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Board pauses action on Policy 17-25 after members raise concerns about consent language
Summary
Board members asked for clarified language and legal review of Policy 17-25 (definitions of consent) and agreed to hold the policy for further consideration; counsel and the superintendent advised caution to avoid conflicts with Title IX and disciplinary policy.
Board members debated the proposed wording for Policy 17-25, which updates definitions related to consent. One board member asked to add a clarifying sentence making clear that the policy’s definition language should not be read as implying that certain conduct between minors is acceptable in Burke County schools.
Board counsel and…
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