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Parents push for cameras in exceptional-children classrooms; board schedules work session
Summary
Caregivers urged the Swain County Board of Education to authorize safety cameras in exceptional-children classrooms, and the board agreed to schedule a publicly noticed work session and consult its attorney about legal and policy issues.
Jennifer Hewitt, a caregiver for three children who attend Swain County Schools, told the board she had submitted a petition asking the district to place safety cameras in exceptional-children (EC) classrooms.
"Cameras are not about punishing or mistrusting teachers," Hewitt said. "They're about protection, accountability, and peace of mind for students and educators alike." She asked that recordings be stored securely and accessed only by authorized administrators when concerns…
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