[{"_1":2,"_111":-5,"_112":-5},"loaderData",{"_3":4,"_26":27},"root",{"_5":6,"_17":10,"_18":19,"_20":21,"_22":10,"_23":-5,"_24":-5,"_25":10},"user",{"_7":8,"_9":10,"_11":10,"_12":-5,"_13":-5,"_14":15,"_16":-5},"roles",[],"isAuthenticated",false,"isPremium","planName","subscriptionStatus","featureFlags",{},"insightsBudget","isDevelopmentHost","userPreferences",{},"recaptchaSiteKey","6LcvOJcUAAAAAHsB-gPGfGktcRlKpH7OTIU_dMTD","isImpersonating","impersonation","affiliateStatus","isFreedomPortal","routes/v2/article/layout",{"_28":29,"_30":31},"notFound",true,"relatedArticles",[32,75,87,99],{"_33":34,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":40,"_41":42,"_43":44,"_45":46,"_47":48,"_49":50,"_51":52,"_53":54,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":60,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":66,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},"mediaId",6745698,"mediaKeyId","5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c","parentId",5370901,"title","Arrowhead board directs policy committee to develop bell-to-bell personal devices options after divided debate","audioSeconds",4731,"startMs",875000,"endMs",5606000,"viewUrl","/Search/View?dp=1&key=5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c&start=875&end=5606","thumbnailUrl","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c/thumbnail_875000.jpg","articleUrl","/articles/6745698/Wisconsin/Arrowhead-board-directs-policy-committee-to-develop-bell-to-bell-personal-devices-options-after-divided-debate","mediaUrl","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6745698-a5b84468db9c4c9f46ad4fe22d22f528/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443047&Signature=bxkaR6BbKQH5DpYt1RwzIBnznR9UIVRTBnGpGXZqR5ogQObVL97JXev1jho9MobUhYR1-BpaggDS~ter6e3ojCRF68MXXLgvsVZTJ~2r1iPxOwA8YOBz4zceZS9EseY-w-asn8M4Pkgib7PxpwqH8YYTLyKOdiE4HMVZ7lEdOSVQ-Fu8gXCdCq7VOs88dyp-tGlJ628fhJvEGlNneprCqyLo5nMlg~jyG07RrtSfb7-IVVEuIYjY4Dm0ry6aLnp3iwcAr7hDo12-yT20jLsH0uJic6VNRHlq00TU6T2NRqT5jMRRTkC2NKFJ-H3kTSFefqhcQHkSuIC8QkIftl1OlA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","author","","date","2025-07-10T13:24:39Z","article","The Arrowhead Union High School District board on July 9 voted to direct its policy committee to pursue changes to Policy 51‑36 on personal communication devices, signaling a formal start to work on possible bell‑to‑bell rules for student phones, smartwatches and earbuds.

The motion instructs the policy committee to collaborate with administration to develop specific policy language and operational options for the board to review; the measure carried on a 6–3 recorded vote. Board chair of policy said the earliest realistic implementation would be the start of semester 2 if the board ultimately adopts a campuswide rule.

The vote followed an extended public comment period in which community members urged nonpunitive language and a thoughtful rollout. “I support the removal of phones during the instructional time,” said Jen, a community member who recommended a pilot pledge and suggested students self‑select for a short test period. Board member William Miller summarized research presented to the board, saying there is “correlation between smartphone use and lower academic performance” and arguing that the committee should examine the data and implementation models before the board decides on a final policy.

Opponents and several board members cautioned about enforcement costs and unintended consequences. Administrators and some board members noted feeder districts’ approaches vary; district staff reported some neighboring elementary and intermediate schools have bell‑to‑bell elements while others do not. Board members repeatedly said carved exceptions for IEPs and medical needs would be required if a bell‑to‑bell policy were adopted.

Policy chair Ferris said the committee will seek additional information on operational models — including lockers or secured device drops, Yondr‑style bags, and staffing implications — hold follow‑up committee discussions and return with recommended language and implementation timelines for full board consideration.

