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Treasurer leads discussion on proposed water-safety curriculum for Westwood schools
Summary
Board members discussed a proposed water-safety curriculum and related legislation, raising questions about swimming instruction, transportation and potential costs for providing basic water-safety training to students.
Treasurer Roderick Means led a discussion about a possible water‑safety curriculum for the Westwood Community School District, saying recent legislative proposals could require schools to provide water‑safety information to students. Board members noted that many Michigan residents live within a few miles of a body of water and asked how a swimming component would fit into the physical education curriculum.
Trustees pressed for specifics on implementation, including whether the district would provide transportation to pools or natural water sites and how the district would cover any additional costs. The item was framed as a preliminary discussion; no motion or funding decision was made during the July 10 meeting. The Board directed staff to continue exploring options and to return with cost estimates and operational details at a future meeting.
