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Two public speakers urge different approaches to classroom flag display; board refers topic for consideration
Summary
At public comment, two residents — one requesting a formal district flag‑etiquette policy requiring the U.S. flag to be the largest in classrooms, the other urging celebration of diverse flags while supporting U.S. flag prominence — urged action. A board member asked that the HR policy committee consider the topic.
Two community members urged the CUSD 200 Board of Education Wednesday to address classroom flag display, presenting opposing emphases on school policy and unity.
Michael Lafayto told the board he found a small U.S. flag mounted in a classroom at Wheaton Warrenville South and said the district lacks a clear policy on flag size or placement. “I’m asking the district adopt a policy ensuring…
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