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Board hears updates on cameras, drills and a director—s concern about backpacks in high school

La Grande School District No. 1 Board of Directors · August 27, 2025
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Summary

Casey Hampton told the board the district has upgraded cameras, applied for security grants and participated in tabletop exercises; Chair Danelle Lindsey raised concern about allowing backpacks in the high school.

Casey Hampton updated the board on safety and emergency preparedness work, reporting recent camera upgrades across the district and that the district has applied for grants to further update security systems. Hampton also said district and community tabletop exercises continue to refine safety processes.

Chair Danelle Lindsey raised a specific concern about allowing backpacks in the high school during the discussion; the minutes record the concern but do not show a board decision at this meeting. Staff indicated grant pursuits and continued procedural exercises as next steps to strengthen security.