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Columbia Schools Policy Committee Discusses Restraint of Children and Recording of Teachers

Members of the Columbia School Board’s policy committee Monday continued discussions on two contentious issues: when teachers can restrain students and when parents can record teachers. But it’s not clear when either might be heading to a vote by the full board.

The policy discussion on use of restraint in schools comes as the Columbia School District is facing a lawsuit over the seclusion and restraint of a kindergarten student. Andrew Hirth, the attorney representing the family, said the case is proceeding after a judge ruled against the district’s motion to dismiss it. No trial date has been set yet.

Michelle Baumstark, the district’s spokesperson, said the proposed policy changes are not related to the lawsuit, but stem from new recommendations by the Missouri School Boards’ Association.

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