Jenny Abamu

A Dreaded Part Of Teachers' Jobs: Restraining And Secluding Students

"It's a rare day where you don't get hurt." "I just never felt fully comfortable." Those are just a few of the things educators told NPR about their use of restraint and seclusion in classrooms.

NPR Headlines

Educators: Have You Used Restraint And Seclusion In School? Tell Us About It

Clare Lombardo, Jenny Abamu

NPR wants to hear from educators about how these methods are used in schools.

National headlines

U.S. Schools Underreport How Often Students Are Restrained Or Secluded, Watchdog Says

Jenny Abamu

Districts are supposed to tell the government how often students are held or detained. But a new report says those numbers are so inaccurate, there's no way of knowing the prevalence of these methods.

National headlines

How Some Schools Restrain Or Seclude Students: A Look At A Controversial Practice

Jenny Abamu

It's supposed to be a last resort when students pose a danger to themselves or others, but laws and policies vary widely around the country.

National headlines

Desperation And Broken Trust When Schools Restrain Students Or Lock Them In Rooms

Rob Manning, Jenny Abamu

Restraint and seclusion are controversial practices in public schools. They are most often used on students with disabilities, and parents say they take an emotional toll.