Gotham Gazette article, click here.
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