Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint

‘Publicly humiliated’: parents describe difficulty of children’s isolation at school Parents say use of isolation room damages mental health and children’s learning

Let's be clear, seclusion or isolation is NEVER a good place for children. Seclusion causes harm and is abuse. There is no proper way to use seclusion. endseclusion.info/4oGuiqp #EndSeclusion

Leading with the Heart with Jase Williams - AASR Live Please join us for “Leading with the Heart with Jase Williams.”Jase Williams is a TEDx Speaker who has 25 years of experience working as an educator and is the former Principal of Henry Hill School who won the prestigious Prime Minister’s Educatio...

ICYMI  “Leading with the Heart with Jase Williams” is now available on the podcast.

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‘Publicly humiliated’: parents describe difficulty of children’s isolation at school Parents say use of isolation room damages mental health and children’s learning

Parents say use of isolation room damages mental health and children’s learning #EndSeclusion
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A Cañon City mental health center faces new criticism as families claim retaliation for speaking out about restraint use on children. #EndSeclusion
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WA mother sues Edmonds School District for son's severed fingertip A Snohomish County mother is suing the Edmonds School District, claiming her 10-year-old son’s fingertip was severed by a teacher's door slam.

A Snohomish County mother is suing the Edmonds School District, claiming her 10-year-old son’s fingertip was severed when a special education teacher slammed a metal door shut — and that the school never gave her a straight answer about what happened. #EndSeclusion

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'She took the right action': Mother of child in Blue Valley School District incident speaks out The mother of a child in the Blue Valley School District supports her son's former teacher who was fired after she violated district policy when she helped the woman's son during a problem at school.

This is an interesting story. I am sure there are details of the situation that are not widely known. I really feel for the child and their parents, as it sounds like there is significant backlash from the community. endseclusion.info/3Jlq2gV #EndSeclusion

Leading with the Heart with Jase Williams Event in Benedict, MD, United States by Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint on Thursday, October 23 2025

Join us live on Thursday, 10/2,3 at 3:30 pm EST for Leading with the Heart with Jase Williams. #EndSeclusion
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Applying Universal Design to Create Inclusive Classroom Spaces This self-paced course teaches Universal Design principles to create inclusive, sensory-friendly classrooms, reduce punitive discipline, and support student regulation, belonging, and engagement through proactive, low-cost environmental changes.

Check out our new course on applying universal design to create inclusive classroom spaces. endseclusion.info/4mZbh1W #EndSeclusion

Looks like a great free event from Kelly Mahler. What “Less Compliance” Really Means & How To Respond To Naysayers endseclusion.info/43sY9u7 #EndSeclusion

'Excessive restraint' among concerns at Southern Colorado youth treatment center, report says A new report from Disability Law Colorado details 'dangerous conditions' at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center in Cañon City.

A new report from Disability Law Colorado details what they call 'dangerous conditions' at Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center in Cañon City. #EndSeclusion
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Our friends at Place of Mind are offering a new opportunity to learn more about various topics surrounding Neurodivergence, health, and wellness, in order to shift away from reactive, treatment-focused approaches of behavioral health and crisis response. endseclusion.info/4qphI0u #EndSeclusion

In this article, Becca shares why ABA is not trauma-informed. endseclusion.org/2025/10/20... #EndSeclusion

Join me in welcoming our newest volunteer, Katy Davis. Katy Davis is a doctor of Education in cognitive development, a speech language pathologist, a mom and homeschooler of two autistic children, and a military spouse. #EndSeclusion

In Massachusetts schools, there were 29,074 restraints during the 2023-24 school year that resulted in 891 injuries in the 2023-24 school year, according to data the schools report to the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education #EndSeclusion
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In Massachusetts schools, there were 29,074 restraints during the 2023-24 school year that resulted in 891 injuries in the 2023-24 school year, according to data the schools report to the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education #EndSeclusion
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DC school employee accused of putting finger with hot sauce in student's mouth A staff member atNalle Elementary School has been placed on leave after they allegedly put their finger, covered in hot sauce, in a student's mouth.

