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Gilbert board approves first readings of five policies, includes AED requirement for high school athletics
Summary
The Gilbert Unified District governing board on Sept. 23 approved first readings of five district policy updates, including a provision that would require an automated external defibrillator at high school athletic activities beginning Aug. 1, 2026.
The Gilbert Unified District governing board on Sept. 23 approved first readings of five district policy updates, including a provision that would require an automated external defibrillator at high school athletic activities beginning Aug. 1, 2026.
The board voted to move the proposed policies forward for second reading and final action at a subsequent meeting. Superintendent Dr. McCord said the package will return to the board for a second reading before being placed on the consent agenda for final approval.
The most notable change would add a requirement for automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, in high-school athletic settings. “Beginning on 08/01/2026, if the district provides instruction to students in grades 9 through 12 and sponsors…
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