It seems to say that the school should not be able to punish my son as they plan to do. Although I have some legal advice, it is very expensive for me to pay a lawyer to do the research. She has experience with other aspects of special education law, but not with discipline. If I have enough solid information to take to the school heaing, I may be able to put an end to this episode. For any student, such a severe punishment is uncalled for.
Schools administrators are to maintain a safe school environment - and keep guns out of schools.
Bringing a weapon or illegal drugs to school is the basis for placing a child in an alternative placement for up to 45 days . During the 45 day alternative placement, schools must continue to provide IDEA children with a free appropriate education. The law is clear about this. Discipline was a hot topic. At present, there are few cases that deal with the new statute because it is new.