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Show Low Unified School District board publishes annual letter asking for respectful conduct at schools and events
Summary
The governing board read an annual letter reminding the community to maintain respectful, professional conduct in communications with staff and at athletic events, and outlined possible disciplinary responses for harassment or aggressive behavior.
The Show Low Unified School District Governing Board read and reaffirmed an annual letter to the community urging respectful, professional conduct toward staff, students and other community members and outlining possible consequences for harassing or aggressive behavior.
The letter, read aloud by a board member, says the governing board is committed to a positive, respectful and professional environment and that all communications—whether in person, by email, by phone or by text—should be courteous and solution-focused. The letter specifically cites athletics and asks community members attending sporting events to abstain from vulgar or belligerent interactions with fans, coaches, referees and visiting teams.
The letter also warns that unprofessional or harassing behavior may lead to disciplinary actions, including restricted access to school property or involvement of law enforcement when necessary. It directs staff who experience harassment to report incidents to their immediate supervisor; the supervisor and superintendent will work collaboratively to address misconduct. The board closed the reading by stating the message will be read annually.
Why it matters
School climate and staff safety are ongoing concerns for districts; the board’s formal letter clarifies expected conduct, lays out reporting steps for staff, and signals the board’s willingness to restrict access or take other measures when community behavior threatens a family-friendly environment. The letter also references outreach and enforcement measures tied to district athletic events.
What the board said
The board emphasized mutual respect and noted that harassment ‘‘will not be tolerated,’’ and that staff are not expected to tolerate misconduct. The letter states that disruptive individuals at athletic events may be removed or banned from future events and reminds staff to report incidents through supervisory channels for collaborative resolution with the superintendent.
