Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 3/14/2017 - 6:30 PM
Category: ITEMS OF BUSINESS
Type: Action
Subject: 2. Action on Resolution 1617R-005 by Directors Bonds and Harris to Explore Alternatives or Enhancements to MPS Disciplinary Programs
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
Policy: Admin Policy 8.17 - Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Discipline
Attachments Resolution 1617R-005
File Attachment:
Resolution 1617R-005 by Bonds and Harris Regarding Alternatives to Suspensions.pdf
Background: In January 2016, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors referred Resolution 1617R-005 to the Committee on Student Achievement and School Innovation (SASI).

If adopted, the Resolution directs the Administration to "explore alternatives or enhancements to MPS's current disciplinary programs in light of the U.S. Department of Education's "Guiding Principles: A Resource Guide for Improving School Climate and Discipline," especially as they relate to the elimination of out-of-school suspensions.

The Administration is in agreement with the intent of the Resolution, and is already addressing much of the information detailed in the Resolved and Further Resolved portions.
Fiscal Impact Statement: This item does not authorize expenditures.
Implementation and Assessment Plan Upon adoption of the resolution, the Administration will prepare the requested report.
Recommendation: The Administration recommends that the Board adopt Resolution 1617R-005 by Directors Bonds and Harris to Explore Alternatives or Enhancements to MPS Disciplinary Programs.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Matthew Boswell - Senior Director
Signed By:
Keith Posley - Chief
Signed By:
Dr. Darienne Driver - Superintendent