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District staff said the project is scheduled to begin in mid to late September and will take about four to five weeks. The contractor will close the parking lot during construction and district staff will adjust bus routing and parking arrangements; principals and staff will coordinate staging and signage. Major maintenance funding had been delayed earlier in the year, staff said, and the project was moved from spring to fall to accommodate available funds.

Trustees asked about neighbor notification; staff said they will place construction signage but do not plan a separate neighborhood mailing. The board approved the contract by voice vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","LCSD1 School Board of Trustees Work Session & Meeting - August 4, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Trustees authorized a contract and contingency payment to Knife River for the renovation and replacement of the Alta Vista parking lot. Staff said the project will start in late September and last about four to five weeks; the lot will be closed and bus routing adjusted during construction.","taxTitle","Laramie County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming","taxId",13150,"location","Wyoming","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6144595,"Board adopts district behavior matrix for 2025–26 to standardize discipline, principals to refine details",1406,5337000,6743000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4&start=5337&end=6743","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4/thumbnail_5337000.jpg","/articles/6144595/Wyoming/Board-adopts-district-behavior-matrix-for-202526-to-standardize-discipline-principals-to-refine-details","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6144595-ffe41af308d7ada42b5242bcbe0ce804/orig.mp4?Expires=1770521040&Signature=NKN5dZgE7VEMWKnQiRVqxs3fezzYZ5S~n93mjMkrBr1Sv1Qy49FUbjtfksEmkV0RE0U4P56mVl3W7W4T9vQsaF5x86EYQXY4NAqINUcqkhVEwj7bt7IWYnTxlIVK8Edw4ZLPMhakDW1PXdExyKts7ipY65l11zo0r5fSafOMXNqPKXxjRr14EPizLdlqOf9GY1CX0AQt80AYqN-h0OHTuEmIbIWT8sr6iggSzhEpDEVUibT21k~tlLZQOLdrpNQjp7igVSObkUNftt9Ii53v95lzlrbRghYPA5TBgylTOXG2nljk7ISfN-5ZnJAfT-Mh8WvALpbJN29MaVRszPC5bA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Laramie County School District No. 1 board voted to adopt a proposed behavior matrix for the 2025–26 school year that organizes responses to student conduct into three tiers, from minor classroom issues to the most severe incidents. Trustees described the matrix as a tool to promote consistency across schools while preserving principals’ ability to account for context.

Jeff Lewis, executive director of student services, explained that the matrix moves district practice away from a simple “first offense/second offense” progression and toward a criteria‑based approach. The matrix lists behaviors and suggested interventions by tier; staff will use criteria such as frequency, severity, intent and classroom impact to determine whether an incident is a tier‑1, tier‑2 or tier‑3 matter.

Principals who piloted schoolwide approaches said consistent enforcement by staff and clear communication with parents produced the best results. One principal described requiring students to store phones in lockers until lunch, and said consistent follow‑through and support from school leadership reduced classroom disruptions. Other principals reported that efforts have weakened when teachers became fatigued by daily enforcement, creating a human‑resources and relationship challenge.

Trustees asked about procedures for future changes. Administrators said clarifications and non‑substantive wording fixes could be implemented and reported to the board; substantive changes to tiering or core consequences would be returned to the board for approval. The district will form a behavior council to review applications of the matrix, surface trends and recommend adjustments as the new school year proceeds.

The board adopted the matrix by vote at the meeting and told district leaders to proceed with teacher and parent communications and professional development to ensure consistent implementation across schools.","The board adopted a new behavior matrix intended to give principals clear, tiered guidance (tier 1–3) for responses to student behavior. Trustees and administrators said the matrix aims for district consistency while allowing building leaders to apply context and make tweaks during the school year.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6144600,"Board posts updated seclusion and restraint rule for 45‑day public review after parent raises transparency concerns",925,4060000,4985000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4&start=4060&end=4985","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4/thumbnail_4060000.jpg","/articles/6144600/Wyoming/Board-posts-updated-seclusion-and-restraint-rule-for-45day-public-review-after-parent-raises-transparency-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6144600-60c1a5484a40afa2e1e000378aeb0cb8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770521040&Signature=RM113afm-rEWxX6Tn-feQluQyHXg9ndfOd0mKPsTHLk-ezkJTIRD9zXyMVU-foU0hVDFt7yj8V6ioYOKBBzLiexDvd3cOQKdGhiLCy-2EgxEVjmxW18DsH8DFrd7Y8KJqJQ0MIstgrVQ4AHMColVyJx-z3YyUNVG8qLPejpqsB9iuPfuN-fGRk8xFYNM9fZsU0c1oqYjlZ6McLrQL2KELfyMQglWIrpHZCZxNQudCIudZ4rRw66PXwle5B3OI85vrbmukFp-PCMDk2VPnY4il1CIBsRz4eHcEPU0dapekqQttOG7vSQpTp5UtUxHV6l2j53QSkUB4FMkqDmQWnP4kQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Laramie County School District No. 1 board voted to place an amended rule on seclusion, restraint, forcible physical contact and corporal punishment on public review for 45 days. The rule, the board said, updates district language to align with Wyoming statute and Department of Education rules.

