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Clayton County Public Schools presents Universal Discipline Matrix focused on restorative practices
Summary
Amy Robinson, the district's coordinating supervisor for student discipline, outlined a four-level Universal Discipline Matrix and said Clayton County Public Schools uses 12 prevention and alternatives-to-suspension programs to keep students engaged while addressing behavior.
Amy Robinson, coordinating supervisor of student discipline, prevention, and intervention for Clayton County Public Schools, introduced the district’s Universal Discipline Matrix during a presentation to students, families and community partners.
Robinson said the matrix is “a district wide framework designed to ensure that student behaviors are addressed in a clear, consistent, and equitable way across all Clayton County public schools,” and that it is aligned to the student code of conduct so that “discipline is not just about consequences, but about teaching, accountability, and growth.”
The matrix, Robinson explained, is structured into four levels “each representing increasing degrees of behavior and corresponding responses that are developmental, appropriate, and proportional.” She said the framework uses progressive discipline intended to tailor responses rather than apply a single approach to every case.
Robinson emphasized the district’s emphasis on restorative practices, saying the work focuses on “restoring relationships, repairing harm, and helping students learn from their actions.” She noted that school behavior intervention specialists provide targeted interventions and skill-building to support that goal.
She also said the district operates “our 12 prevention and alternatives to suspension programs” to keep students engaged and learning while addressing behavioral needs. Robinson described the district’s approach as both proactive and responsive, including positive behavior interventions and supports to teach and reinforce positive behaviors before challenges arise.
Robinson closed by stressing stakeholder involvement: the matrix was designed “with all stakeholders in mind, students, families, educators, and community partners,” and is intended to ensure fairness, consistency and equity across schools. She thanked partners for their continued support in helping students succeed.
The presentation was informational; Robinson did not propose a vote or formal action during the remarks, and no motions or formal decisions were recorded during the transcript.
