Board records approval for SRO to carry a firearm at school
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Summary
Although district policy did not require board approval, the Griffith School Board voted to approve an administrative request allowing the school resource officer to carry a firearm while on duty.
The board recorded approval for agenda item 4.8 authorizing a school resource officer (SRO) to carry a firearm while on duty. District staff said board approval was not required by code but that the presenter wished to obtain the board's formal approval; the transcript notes the officer is retired. A board member moved and seconded the item; the board responded with "Aye" and the transcript records the motion carried. One member noted they were "in favor." The approval was recorded as an administrative action; staff indicated the SRO is a retired officer and that the authorization aligns with district practice and local law enforcement coordination.