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Board approves edited hazing policy (Policy 526) after failed amendments, 4–2
Summary
The board voted 4–2 to approve edited Policy 526 (Hazing Prohibition) after several amendments—addressing electronic means and parental presence during questioning—were proposed and failed; the final vote recorded Swanson and Thompson as opposing.
The board considered edits to Policy 526, titled Hazing Prohibition. A proposed amendment by Cameron to clarify language covering in-person and electronic/digital means failed on a 3–3 vote; another amendment by Swanson seeking parental presence before district or SRO questioning of a minor also failed. A later attempt by Thompson to alter notification language failed as well. The main motion to approve the edited hazing policy passed 4–2, with Swanson and Thompson recorded as no votes.
The transcript records the sequence of amendment attempts and vote results but does not include the full revised policy text; the board packet should contain the adopted language and implementation instructions. The debate shows board members raised procedural safeguards and notification concerns during the discussion.
