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Board approves first reading of restraint and seclusion policy revisions

6431074 · October 17, 2025
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The RSU 40/MSAD 40 school board approved a first reading of revised Policy IKAA and its procedure IKAA‑R, noting recent changes in state law that allow staff earlier non‑physical intervention in some situations and will mainly affect special education programs.

The RSU 40/MSAD 40 School Board approved a first reading of revised Policy IKAA (use of restraint and seclusion) and the accompanying procedure IKAA‑R at its meeting. The motion for the first reading passed as recorded in the meeting transcript.

Superintendent Dr. Ambrose told the board the revisions respond to recent legal changes and administrative guidance. “We’re really happy that the policy, or the law has been amended to allow us to intervene…

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