Shocking Abuse of Native Kids in NY Schools
A disturbing report reveals that Native children with disabilities were confined in wooden boxes at a New York school. Sweeping reforms are now mandated to prevent such abuses from happening again.
Disturbing Practices Uncovered
In a shocking revelation, officials from the Salmon River Central School District in Fort Covington, New York, have confirmed that wooden boxes were used to confine elementary school children, including Native children with disabilities. This practice, which ended in December 2025, came to light after images circulated on social media, prompting outrage and demands for accountability.
Parents, like Sarah Konwahahawi Herne, expressed their horror upon learning that their children were subjected to such inhumane treatment. The New York State education department has since mandated sweeping reforms in the district, highlighting the need for immediate changes to protect vulnerable students.
- Key findings from the investigation include:
- At least five students were confined in these boxes.
- Parents were not notified of the confinement, violating state regulations.
- The district's euphemism for the boxes was termed "stations."