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Board holds first readings of several policies; adds Apple Watch exception to cell‑phone policy
Summary
The board conducted first readings of multiple policies including budget adoption, records management, expression of breast milk, leaves of absence and a new cell phone use policy. Members agreed to add language allowing Apple Watches set to 'watch mode' to remain on students at the superintendent's discretion, with IEP/504 recommendations superseding the policy.
The Board held first readings on a set of district policies, noting several updates and two new policies: Expression of Breast Milk in the Workplace (Policy #6480) and Cell Phone Use (Policy #7580). Board member Katherine Rossi‑Snook raised a practical concern about her incoming fifth‑grade child’s Apple Watch and asked whether the cell‑phone policy could include an allowance for devices set in watch mode.
The board agreed to add the following statement to the cell‑phone policy: "Exceptions to this policy can be made at the discretion of the Superintendent. Specific IEP or 504 recommendation supersede this policy." The first readings will allow administrators and board members to refine policy language before a second reading or adoption vote at a future meeting.
