School committee approves FMLA and social-media policies (first readings) and adopts Title IX; NJROTC trip to Washington, D.C., approved
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Summary
The committee approved first readings of an FMLA policy and social-media policy, adopted a Title IX policy on second reading, and unanimously approved an NJROTC trip to march in Washington, D.C.'s Memorial Day parade. All motions carried 6–0.
At its meeting, the Coventry School Committee advanced several personnel and governance items.
FMLA policy: The committee approved the first reading of a new Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) policy designed to give employees clear, accessible guidance and a link to federal resources. Member Bradford Mayer moved to approve the first reading and the motion carried 6–0.
Social-media policy: The committee approved the first reading of an updated social-media policy that outlines guidance for district employees on using social platforms when representing the district; the motion carried 6–0.
Title IX policy: The committee adopted a revised Title IX policy on its second reading after a small wording change clarifying the appeal/process for challenging a decision. A motion to approve the second reading carried 6–0.
NJROTC field trip: The committee approved an overnight NJROTC field trip to Washington, D.C., so cadets could march in the Memorial Day parade; the trip exceeds the district’s 100-mile mileage limit and therefore required school committee approval. The motion to approve the field trip carried unanimously, 6–0.
Each of these items passed without recorded dissent; the district will post adopted policies and proceed with planning for the cadets’ trip under the usual approval and oversight procedures.
Next steps: staff will post policy documents and proceed with NJROTC trip logistics; any required follow-ups (e.g., RFPs or budget allocations) will be placed on a future agenda if needed.