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New York Schools Face Reform After Disproportionate Suspensions

2/13/2026

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New York Attorney General Letitia James found Buffalo Public Schools disproportionately suspend students of color and students with disabilities.
In 2022-2023, Black students were over six times as likely to be suspended, and Latino students were nearly four times as likely.
The report cites unclear discipline rules and inadequate support for non-English-speaking families.
The settlement requires reform of disciplinary practices and appointment of an independent monitor for four years.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James found Buffalo Public Schools disproportionately suspend students of color and students with disabilities.
In 2022-2023, Black students were over six times as likely to be suspended, and Latino students were nearly four times as likely.
The report cites unclear discipline rules and inadequate support for non-English-speaking families.
The settlement requires reform of disciplinary practices and appointment of an independent monitor for four years.