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Cedar Springs board approves new student expression policy in 4-2 vote
Summary
The Cedar Springs Board of Education approved a new Student Expression, Peaceful Assembly, and Demonstrations policy (PO #TBD) on May 11, 2026, with a 4-2 vote. Two board members — Patin and Willett — voted against the measure.
The Cedar Springs Board of Education voted 4-2 on May 11 to adopt a new Student Expression, Peaceful Assembly, and Demonstrations policy listed on the agenda as PO #TBD.
The motion carried with board members Gilmore, Reed, Shoffner and Slager voting in favor and Patin and Willett opposed. The policy was presented as part of a package of Spring 2026 NEOLA recommendations brought to the board by administration.
Board President Reed presided over the vote. The transcript records the roll call and the recorded AYES and NAYS but does not include extended debate or verbatim remarks explaining why members Patin and Willett opposed the policy. The superintendent noted that administration had presented the policy for board consideration and that follow-up would occur on implementation details.
The board did not attach an ordinance number; the policy remains identified in the minutes as PO #TBD. The board's action changes the district's formal guidance on student expression and assemblies pending administrative procedures and any required staff training.
