Durham Schools Accused of Neglecting Special Needs Students in Youth Home
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Advocacy groups, including the ACLU of North Carolina and Duke Children’s Law Clinic, have filed a state complaint against Durham Public Schools for failing to provide required education to students with disabilities held at the Durham County Youth Home. The complaint alleges that the district skipped special education plans and support during extended lockdowns, leading to students being isolated for up to 24 hours a day with limited one-on-one lessons. This isolation has reportedly worsened mental health, leaving youth depressed and anxious. School officials cite safety lockdowns and staffing shortages as reasons for the lack of access, but advocates argue for an audit of affected students, extra classes, and a ban on long isolations. State education leaders will investigate and issue a report by April 25th.
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