School Punishment Continuation Rules

Summary

School districts in Pennsylvania can extend disciplinary actions into a new school year. Your sons IEP may offer protections. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Educations Special Education ConsultLine or the Education Law Center in Philadelphia for guidance. Consulting a local education attorney is also recommended.

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Is it legal for a school district to continue a punishment into a new school year?
Hello ****,
Generally, school districts in Pennsylvania do have the authority to continue disciplinary actions into a new school year in certain circumstances. However, the exact regulations can vary. Could you provide more details on the nature of the punishment and the context?
My son was suspended for a fight that he did not cause another student attacked him and hit him 3x and then he swung back on him to defend him. He was suspended for 5 days but there is only * left for this school year. My son also has an IEP and we struggle with attendance issues already.
Hello ****,
Based on your situation:
- Pennsylvania law allows schools to extend suspensions into the next school year if required.
- Your son's IEP may provide some protections. If you feel his rights under the IEP were violated, you might want to consider a due process complaint.
- It's recommended to consult a local education attorney for advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
can you guide me in the right direction?
Certainly, ****.
- Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Special Education ConsultLine for advice: *-*-*-*.
- Reach out to the Education Law Center in Philadelphia. They specialize in education law and rights for students with IEPs.
- Consider seeking a local education attorney for further guidance.