The motion does not itself change classroom practice; it directs the policy committee to research and draft options for later board action.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Arrowhead High School Board Meeting - July 9, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","After extended public comment and a split board discussion, the Arrowhead Union High School District board voted 6–3 to ask its policy committee to draft options for a bell‑to‑bell personal devices policy, including implementation scenarios and carve-outs for assistive needs and IEPs.","taxTitle","Arrowhead UHS School District, School Districts, Wisconsin","taxId",53094,"location","Wisconsin","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6745685,"Arrowhead sees higher AP participation and stronger scores after schedule change; pass rate at 93%",225,435000,660000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c&start=435&end=660","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c/thumbnail_435000.jpg","/articles/6745685/Wisconsin/Arrowhead-sees-higher-AP-participation-and-stronger-scores-after-schedule-change-pass-rate-at-93","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6745685-25eaae45fe61bb7c316cca5bb0ac59f4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443047&Signature=OsELD5F9eZRTlXnzL26rlGp-xImiSi~7oOhHnGJ~EkNntixX-3xN~prLFcVXqyVofiiMsy4EJdHX7UgZ7ajOWp1h4sO89czSbYBQyO-P4Palj0ROALJScAtt8KltI-AtTX-Kym~XWawAFMykDQY-tymAJH817G7IuyyJj7K4Y152mm0--uE0~EiVpO6MfaTThWRmzJjq92UK7L9hm0MLOkF9OChvRL5IF1D-rc3gWY1yCZNN1hSishPQQ0p4Mv5x5im3IsW~fCFUmT~tU5KWn1OCHhQ~SWIv3rbJsNJFPEI~HuK520vcvvv2iFdlXFIl8JRamDPgvc1sNVi36RnseQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Arrowhead Union High School District administrators told the board July 9 that more students took Advanced Placement exams this year and that scores largely held steady or improved, a result school leaders tied to the block schedule changes.

The district reported about 200 additional AP exams taken this year when compared to prior averages and said 14 of 17 AP courses saw increases or essentially unchanged average scores. Administrators noted some statistically notable gains: Human Geography averaged roughly a full point increase over its previous multi‑year average; Physics 1 rose by 0.63 points; and United States Government and Politics increased by about 0.61 points. The superintendent reported the district’s overall AP pass rate (scores of 3 or higher) at 93 percent for the year.

The district cautioned about small‑sample volatility for classes with fewer test takers, and staff said they limited the analysis to exams with at least 25 students to reduce statistical noise. Administrators credited teachers and schedule adjustments for the rise in participation and continued strong performance and said they would follow up with additional details and disaggregated data upon request.

No board action was required; the results were presented for information and to inform instructional planning.","Administration reported a jump in Advanced Placement exam participation (about 200 more exams) and improved or stable scores in 14 of 17 AP classes following the block schedule; overall pass rate reported at 93 percent.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6745689,"State budget leaves revenue limit unchanged; Arrowhead told to expect higher levies and modest special‑education aid increases",174,42000,216000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c&start=42&end=216","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c/thumbnail_42000.jpg","/articles/6745689/Wisconsin/State-budget-leaves-revenue-limit-unchanged-Arrowhead-told-to-expect-higher-levies-and-modest-specialeducation-aid-increases","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6745689-fbf42fe1b582190adaacb41c41dea95e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443047&Signature=YOZYNs-1oJM3P8zs3ZjCEcF5KMfQTVuf43MHEHppjviTRzxhlhaBhypL0NGN2QdnS9HAzMPQCTWgaDg1aqVSnhAxNWPJizLGFPHWIbzOaTX4YJ~BAAgVfkXq-W-pshTOI3TsS4GSApVJafqsB-cGX82B2J0q0HIArYXFFwOmmOrcjEqDBK4vKiZJFKV47dv5KmnsfNnyKElFcMlvELHz9fi6LXBCNRsTytA70CFEbB9y0Y5Aehfk2uBxmINZ~VE7RDB109EGSsEuAHjloKO-ILnOrU7cUHK~93GA2N1p1zGv~Tnl70wg4aaOsAGf2~go8NKFodCPRty0ztA40hplLg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","In an annual update July 9, Arrowhead Union High School District administrators told the board that the state budget for 2025–27 left the district revenue limit essentially unchanged, a change that administrators said will not keep pace with inflation and is likely to result in higher local levies.

“ You can expect school district tax levies will be going up,” the superintendent said as he summarized key points from business staff. The presentation noted some targeted increases in aid: high‑cost special‑education funding was expanded so that costs exceeding $30,000 per student will be aided at 50% in the first year (rising in subsequent years per the enacted schedule), and the district will likely see only modest increases in statewide mental‑health funding and robotics participation grants. Administrators estimated the district’s share of these targeted funds would be small (the district’s mental‑health allocation was cited at roughly $57,000 for the current year; a robotics grant of about $4,000 was mentioned).

