Charles County Bucks Statewide Increase in School Suspensions
Key Factor Is Use of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

School suspensions have increased in Maryland. The number of students receiving multiple suspensions has also risen. As reflected in a new study by Advocates for Children and Youth, in Charles County, suspensions and multiple suspensions have decreased as the county schools have widely implemented Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), an alternative approach to school suspensions. Maryland should provide funding and technical assistance to help other jurisdictions implement the full continuum of PBIS supports in their schools.

To see the complete study by Advocates for Children and Youth, click here.