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After months of debate, board removes directive to create replacement district poster series
Summary
Following extended public comment and multiple motions, the Lakeville board amended its January directive and will not require a district‑issued replacement poster series; staff will remove the two posters identified in litigation and follow existing policy while the board revisits policy 5.35.
The Lakeville Area Schools board on March 18 amended its January action and removed a prior directive requiring the district to create and install a replacement, district‑sanctioned poster series.
Background: The poster series controversy began earlier this winter when the board directed staff to replace a previously installed “Inclusive” poster series with new posters emphasizing academic excellence and inclusion. Two of the original posters were identified in pending litigation; the board’s January directive sought a replacement series to reflect the board’s guidance. The March 18 meeting included extended public comment, multiple motions and detailed discussion about process, policy and the district’s role in producing wall graphics.
What the board decided: After debate and several procedural votes, the board voted to amend the January 28 directive and remove the requirement…
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