Share on linkedin Kansas' biggest school district is required to overhaul its discipline system under a settlement with the Department of Justice following an investigation intoWichita Pubic Schools agreed to eliminate seclusion, restrict restraint and reduce law enforcement's involvement in student discipline. The settlement is a part of a larger DOJ effort to combat improper isolation of students.
"I believe strongly that they will also help us to provide the innovative and impactful educational experience that every student deserves. Together, we will continue to do and be better for our students."The Justice Department has reached settlement agreements with seven other school districts since 2017 related to treatment of students with disabilities.
Black girls, especially, received harsh punishment. They were referred for insubordination at more than 4.5 times the rate as white girls.