Why Suspensions and Expulsions Are Harmful

Suspensions and expulsions exclude children from valuable learning opportunities.

When young children are suspended or expelled, they miss out on learning experiences that are important to help them prepare for success in kindergarten and beyond.

Children also miss out on the opportunity to address their behavioral or developmental challenges. When children are suspended or expelled, the result is often that the children and families who are most in need of services don’t receive them.

Many studies find that suspension and expulsion at a young age do not support healthy growth and development. But when providers and families respond to confusing or concerning behaviors in a positive way, children are more likely to succeed in school and in life.

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