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Board accepts first reading of KASB policy updates including electronic-device limits and naloxone stockpile language
Summary
On first reading, the board accepted multiple KASB policy recommendations to comply with new state laws: updates include investment policy changes, mandated intruder/lockdown drills (HB 2534), restrictions on staff-student social-media contact, attendance enforcement tied to walkouts, and required naloxone stockpiles.
The superintendent presented KASB's twice-yearly policy recommendations for a first reading to align district policies with new state law and federal requirements.
Policies noted included an updated investment policy (DFE) to comply with state law, changes to emergency drills under House Bill 2534 to require intruder/lockdown drills while banning active-shooter simulations, and revisions to food-service policy to match federal meal requirements. The superintendent also outlined staff-online-activity rules that prohibit direct one-to-one communications between employees and students via social media and described planned training on approved platforms such as ParentSquare.
On attendance and student walkouts the superintendent summarized recent state guidance: "House bill 25 13 penalizes school districts for unexcused student walkouts" and explained the statutory triggers for penalties (parental consent, staff facilitation, and failure to enforce attendance policies). He and board members discussed practical enforcement challenges and whether additional district tracking would be required.
The policy package included health- and safety-related changes: a policy requiring review and adoption of naloxone stockpiles (Narcan); the superintendent said Stacy Cundiff had secured free doses and the district already has supplies on hand to meet the requirement. The board voted to accept the first reading of the KASB policy adjustments; the motion carried.
