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Committee reviews Michigan Youth In Government trip request and raises concerns about Sunday event participation
Summary
The committee reviewed an overnight field trip request from advisor Deeann Skov for the Michigan Youth In Government conference (Feb. 26–Mar. 1, 2026) and discussed a concern that students are required to participate in Sunday events that affect grades; the Committee will take the Sunday-events concern to the full Board.
The Fruitport Community Schools Student Affairs Committee reviewed an overnight field trip request from Deeann Skov, advisor for the Michigan Youth In Government program, for students to attend the spring conference in Lansing Feb. 26—Mar. 1, 2026. The minutes record the request was reviewed by the Committee; no approval or vote is recorded in these minutes.
Committee members also discussed a concern brought to a Board member about events held on Sundays—such as band concerts—where student participation is required as part of the course grade. Committee members noted the practice raises concerns and said the matter will be discussed with the full Board for potential clarification of policy or grading accommodations.
The minutes record no public comment on either item and no formal actions taken at the committee level; both items are slated for further Board consideration.
