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Votes at a glance: MMSD board approves renaming, policy revision, partnerships and hearing officer
Summary
At its Feb. 24 meeting the Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education approved the renaming of Southside Elementary, revised the inclement‑weather school closing policy, authorized a $30,000 partnership with Simpson Street Free Press, and reappointed an independent hearing officer.
The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education took several formal actions at its Feb. 24 regular meeting. Key votes and outcomes are listed below.
• Southside Elementary renaming — Approved (motion by Board member Simkin). The board voted to rename Southside Elementary School for educator Laurie Mancari. Vote: 6 yes, 0 no; Vice President Pearson recused. The board thanked the renaming committee and community…
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