Wisconsin S.B. 353

Wisconsin S.B. 353

Use of Seclusion and Physical Restraint in Public Schools, Including Charter Schools

Creates a new provision relating to the use of seclusion and physical restraint on pupils in public schools, including charter schools. Defines "covered individual" and limits use of seclusion or physical restraint to those individuals (teachers or student teachers). Sets standards for seclusion. Defines "physical restrain" and conditions under which it may apply. Requires parental notification as soon as practicable, but no later than one business day after the incident. Sets parameters around seclusion or physical restraint for a child with a disability. Requires training and sets parameters. Clarifies the actions that are NOT prohibited.
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2011/related/acts/125
Act Memo: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/lcactmemos/2011/REG/SB353.pdf

Source:
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov

Status: Signed into law Status Date: 03/21/2012

Wisconsin S.B. 353
Use of Seclusion and Physical Restraint in Public Schools, Including Charter Schools
Creates a new provision relating to the use of seclusion and physical restraint on pupils in public schools, including charter schools. Defines "covered individual" and limits use of seclusion or physical restraint to those individuals (teachers or student teachers). Sets standards for seclusion. Defines "physical restrain" and conditions under which it may apply. Requires parental notification as soon as practicable, but no later than one business day after the incident. Sets parameters around seclusion or physical restraint for a child with a disability. Requires training and sets parameters. Clarifies the actions that are NOT prohibited. https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2011/related/acts/125 Act Memo: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/lcactmemos/2011/REG/SB353.pdf
Source: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov
Status: Signed into law	Status Date: 03/21/2012