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Seclusion and restraint policy updated and added to student handbook, committee hears
Summary
The committee heard that the seclusion and restraint policy was updated by doctor Marquette Rideau and has been inserted into the student handbook; the Chair said procedural safeguards for students with disabilities remain in place.
Chair (S1) reported that the seclusion and restraint policy has been updated and included in the handbook. The Chair referenced the update specifically: “Seclusion and restraint guidelines and procedures. This is the updated policy that was added to the handbook,” and reiterated that procedural safeguards for students with disabilities remain the same.
Committee members offered positive feedback about clarity and statutory references but did not offer substantive amendments during the meeting. The Chair indicated the handbook — including the seclusion and restraint update — will go to the full board on Thursday for approval.
