Steven, with emotional or behavioral disorders, was suspended from school for bringing a gun to school. Steven became angry at a teacher and threatened to harm the teacher. Steven's gun was discovered by the resource officer as Steven entered the building. Subsequently, Steven was suspended from school. For how many days can Steven be suspended from school?
A) He can be suspended and removed to an Interim Alternative Educational Setting for up to 10 days.
B) He cannot be suspended or removed to an Interim Alternative Educational Setting because he is a student with a disability.
C) He can be suspended and removed to an Interim Alternative Educational Setting for up to 45 days.
D) He can be permanently expelled from the school for violating the code of conduct.

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Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), students with disabilities who bring a weapon to school can be removed to an Interim Alternative Educational Setting for up to 45 days, regardless of whether the behavior is a manifestation of their disability.

Steven, with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders, Was Suspended from School