"She then allegedly said she did it to the student because "he deserved it," the report stated." bit.ly/4ngHlxE #EndSeclusion

Northern Ireland minister denies ‘regression in children’s rights’ Northern Ireland's education minister has denied presiding over a "regression in children's rights" following a joint statement from two leading children's organisations. The Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY) and the

The Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY) and the Children’s Law Centre (CLC) resigned in August from the Department of Education’s restraint and seclusion task and finish group. #EndSeclusion
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"I want to focus on implementing meaningful strategies and tools that prevent escalation. The best way to prevent restraint and seclusion is to not have a reason to even consider it," said Jennie DunKley endseclusion.info/4nfkYsp #EndSeclusion

Central Bucks officially fires former superintendent, principal over student abuse claims The Central Bucks School District has terminated its former superintendent and a principal following investigations into alleged abuse.

"The Central Bucks School District has officially terminated its former superintendent and a principal following investigations into alleged abuse inside a special education classroom at Jamison Elementary School." endseclusion.info/42PCyf7 #EndSeclusion

Frederick County special ed assistant accused of sex abuse of students This article contains mentions of sexual abuse and suicide. A Frederick County Public Schools special education instructional assistant has been charged with sexually abusing multiple students. John McAleer, 22, was employed at Oakdale Middle School

FCPS was previously investigated over the use of restraint and seclusion. Now, a Frederick County Public Schools special education instructional assistant has been charged with sexually abusing multiple students.https://endseclusion.info/3J5b7HE #EndSeclusion

Disruption in Schools: A New Book from Ben Sacco - AASR Live Please join us for “Disruption in Schools: A New Book from Ben Sacco."Ben is an education specialist and Author of ‘Disruption in Schools: Understand me before you mark me!’. He works with schools, teachers, and principals to tackle issues like te...

ICYMI “Disruption in Schools: A New Book from Ben Sacco" is now available on the podcast. #EndSeclusion
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The vaccine-autism grift: Exploiting the fear of a toxic world Book excerpt from The Children Do Not Consent: The Search for Autism’s Cure & the Kids Who Pay the Cost, c. 2025 by Anne Borden King. Order at https://booksbyanneking.com/

Book excerpt from The Children Do Not Consent: The Search for Autism’s Cure & the Kids Who Pay the Cost from Anne Borden King. endseclusion.info/3L1wRVj #EndSeclusion

Guy will be presenting on Behavior is Biology: The Need for Trauma-Informed, Neuroscience-Aligned, Neurodiversity-Affirming, Relationship-Driven, and Collaborative Approaches on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM for the Howard County SECAC. #EndSeclusion

A task force examining the use of restraint and seclusion in Northern Ireland schools has been dealt a serious blow by the withdrawal of two leading children’s rights organizations, who say they have “lost all confidence” in the process. #EndSeclusion
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A Lever Long Enough: Changing Exclusionary Discipline Policies In North Carolina and Beyond Love Our Children NC used this concept to change the short-term suspension policy in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The non-profit organization was co-founded by me and Veronica McLaurin-Brown in March 2021. We are dedicated to ending exclusiona

Changing exclusionary discipline policies can be a lot of work.  Learn what Love Our Children NC is doing to end these practices. endseclusion.org/2025/10/15... #EndSeclusion

Brenda Gift, assistant superintendent at Lake Erie West Educational Service Center, said physical restraint should only be used when someone is in physical danger. #EndSeclusion
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Meet our newest affiliate. Making Sense of Autism. Making Sense of Autism is on a mission to foster meaningful connections and understanding between autistic individuals and those who are not, promoting inclusivity, empathy, and mutual respect. #EndSeclusion

A brief history of autism research: What science got wrong Chapter 1, pt. 3 of The Children Do Not Consent, by Anne Borden King

A new article from our friend Anne Borden King reminds us that the autism research world has a long history of getting autism wrong. https://endseclusion.info/48vKBl4 #EndSeclusion

Coffman said the surveillance footage shows the paraprofessional grabbing her son, pressing him against the wall, and holding him there for more than two minutes. Her son became upset after not earning McDonald’s with his class. https://endseclusion.info/3W7iO2V #EndSeclusion

Take Action: Cuts to Special Education Protections Are Happening NOW Tell Congress to protect special education! [@campaign]

The Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services has a critical role in IDEA and guidance. endseclusion.info/42EaHhU #EndSeclusion