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Board approves first readings and waivers for drug/alcohol and discipline policies
Summary
Trustees approved first readings and voted to waive second readings for a new drug/alcohol‑free schools policy and revised discipline policy/administrative regulations that emphasize restorative practices and non‑exclusionary interventions; staff said policies align with current law and CSBA guidance.
The board approved on first reading and waived the second reading for two policy updates: a new drug‑and‑alcohol‑free‑schools policy and revised policy and administrative regulation on student discipline.
Staff summarized that the drug/alcohol policy (BP 3513.4) will be included in annual parental notices and aligns with federal and state law and CSBA recommended language. The discipline revisions (BP/AR 5144) emphasize positive behavioral interventions, restorative practices and alternatives to exclusionary discipline where law permits; staff said the changes update compliance and support equitable implementation across sites. Trustee Ferner moved the motions to approve the first readings and to waive second readings; the motions passed by voice vote.
