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Francis Howell board authorizes ability to designate a School Protection Officer under Missouri law
Summary
After a public hearing and citizen comments, the Francis Howell R-III Board voted to allow the district to use the School Protection Officer (SPO) designation under Missouri statute 160.665; the board will vote later on any specific individual.
The Francis Howell R-III Board of Education on June 5 voted to allow the district to use Missouri’s School Protection Officer designation under Missouri Revised Statutes §160.665, clearing the way for the district to bring a separate vote later to designate any specific individual.
The action followed a special public hearing required by state law and a period of public comment. Deputy Superintendent Mark Delaney told the board the district is not proposing to arm teachers broadly but is seeking authority to name a singular SPO to fit a newly created director of safety and security role. Delaney said SPOs must hold a valid concealed-carry endorsement or permit,…
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