Patricia McCoy, a public commenter appearing by Zoom, urged clearer public disclosure about who is authorized to use restraints, what certifications staff must hold and which “evidence‑based” training program the district uses. “The policy refers broadly to district employees, but does not specify roles,” McCoy said, asking how parents will know whether trained personnel are available at a child’s school.

Trustees moved to publish the proposed amendment for public comment from Aug. 5 through Sept. 19 on the district website and in the administration building; the motion passed. District staff told trustees the administrative regulations will spell out training components, staffing expectations and other chapter‑42 requirements. Amy (last name in transcript: Kern) told the board that the district has transitioned to CPI’s Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and will roll the training out districtwide over the next two years.

Board members encouraged community members to submit comments during the 45‑day period and said they will review public input before any final adoption. The amendment notice includes online and email comment options and the district provided times and contact information in the motion for the review period.","A public commenter asked the board to clarify who is authorized to restrain students and what training is used. Trustees moved to publish an amended rule for a 45‑day public comment period and staff said the administrative regulations will include the training and staffing details.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6144605,"Laramie County trustees and staff weigh tougher cell‑phone rules, cite costs and special‑education limits",3247,6000,3253000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4&start=6&end=3253","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5533824-5c0a7abe994a7bd041b9f7ade9124db4/thumbnail_6000.jpg","/articles/6144605/Wyoming/Laramie-County-trustees-and-staff-weigh-tougher-cellphone-rules-cite-costs-and-specialeducation-limits","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6144605-54d23338b457f31e9f3d1ab2e3b5108f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770521040&Signature=HMatnzAfDIQn-ljqAGIRiLNI31nhzPdmJydkhdKCDjXC-5Y7fGOBblrobzhVW11bQQoi8eaUAVSCN8XMj13qKGd6Y5awXSG69E9QPSt08Ob-~yTvSxyRVX4SWiezn3bD0lQkyChKMAz6pDj0G6E~29HYo9WgUamJVYwRYgwFonKLug61qkCZQq2S04ckZ8vYfMyxVgFD6jhJzbwJuX56pzs6MhZn58MoN9mZkuzknXRWeh3IGc96DLXWaMKiLZK~NrWQEz4iL2j9L-V4YhJuBSj1B4iGaxuU3naLNIHb9yg3y4wCdfeM5IFWpWwGy4UjeEtSnWuxrV2XEBcnbvpPjg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Laramie County School District No. 1 trustees held a work session to ask questions and collect staff input on whether to tighten the district’s existing electronic‑device policy and associated administrative regulations. The meeting focused on special‑education accommodations, staff training and the cost and logistics of device‑storage solutions.

Board members said community members have urged stricter limits because phones distract students and can amplify bullying; administrators and school leaders urged clarity so building policies are consistent and do not conflict with special‑education requirements. Jeff Lewis, executive director of student services, told the board that some vendors lease lockable pouches and that the district’s secondary enrollment (about 6,200 students) would make a districtwide lease expensive. “That lease would be about a $155,000 a year for those devices,” Lewis said; he also described a one‑time lockbox option with an estimated upfront cost of about $240,000 and noted there are varying recurring and installation cost models.

Special‑education staff cautioned trustees that individualized education programs (IEPs) may require a device or biometric monitoring (for example, glucose monitoring) and that policy language must not conflict with federally required accommodations. “What we write in the IEP has to be required and necessary in order for the student to access their education,” said Stephen Kern, director of special services, describing how teams write flexible assistive‑technology language rather than naming a single device.

Principals described practical building solutions. At Johnson High School, staff require students to place devices in lockers and enforce consequences consistently, said the Johnson principal, who added that follow‑through by school leadership was a key factor in success. Other principals said a single, districtwide rule would reduce confusion for substitute teachers and staff who move between buildings.

Trustees and staff discussed phased approaches and enforcement trade‑offs: districtwide “bell‑to‑bell” prohibitions, classroom collection by teachers, volunteer lockboxes per classroom, or central office enforcement. Administrators also warned of students substituting other devices (for example, school iPads or earbuds) and of privacy and search‑and‑seizure issues if staff investigate whether a device is being used for a medical purpose.

The board did not vote or take formal action at the work session. Trustees asked staff to provide cost estimates, clarify administrative‑regulation language, and return options for staged implementation that balance classroom management, special‑education accommodations, student privacy and budget constraints.

District leaders invited principals and teachers to provide written recommendations after the meeting and asked them to email ideas to the superintendent’s office so the board can consider staff input while it drafts any policy or administrative changes.","Board members, principals and administrators met in a work session to discuss tightening the district’s cell‑phone and personal‑device rules. Staff raised special‑education and privacy limits, principals described building‑level approaches, and district staff outlined vendor costs and possible staging for any rollout.","actionData","errors"]

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Board posts updated seclusion and restraint rule for 45‑day public review after parent raises transparency concerns

Laramie County trustees and staff weigh tougher cell‑phone rules, cite costs and special‑education limits