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Board holds first readings on social-media policy and graduation-credit changes
Summary
Administrators presented first readings of a new EHCA policy on social media and websites and proposed wording changes to graduation requirements to clarify semester-credit expectations and the role of CTE courses in satisfying fine-arts electives; no final votes were taken.
The Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 board took first readings of two policy proposals: a consolidated EHCA social-media and websites policy, and a proposed revision to IKF graduation requirements that clarifies required semester credits and the possible use of CTE courses to satisfy fine-arts electives. Both items were presented as first reads; administrators indicated they will return with additional details before any second or final reading.
On the proposed EHCA social-media and websites policy, staff described it as a consolidation of several retired policies and an addition of guidance specifically governing district social accounts, staff personal use with students, website copyright and acceptable web content. Mr. Miller urged the board to name current platforms explicitly for clarity and longevity, saying he recommended specifying "TikTok and X (formerly Twitter)" and suggested removing Snapchat as a district-supported platform because the district does not use it and because of privacy concerns. The presenters also noted the policy is not a CASB model policy and that they had consulted other Front Range districts for examples.
The IKF graduation-requirements discussion centered on maintaining a rule that students be in-person for at least five credits in the spring semester for diploma validity, while allowing flexibility for students pursuing CTE pathways. Administrators noted that several courses already satisfy both fine-arts and CTE designations (for example, graphic design, broadcasting and stage tech). Board members expressed concern about preserving the value of fine arts even as access to CTE pathways grows; administrators said the proposal would be refined and that a stakeholder committee and community feedback will inform subsequent readings.
Both items are slated for further review; no policy adoptions or retirements were finalized at this meeting beyond items already marked for retirement in prior packets.
