Shortened Days
OVERVIEW
This is the 3rd of 4 videos in our short series on Shortened Days, in collaboration with ARCH Disability Law Centre.
This video focuses on when shortened days may be appropriate and when they are not.
You will learn:
why shortened days should only be used for clear, student-centred reasons, such as part of a temporary support or transition plan
why they should not be used because of staffing shortages or school convenience
when a lack of proper accommodation may be contributing to a student being kept out of school
You can find the transcription for this video here (including visual descriptions for the video).
Refer to our glossary if you’re having trouble understanding any of the terms in this series.
When are shortened days allowed or not allowed?
Schools should keep students in class for the full day, using shortened days only when necessary and part of an accommodation plan. Shortened days may be helpful as part of a transition plan. However, shortened days should be temporary and they should not be used because of staffing issues or as a quick fix for behavioural concerns. If students are not getting appropriate supports at school, it may violate their right to education.