Kansas School District to Revise Discriminatory Discipline Practices

Justice Department settlement requires Wichita Public Schools to end seclusion, reform restraint methods, and address racial disparities.

Investigation revealed Black and disabled students faced harsher discipline than their peers.
Black girls were disproportionately disciplined for minor infractions like dress code violations.
Students with disabilities experienced 98% of the district's restraints and seclusions.
The district will create an Office of Behavior Management Support to monitor compliance.
New policies will standardize dress codes and prevent discrimination in discipline.