Can school remove student due to vocal tics?
Question: My child attends a public school in Michigan. If his vocal tic becomes disruptive (no words or obscenities) can he be asked to leave the classroom or be put in a special ed classroom? Thank you very much for your answer. TSA answers: No, he cannot be put in special education nor asked to leave the classroom. School must provide a free and appropriate education for all children in the least restrictive environment. The school needs to have an accommodation plan in place that will allow your son to stay in the classroom despite the vocal tics. This should include giving him frequent breaks out of the classroom to help release tics in a less embarrassing environment. He should be allowed to take a quick trip to the bathroom, the drinking fountain or to run an errand for the teacher. Most importantly, the entire class should be educated about your child¹s TS, so that they understand the vocal tics. This will make your child more comfortable and at ease in the classroom and as res
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