Board approves first readings of internet-use and student-search policies
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Summary
On first reading the board approved updates to Policy 4.406 (internet use/social media limits per recent law) and Policy 6.303 (questioning and searches; staff training requirement per Public Chapter 244); both motions passed by roll call.
The Bradley County Schools board approved two policy updates on first reading to align with recent state law changes.
Policy 4.406 (Use of Internet): Amanda Lee presented TSBA-recommended language to implement a law described in the meeting as limiting student access to social media on district-provided Internet unless expressly authorized by a teacher for instructional purposes. The board approved Policy 4.406 on first reading by roll call.
Policy 6.303 (Questioning students and searches): Lee said the policy was updated to reflect a new training requirement for personnel who may conduct student searches; going forward, searches must be carried out by a school resource officer, a secure school security officer, or an administrator who has completed the state-required training. Public Chapter 244 of the Tennessee General Assembly was cited in the discussion as the authority directing the Department of Education to develop the training. The board approved Policy 6.303 on first reading by roll call.
Next steps: Both policies were approved on first reading; staff will carry forward any required administrative actions and present subsequent readings as required by board procedure.