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Board debates optional policy to add student representative seat; members split on timing
Summary
Board considered an optional BCBA policy to add a nonvoting student representative to the board and an associated administrative regulation; members praised student voice but questioned staffing, selection, and whether to implement midyear or study further.
Staff presented an optional policy to add a student representative to the board and said they will research administrative rules in other districts. The policy would establish an application and interview process; staff noted the student would not vote but would provide input on items affecting students.
Board members expressed mixed views. Some said the seat could amplify student voice on dress code and curriculum conversations; others cautioned that adding the role requires time and resources and suggested tabling the idea until next spring. One staff speaker noted plainly: "The students on this in this type of role, they don't vote."
