The Justice Department investigated Wichita Public Schools and found systemic discrimination against Black and disabled students in disciplinary practices. Black students, especially Black girls, faced disproportionate exclusion for minor infractions, often labeled with stereotypes like ‘attitude’. Security officers unnecessarily escalated incidents involving Black students to law enforcement. Additionally, students with disabilities endured excessive use of seclusion and restraint, with some subjected to these measures scores of times.
Kansas’ Largest School District was Discriminatory in its Discipline, Justice Department Says
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