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Students urge modern, clearer opt-out options for district surveys
Summary
Students told the board the district survey opt-out process is currently inaccessible and suggested adding modern opt-out channels (text, phone) and clearer messaging about anonymity and purpose to increase participation and parental awareness.
Students participating in the policy-review session told the board they believe the district survey is optional but that opt-out mechanisms are limited and easy to miss. One student suggested that relying on an email opt-out is ineffective because messages can go to spam and recommended "more modern ways to opt out, like a text message or a phone call."
Board members and staff agreed more transparency around the survey's purpose, anonymity and communication channels could increase participation and trust. Staff said they are revising communications about the survey and would provide the policy committee with specific language on how the district will notify families and make opt-out choices more accessible.
