What is the maximum number of days ESE students can receive Out-of-School Suspension (OSS)?

The correct response indicates that students with exceptional student education (ESE) status can receive a maximum of 10 days of Out-of-School Suspension (OSS). This guideline is based on regulations designed to ensure that students with disabilities are afforded appropriate protections under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and related legislation.

Under these regulations, a school may impose a short-term suspension that does not exceed 10 school days for a specific violation. This limit is established to balance the necessity of maintaining school discipline with the rights of ESE students to receive appropriate educational services and accommodate their unique needs. Longer suspensions, exceeding 10 days, would typically trigger additional requirements, such as a manifestation determination meeting, to ascertain whether the student's behavior was a result of their disability.

This balance helps to ensure that ESE students are not disproportionately affected by disciplinary actions, allowing for both accountability and due process in their educational environment.