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The Basics (6)+

• Parent's Guide to Public School Discipline in WA

  This guide provides advice for parents and guardians whose children are facing disciplinary proceedings in public schools. Read More

  By:

  ACLU

• Public School Discipline

  Your rights in school discipline and disciplinary proceedings. Publication #1116EN. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Reengagement Meetings

  This describes what happens after a student is long-term suspended or expelled (based on new school discipline laws in Washington State.) The tips and sample meeting template help families, students and educators prepare for and ensure a successful re-engagement meeting to problem solve disciplinary matters. Read More

  By:

  Office of Education Ombuds

• Request for School Conference Form

  Use this form to request a conference with your child's school regarding school discipline. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Suspensions, Expulsions, and Discipline in Public Schools

  A handbook for parents with children in elementary and secondary public schools in the state of Washington. Read More

  By:

  Office of the Education Ombuds

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  Spanish / Español

• Video - Rights of Special Education Students: Discipline

  This video describes your child's rights under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. These are federal laws, so the information is true for every state. This video will teach you about discipline of a special education student. Read More

  By:

  Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut

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  Spanish / Español

Truancies and School Attendance (2)+

• Parents' Guide to Truancy in Washington

  This guide is designed to help parents understand their children’s rights in the truancy process. It is not meant to provide legal advice. Students who want to learn more about their rights can also use this guide, but we recommend that they ask a trusted adult or youth advocate to help them through the process. Read More

  By:

  ACLU

• Truancy and School Attendance, Including 2020-2021 School Year Updates

  Information about what happens when your child does not attend school and the school files a truancy action. #1134EN Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project