Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding classroom behavior management.
EDUCATION -- Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding classroom behavior management.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
This bill reviews the powers and duties section of Idaho Code 33-1224 and defines corporal punishment, physical escorts, restraints, seclusion and explicitly prohibits corporal punishment to be used as a classroom punishmentmethod. Itfurtherprohibitsrestraintandseclusionasaformofdisciplineorclassroomgovernance. it clarifies that restraint and seclusion may only be deployed if a student has placed themselves, an employee, or other students and employees in imminent danger. It requires each school district and charter school board to adopt a policy that conforms to the statute and ensures a clear and transparent reporting requirement to parents or legal guardians. Staff directly assigned to students exhibiting aggressive or dangerous behaviors must be trained on the correct use of restraint and seclusion and de-escalation techniques. Finally, it directs the State Department of Education to prepare resources, guidance, and training modules to support each local education agency to adhere to the provisions of the bill.
HOW THEY VOTED
House Third Reading
YEA (45)
NAY (22)
ABSENT / NOT VOTING (3)
Senate Third Reading
YEA (21)
ABSENT / NOT VOTING (2)
House Third Reading
YEA (44)
NAY (25)
ABSENT / NOT VOTING (1)
LATEST ACTION
Reported Signed by Governor on April 3, 2023 Session Law Chapter 246 Effective: 07/01/2023