Minnesota HF2893 modifies recess detention rules for students, limiting its use and requiring parental consent.

Minnesota HF2893 amends the state's education statutes to modify the use of recess detention. The bill restricts the use of recess detention to cases where a student poses a serious physical threat to others, when parents consent, or when a student's individualized education program team deems it appropriate. It also mandates that schools notify parents within 24 hours of using recess detention and compile data on its use. The bill encourages schools to use nonexclusionary discipline and ensure students have access to breaks.

Minnesota HF2893 modifies recess detention rules for students, limiting its use and requiring parental consent.

Minnesota HF2893 amends the state's education statutes to modify the use of recess detention. The bill restricts the use of recess detention to cases where a student poses a serious physical threat to others, when parents consent, or when a student's individualized education program team deems it appropriate. It also mandates that schools notify parents within 24 hours of using recess detention and compile data on its use. The bill encourages schools to use nonexclusionary discipline and ensure students have access to breaks.