School Discipline Reform: Moving Towards More Equitable Discipline Systems

Abdou, A. S. (Annmary)
Chapman University

 

Submission type

Round Table Discussion

Scheduled

Room 104, 10-07-2019, 09:00 - 10:30

Keywords

School discipline, discipline disproportionality, positive discipline, restorative justice, equitable systems change, school culture and relationships

Summary

The history and current state of school discipline policies and practices in the United States and across the globe are characterized by punitive, over-criminalized, and generally ineffective strategies for reducing problem behaviors. The consequences of widespread exclusionary discipline policies, such as “zero-tolerance”, have included a plethora of detrimental outcomes for students, especially for marginalized and minoritized populations who are disproportionately excluded from school and negatively impacted by the school-to-prison-pipeline. The need for school discipline reform appears to be a common goal amongst school psychologists and educators on an international scale. Therefore, the proposed roundtable is intended to provide a valuable opportunity for structured and thoughtful discussions amongst a diverse participant pool about school discipline issues and solutions. The primary goal is to engage in collective reflections and brainstorming about both empirical and practical issues in school discipline reform from a school psychology lens. Specific discussion strands will include positive discipline systems change efforts, such as restorative justice and culturally responsive social-emotional and behavioral support systems. The expected outcomes of this roundtable include increased understanding of international discipline reform efforts, creative and collaborative problem-solving, and increased networking and professional connections for consultation and potential research or practical collaborations.

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