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Board approves first reading of service-animal policy to match Maine law
Summary
The board approved the first reading of policy IMG, striking broader language and conforming the definition of service animal to Maine law (which the presenter said "defines a service animal as a dog"). The measure will return for a second reading as scheduled.
The Winslow School Board approved the first reading of proposed revisions to policy IMG (service animals in schools) to align district policy with the state's definition of service animals.
The policy committee recommended removing broader language that allowed "any animal" to qualify and replacing it with wording that conforms to Maine law. During discussion the presenter said, "Maine law defines a service animal as a dog," and noted that the broader language in the old policy could be difficult to administer. The board moved the first reading and voted in favor of advancing the policy.
Board members clarified that other district rules exist for non-service animals brought into schools and confirmed the change applies only to service animals as legally defined. The first reading passed; the administration will return the policy for a subsequent reading and final adoption according to the board's policy schedule.
