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Board member presses for policy review after meeting cancellation; superintendent says Critical Race Theory is not present in district curriculum

Jefferson School District 14J Board of Directors · March 25, 2025
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Summary

A board member asked the board to revisit policies on canceling meetings and public access; in related discussion, Superintendent Brad said Critical Race Theory is not part of Jefferson SD 14J curriculum and that the district is not teaching CRT.

A board member asked the Jefferson SD 14J board to review existing policies after a recent meeting cancellation and raised concerns about denying public access. The board agreed to research and clarify policy language.

Fred Sondermeyer said he was upset that a prior meeting was canceled for "no new business" and worried the decision prevented community input. He cited board policies BD/EDA…

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