W. Frankfort, IL: K-2 kids get "de-escalation room" to prevent self-harm

Dec 18, 2017, Carterville, IL, ABC3: West Frankfort's Denning Elementary School gets "de-escalation" room http://www.wsiltv.com/story/37094842/west-frankforts-denning-elementary-school-gets-de-escalation-room The Franklin Community Unit School District Board, has voted unanimously, to create a "de-escalation room" at West Frankfort's Denning Elementrary School. The room would be a place for children kindergarten through second grade to cool off, instead of in the office, and get focused again on learning. Superintendent Matt Donkin says the school has had an ongoing issue with students acting out. The West Frankfort Gazette reported earlier this month, the de-escalation room will be created for children who are reportedly harming themselves and others at Denning Elementary. …