Parents often expect a school suspension to come with official paperwork, clear policies, and documented reasons. However, many families of children with disabilities are discovering a less visible practice known as a soft suspension. These informal removals can include repeated requests to pick up a child early, shortened school days, or being told to keep a student home without formal disciplinary action. Understanding how soft suspensions affect students with disabilities is essential because these practices can disrupt learning while avoiding the accountability that comes with formal suspensions.
