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Board approves policy items and human-resources slate; harassment policy consolidated and homeschooling athletic participation clarified
Summary
The board approved policy items including a first-reading consolidated harassment policy and a measure allowing homeschooled students in grades 9–12 to participate in athletics if they meet residency and code-of-conduct requirements; the board also approved human-resources items and welcomed new science supervisor Jillian Barnes.
The policy committee reported a first reading of a consolidated harassment policy that collapses several previous policies into one document and aligns investigative approaches with guidance derived from Title VII and Title IX frameworks. Administrators said the consolidation explains the two different investigation types and will abolish duplicate policies when the consolidated policy reaches second reading.
The board discussed a policy change to allow homeschooled students in grades 9–12 to participate in interscholastic athletics provided they follow district procedures, provide proof of residency, deliver required academic documentation, sign a statement of assurance, and adhere to the district code of conduct while participating. Administration said the same behavioral and disciplinary rules would apply to participating homeschooled students.
On human resources, the board approved items 1–16 by roll call, including creation of a confidential HR position intended to restore fully confidential capability in the HR office and approval of a teacher-assistant position funded through a grant account for a preschool location. The board also introduced and welcomed new science supervisor Jillian Barnes, present at the meeting.
Ending: Policy items and HR approvals were adopted by roll call; consolidated harassment policy remains at first-read stage with additional documentation to come for second reading and eventual abolishment of older policies.
