Title
APPROVAL OF REVISED POLICY 5.343 USE OF TIME OUT, SECLUSION, OR RESTRAINT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Description
Policy 5.343 - Use of Time Out, Seclusion, or Restraint for Students with Disabilities
- Aligns definitions with State Statute.
- Updates the use of physical restraint and mechanical restraint in accordance with Statute on who can use it, how, and when.
- Prohibits use of seclusion.
- Updates monitoring and reporting requirements along with training requirements.
This policy was reviewed at the February 20, 2024 workshop.
The Board approved advertising the policy changes at the March 5, 2024 meeting, and a public notice of the proposed changes was published March 6, 2024.
Gap Analysis
This policy has been created to comply with state law and FL Department of Education rules.
Previous Outcomes
This policy was previously adopted by the School Board.
Expected Outcomes
Upon adoption of this policy, appropriate corresponding updates will be made to district procedures and manuals to align with the changes.
Strategic Plan Goal
Recommendation
That the revised Policy 5.343 - Use of Time Out, Seclusion, or Restraint for Students with Disabilities - be approved as presented.
Contact Information
CHRIS PARENTEAU chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net
CRAIG MANIGLIA craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net
CHRIS RENOUF chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
N/A