As we recognize Youth Justice Action Month, I think this is an important question to ask. New analysis of federal civil-rights data shows that during the 2023–24 school year: • 2.5 million students experienced at least one out-of-school suspension. • 2.3 million experienced an in-school suspension. • Nearly 7 in 10 public schools reported increased demand for student mental health services since the pandemic. Some suspensions aren't always connected to serious safety concerns