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Second reading set for updated weapons policy with safe-storage and facility-use clarifications
Summary
Duluth Public Schools' policy committee completed a second reading of draft Policy 501 (Weapons Policy) on Sept. 11, reviewing legislative updates, added safe-storage language, deletion of some exceptions (such as gun/knife shows in district facilities), and legal-team recommendations about enforcement language.
Sept. 11 — The policy committee reviewed Policy 501 (Weapons) in a second reading, discussing statutory updates, safe-storage messaging and cross-references to facility-use rules.
Committee chair summarized the recommended purpose language: “The purpose of this policy is to assure a safe school environment for students, staff, and the public, establishing a weapons free, school zone is 1 element of creating a safe environment.” Staff said the draft reflects recent state statute changes and includes MSBA-recommended language and legal review input. The draft adds safe-storage promotion and…
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