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School committee approves districtwide climate survey as opt-out after debate on demographics and sample size
Summary
The Burlington School Committee approved administration of a school climate survey for grades 4–12 (proposed Dec. 15–19) as an opt-out, after discussion about demographic questions, data protections and the risk that opt-in would reduce sample size needed for reliable subgroup analysis.
The Burlington School Committee voted to approve administration of a districtwide school climate survey for students in grades 4 through 12, to be administered Dec. 15–19, and to make participation opt-out rather than opt-in.
District staff described the instrument as drawn from the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) center and administered through ThoughtExchange. Presenters said the survey covers school connectedness, peer and adult social support, cultural acceptance, civic learning, physical environment and safety. District staff emphasized data…
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