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The hidden cost of separating 'emotionally disturbed' students

April 26, 2026·38 minnarrativenews
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This episode of NPR's *Up First* examines the long-term consequences of the federally recognized special education category known as 'emotional disturbance' (ED), or Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (EBD) in Minnesota. The label is applied to students who struggle with behavior and em

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Lori Stern

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WaltLori SternMr. K (Jesse Quakenut)Crystal DeRamusTyrone Williams

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St. Paul School District

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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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Criminal JusticeInequalityInvestigative JournalismLong Form JournalismMental HealthRacial JusticeUs Politics

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