Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) included substantive changes in the area of disciplining students with disabilities. Historically, discipline has been a divisive issue within the field of special education. Many administrators and teachers believe differential treatment has been afforded to this population, fostering a system that promotes separatism and inequality. The authors provide an overview of IDEA 2004 provisions on discipline and outline practical recommendations that will aid school personnel maintain a safe environment for all students. Areas of discussion include suspension procedures, functional behavioral assessments, manifestation determination meetings, and interim alternative educational settings. The authors also provide a list of potential alternatives to disciplinary exclusions.