The Fargo Public Schools in North Dakota is revising its policy on restraining students with disabilities.
This decision follows a federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Education, which found the district’s previous practices could violate the rights of these students to an appropriate public education.
The probe highlighted issues such as insufficient staff training and poor record-keeping of restraint incidents.
In response, the district has seen fewer restraints due to improved training and adopting the Ukeru system, focusing on de-escalation techniques.
The district is committed to ongoing improvements, including revising policies and ensuring compliance with individual education plans, to support students with disabilities better.
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