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SF public schools stopped suspending students. What they’re doing instead is illegal
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Jennifer Wadsworth , as published by The San Francisco Standard
· October 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The fact that off-the-book suspensions continue to happen despite being illegal has been confirmed by multiple sources. Public schools have stopped suspending students, but an alternative practice has raised concerns.
Public schools have stopped suspending students, but an alternative practice has raised concerns. Off-the-book suspensions, which are against the law, are reportedly still occurring. Families and researchers have noted their existence, and the district itself has also acknowledged this.
Further details about these practices are available, but it is known that they are not legally permitted. The fact that off-the-book suspensions continue to happen despite being illegal has been confirmed by multiple sources.
More information on this issue can be found through additional reporting, which explores the complexities of this situation and the implications of these practices.
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Category: schools Published: October 7, 2026 Source: The San Francisco Standard Reading time: 1 min
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