1. IDEA and Discipline

2. May not completely terminate the right to FAPE Must make “manifestation determination”

3. Manifestation Determination The IEP was appropriate Disability did not impair: *ability to understand impact and consequences *the ability to control behavior

4. If behavior is a manifestation of disability school may: Suspend or place in different setting for 10 days Alternative setting for up to 45 days if student: *carries a weapon *uses or sells drugs *is likely to injure self or others

5. School may report student to appropriate law enforcement authority Must include information on disability status