When existence of the boxes was first revealed in a social media post in December, the school district responded by placing staff members on administrative leave and removing the wooden crates, while initially describing them as “calming stations.”

While the state report has not yet been made public, Stanley confirmed that it includes a long list of violations that require correction, including “the use of seclusion” and “improper physical restraints.”

Some parents told NPR they don’t believe these reforms go far enough. Herne noted the district has yet to issue a formal apology. She also said the state education department isn’t requiring dismissal of “ten to twelve” staff and faculty members involved in approving, constructing and using the wooden boxes.

this is absolutely devastating, the pattern of colonisation never changes 💔