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District says student walkout not approved; superintendent warns of possible discipline
Summary
Superintendent Dr. MacGregor told the board the proposed student walkout is not approved by Howell High or the district, that students "do have a right to their own first amendment views," and that discipline would follow the Student/Parent Handbook; multiple public commenters urged support for students and raised safety and immigration concerns.
Superintendent Dr. MacGregor told the board the proposed high school student walkout is not approved by Howell High School or the district and that officials will respond according to district policy. "Students do have a right to their own first amendment views; discipline will apply according to the Student/Parent Handbook," he said, and noted Principal Schrock will meet with students to explain expectations and potential consequences.
Multiple community members spoke during public comment in favor of students expressing views and raised related concerns. Victoria Alchin thanked supporters of the dual-language program at Three Fires Elementary and asked the board to ensure student, staff, and family safety given concerns about ICE, requesting clear district policies and training. Other commenters, including Jennifer Lamb and Scott Greer, expressed support for student engagement and thanked the School Resource Officers for their presentation.
