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Glen Rock board begins review of arming retired-officer security and state cellphone mandate
Summary
Following a March swatting incident and public concerns, the board discussed options to bolster security — including arming retired‑officer security staff, hiring SROs or Class Two officers — and reviewed state guidance on banning non‑academic use of internet‑enabled devices, for which implementation options (including $30 pouches) remain under review pending state clarification.
The Glen Rock Board of Education opened a multi‑meeting discussion about school security and the new state guidance on student use of internet‑enabled devices.
After a March swatting incident, administration met with building principals, the district security director and the police department and surveyed staff. Mr. Vest summarized staff feedback and said staff and administration generally support arming security personnel but raised concerns about training, school climate and implementation: "In general, the staff and administration…
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