Suspension Decision Flow (MO1125)
Under Ministerial Order 1125, a principal must follow a strict, lawful sequence before a suspension can occur. This flowchart shows the required steps and what parents should expect.
Triggering Behaviour or Event
Incident occurs that may impact safety or learning
Incident occurs that may impact safety or learning
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All Reasonable Adjustments Reviewed
MO1125 requires the school to check whether all supports were in place and functioning
MO1125 requires the school to check whether all supports were in place and functioning
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Principal’s Consideration
Only the principal can lawfully suspend a student — no delegate, no acting without authority
Only the principal can lawfully suspend a student — no delegate, no acting without authority
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Parent Notified in Writing
A formal suspension letter including date, reason, adjustments considered, duration, and return meeting details
A formal suspension letter including date, reason, adjustments considered, duration, and return meeting details
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Return-to-School Meeting
Must include reintegration planning, supports, adjustments, and strategies to prevent recurrence
Must include reintegration planning, supports, adjustments, and strategies to prevent recurrence