School Discipline Laws & Regulations by State & Category

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Hawaii

LAWS

§302A-1141.4. Use of physical restraint limited; notification; policies and procedures; training; review.

(g) All public schools shall ensure that staff who use restraint in facilities or programs are trained, recertified, or trained and recertified on a periodic basis no less frequently than annually. Training shall include:

(1) Evidence-based techniques shown to be effective in the prevention of restraint;

(2) Evidence-based techniques shown to be effective in keeping school personnel and students safe when imposing restraint;

(3) Evidence-based skills related to positive behavioral supports and interventions, safe physical escort, conflict prevention, understanding antecedents, de-escalation, and conflict management;

(4) A wide array of prevention and intervention modalities; and

(5) Information describing state policies and procedures that meet the minimum standards established by state statutes and administrative rules.

REGULATIONS

No relevant regulations found.