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Montgomery pilot shows early drops in suspensions and fights after conflict-resolution counselors added
Summary
A two-year pilot placing conflict-resolution counselors in Montgomery schools has decreased in-school and out-of-school suspensions and reduced recorded fights, according to district and sponsor testimony; the program also offers home visits and small-group mediation.
Representative Philip Enseler and program staff reported to the Ways and Means Education committee that a two-year pilot in Montgomery Public Schools placing conflict-resolution counselors in selected schools has produced early improvements in student behavior and attendance.
Representative Enseler described the program as an evidence-based effort to reduce disciplinary incidents, absenteeism and the school-to-community spillover of conflicts. The program funds district hires — typically…
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