Disciplinary dismissals are allowed for kindergarten through grade 3 students in Minnesota.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to allow for disciplinary dismissals in kindergarten through grade 3. Students in these grades can be dismissed for up to one partial day and one full day following an incident to allow schools to communicate with parents and ensure the student's safe return. Expulsions and exclusions are only permitted after other resources are exhausted and if there is a serious safety threat. This change takes effect for the 2026-2027 school year.

Disciplinary dismissals are allowed for kindergarten through grade 3 students in Minnesota.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to allow for disciplinary dismissals in kindergarten through grade 3. Students in these grades can be dismissed for up to one partial day and one full day following an incident to allow schools to communicate with parents and ensure the student's safe return. Expulsions and exclusions are only permitted after other resources are exhausted and if there is a serious safety threat. This change takes effect for the 2026-2027 school year.