US DOJ rules Lewiston Public Schools must end 'systemic and discriminatory' practices
Under terms of a settlement, Lewiston Public Schools must end shortened days for students with disabilities, provide equal education for English language learners
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Published: 1:59 PM EDT May 28, 2021
Updated: 3:08 PM EDT May 28, 2021
LEWISTON, Maine — An investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice has determined that Lewiston Public Schools engaged in "systemic and discriminatory practices" with students with disabilities and students who are learning English.
Under terms of a settlement announced Thursday, the school department must end its practice of shortened school days for students with disability-related behavior issues and must provide equal educational opportunities to "English learner students."