Director reports decrease in seclusion and restraint; eight incidents this year involved five special education students

Jun 15, 2026

Mary O'Brien presented the annual seclusion and restraint report, saying incidents decreased this year and noting eight incidents involving five special education students at elementary levels. O'Brien said such measures are a last resort to protect students and staff.

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Mary O'Brien, Director of Student Services for the Mauston School District, presented the district's annual seclusion and restraint report and said the district recorded fewer incidents this school year.

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