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Policy committee to bring updated public-comment and cell-phone policies to board
Summary
Policy committee reported two policy changes required by law: revisions to public-comment rules at meetings and implementation of a cell-phone policy, with both scheduled for first reading at the next full board meeting (cell-phone policy must be implemented by Aug. 1).
The policy committee reported that it reviewed two policies necessitated by recently passed laws: one on public comments at school board meetings and another on cell phone implementation in district schools.
Committee member (speaker 6) told the board both items will be brought to the full board for a first read and further discussion. The speaker noted the cell phone policy has a statutory deadline: it must be completed by Aug. 1.
Board members agreed more time and broader discussion would be useful at a future meeting so the full board can weigh implementation and practical implications for schools and staff.
