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District pauses Remind app over privacy concerns, rolls out new cafeteria system and PBIS store praised by former students
Summary
Central office told the board the Remind app must stop being used because its privacy policy conflicts with Senate Bill 29; the district rolled out a new point-of-sale system for cafeterias, updated online menus, and citizens praised an upcoming PBIS rewards store based on experience at PLCC.
The Springfield Local central office used the Jan. 14 board meeting to flag three operational items: a new cafeteria point-of-sale system and updated online menus, a pause in teacher use of the Remind communication app because of a privacy-law conflict, and community feedback on the district's upcoming PBIS rewards program.
Central office announced that new school menus are live online and the district has implemented a new point-of-sale system in cafeterias. Officials said all account balances were migrated from the old system but parents will need to take additional steps to add money for a la carte purchases; school meals remain free.
A staff member told the board the district must stop using the Remind app because its privacy policy "does not align with Senate Bill 29," so teachers have been instructed to cease using Remind for school communications until the district identifies compliant alternatives.
On student supports, board members and the public discussed the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) store. A returning student, Joey Kramer, said he had used the PBIS store at Portage Lakes Career Center (PLCC) and found it "an incentive" that boosted engagement but warned about "inflation" if point rules are not consistently enforced by staff. Another former PLCC student, Gabby Franco, urged the board to ensure consistent teacher participation so students who earn points are not disadvantaged by uneven classroom practices.
Board staff demonstrated how members can activate the PBIS app and said Michelle would email instructions for desktop and mobile activation.
What happens next: Central office said it will publish additional details about menus and the new point-of-sale system in the district newsletter; staff will also work on communications alternatives to Remind that align with state privacy law. Officials noted PBIS rollout details and teacher training will be monitored to reduce problems such as inconsistent point awarding.
