Outline of the state of Rhode Island
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Rhode Island
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Category
Alternatives to Exclusionary Discipline

Category
Alternatives to Exclusionary Discipline

State law requires districts to use alternatives to out-of-school suspension or expulsion, such as in-school suspension, behavioral interventions, or restorative practices.

State of Rhode Island General Laws § 16-2-17.1. In school suspensions.

Suspensions issued shall not be served out of school unless the student's conduct meets the Standard set forth in § 16-2-17(a) or the student represents a demonstrable threat to students, teachers, or administrators.

Policy Type
Statute