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Mixed reaction as Toms River board advances revised locker-room policy in second reading
Summary
The board conducted a second reading of policy 2422 on comprehensive health and physical education, including locker-room accommodations; public commenters both criticized and praised the revisions, and the board signaled continued staff engagement on implementation.
The Board of Education held a second reading of revised policy 2422, which addresses comprehensive health and physical education and includes language about locker-room accommodations and protections against bullying.
During public comment, Warren Crosby expressed concern that portions of the policy and related state statutes could be interpreted as telling young children they "possess unconscious bias." Chair (S3) responded that the board was not voting on state law and that the policy references statutory requirements but does not alter state law. Parent Stacy Briggs praised the revisions as inclusive, saying the changes allow students to choose private or public dressing options and help reduce bullying.
Board members said the policy is a work in progress and that administration will meet with teachers to iron out implementation details. Several board members thanked staff for their work on the revisions and acknowledged community concerns about rollout logistics.
The second-reading motion was moved by Lamb and seconded by Palazzo; the board later adopted the listed policies, regulations and bylaws in that grouped vote during the meeting. Members urged staff to continue outreach and training to ensure consistent implementation across schools.
