FTCE Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Practice Test

What risk allows for a student to be temporarily suspended according to Honig v. Doe?

1. Excessive absences.

2. Prior academic failure.

3. Danger to themselves or others.

4. Involvement in extracurricular misconduct.

The correct answer is: Danger to themselves or others.

The reasoning behind this choice is grounded in the Supreme Court case Honig v. Doe, which highlighted the protection of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The court ruled that students with disabilities cannot be expelled or suspended for behaviors related to their disabilities unless they pose a danger to themselves or others. Therefore, if a student exhibits behavior that indeed poses such a risk, they may be temporarily removed from the educational environment to ensure safety. This ruling emphasizes the importance of considering the context of a student's behavior, particularly when related to a disability, rather than applying disciplinary measures indiscriminately.