The administrators also reviewed open‑enrollment and choice funding levels, pointing out that some charter/choice schools receive higher per‑student funding for certain students compared with public open‑enrollment amounts. Staff noted the revenue limit per resident student is expected to be just under $12,000 next year and reiterated that referendum or levy language is not clearly shown on tax bills, prompting discussion about transparency bills in the legislature.

Administration said federal Title funding remains uncertain and that the district’s share is small (the superintendent estimated about $30,000). Board members asked for follow‑up on detailed revenue projections and clarifications on high‑cost special‑education percentages and phase‑in timing.

No formal board action on budget projections was required that night; the report was presented for board awareness and planning.","District administration told the board the 2025–27 state budget did not raise the revenue limit, which will likely pressure property tax levies; high‑cost special‑education aid will increase to cover 50% of costs above $30,000 in the first year, and modest mental‑health and robotics grant dollars were also noted.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6745694,"Board approves ordering new sociology textbook with parental opt‑in after weeks of debate",1536,2191000,3727000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c&start=2191&end=3727","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5370901-515862a401632851ea707b730653c69c/thumbnail_2191000.jpg","/articles/6745694/Wisconsin/Board-approves-ordering-new-sociology-textbook-with-parental-optin-after-weeks-of-debate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6745694-3844dc6237e0b0930da4dc95340cb7b5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770443047&Signature=MrH~HCIfUX68mQOlfsneb--gUIceAW4986oPLPR1pTdK-QMFOz3Q4V-8fxyivh1kaKS7bYUtRoypzSzsNl3CDmoE8rLxUlVYM0103JkO7VmrleO2RbyU2oiGJQxszB72O8Y7CycfQrzMQCBS-v9zWK3rzJllHlJp4bSNgz~yaeOPRRk4Kp8kjgV~RzyD27pGo5bXAKuLE5CK71njh0d0doY44IaXOLTN0Q1szJNzbRimjeoqSR2XQlsAzK1lncZb~tl4TjKLKwBLy8iw-RFnYTYWVnn-SYerFA6B389GrDPkNIRKZyUYrtS3D-9SvzO3tkyFN9PJHif8N4pf66B0Cg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Arrowhead Union High School District board voted July 9 to proceed with ordering proposed new social‑studies textbooks, including an updated sociology edition, contingent on a board‑approved parental opt‑in form that details which chapters will be taught.

The decision followed a lengthy curriculum committee discussion and public comment. Several board members, including Lindsay, said portions of the proposed sociology textbook gave them pause. “If it was up to me, I would say no,” Lindsay said during committee remarks, citing passages that, in her view, portrayed Karl Marx without connecting him to communism, presented gender identity topics as broadly normative and contained stark climate‑change framing. Multiple trustees asked curriculum staff to specify the exact chapters that would be used in the elective and to produce a short chapter synopsis for parental review.

Curriculum staff said the course uses only selected chapters and that teachers supplement textbook material with additional resources and classroom discussion to teach critical thinking and author perspective. The board agreed the elective nature of the course and that teachers must provide a syllabus listing chapters assigned.

The board’s action requires the district to provide parents and students a detailed synopsis of assigned chapters and an opt‑in/acknowledgement form for enrollment in the elective. Administrators also noted logistical concerns around ordering (lead times of six to eight weeks were discussed) and the cost: the packet of two social‑studies texts cited during committee discussion was described as a material outlay of about $34,000.

A later motion that encompassed multiple curriculum and policy changes (including textbook adoptions and related process clarifications) was approved by the board with one recorded opposition; administrators and committee chairs said they will finalize the opt‑in wording and return it for board review.

The board also agreed some books (for example, a novel considered for the Global Scholars pathway) would be optional selections rather than required readings, and teachers were asked to supply alternative options for students who opt out.","The Arrowhead board agreed July 9 to proceed with new social-studies textbooks (including a sociology edition) but required an explicit parental opt‑in and a chapter synopsis to accompany the elective; members cited concerns about author bias, treatment of gender, Marx, climate content and instructional context.","actionData","errors"]

Article not found

Arrowhead board directs policy committee to develop bell-to-bell personal devices options after divided debate

Arrowhead sees higher AP participation and stronger scores after schedule change; pass rate at 93%

State budget leaves revenue limit unchanged; Arrowhead told to expect higher levies and modest special‑education aid increases

Board approves ordering new sociology textbook with parental opt‑in after weeks of debate