Public schools; use of seclusion and restraint, report.

This legislation strengthens oversight of how public schools in Virginia use seclusion and physical restraint on students. It mandates that school divisions maintain detailed, transparent records whenever these interventions occur and requires formal notification to parents or guardians. By requiring schools to report these incidents to the Virginia Department of Education, the bill aims to improve accountability and ensure that such measures are used only as a last resort in emergency situations. For families in Arlington, this change provides clearer insight into school safety practices and offers better protections for students with disabilities or those experiencing behavioral crises. The ultimate goal is to standardize reporting procedures across the state, ensuring that disciplinary or safety interventions are documented and tracked consistently to prevent misuse.