An Act enhancing learning in the early school years through a ban on school exclusion in public prekindergarten through 3rd grade

This bill bans suspensions and expulsions for students in public prekindergarten through third grade in Massachusetts. It directly affects young students in these grades by prohibiting school exclusion for discipline infractions, aiming to support learning during critical early education years. The law requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to provide schools with guidance on alternatives like restorative justice and conflict resolution. The provision takes effect one year after enactment, with future expansions to include fourth and fifth grade (effective two years later) pending further legislative action.