Physical Assault At School In Ohio
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(B)(1) Except as described in division (B) of this section, no school district or school shall issue an out-of-school suspension or expulsion to a student in grades pre-kindergarten through three.
Does Ohio require children to attend kindergarten? Yes. Ohio law requires children in this state go to kindergarten. Districts cannot admit a child to first grade who has not completed kindergarten unless the district has admitted the child for early entrance to first grade, which means skipping kindergarten.
Students in kindergarten through second grade (K-2) can only be expelled for very limited reasons (for example, having certain dangerous weapons or selling illegal drugs).
Ohio law states a public school may suspend a student from school for a period not to exceed ten school days. Public schools may expel a student from school for a period not to exceed eighty school days or the number of school days remaining in the semester or term.
If a six-year-old child has been suspended from school for defiant behavior you're not seeing at home, you might consult a mental health professional to assess your child's behavior. Consult with their teachers and work with them to tailor a behavioral plan.
(B)(1) Except as described in division (B) of this section, no school district or school shall issue an out-of-school suspension or expulsion to a student in grades pre-kindergarten through three.
In Ohio, corporal punishment in public schools is not allowed. However, such use of force is allowed if required to quell a disturbance or protect others from harm.
If you have a complaint, submit it in writing to your school, district, or county office of education, following the governing board policies and procedures. The local governing board has ultimate authority over many subjects, including: hiring and evaluation of staff.
Please enter following information to contact us. If you do not know your registered email address or SAFE ID you may be better served by calling (877) 644-6338 to speak to a customer service representative during the hours of 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
A complainant must email (ESEA@education.ohio) or mail a signed complaint that includes a description of the pertinent facts, identification of the alleged violations of ESSA Section 8501 and a recommendation for resolving the complaint.
