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Parents and board debate PAYS student survey content, notice and opt‑out process
Summary
Several members of the public objected to questions in the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) and urged opt‑in notice practices; district leaders explained opt‑out procedures and said participation levels affect grant/funding opportunities for student wellness services.
Multiple public commenters raised concerns about the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS), which the district schedules every two years. Teresa Pesch, a resident, read several PAYS questions aloud and said the content focuses on student behavior rather than academics. She asked why the survey was not discussed publicly prior to administration and whether the district was complying with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act.
Commenters expressed alarm about individual questions asking how a…
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