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Southwest ISD board approves clear-bag policy and random wand searches for events
Summary
Trustees approved a districtwide clear-bag policy for after-school events and authorized scheduled or random wand searches on campuses and buses for the 2025–2026 school year.
The board voted to adopt new safety measures for the 2025–2026 school year, specifying that the District will enforce a clear-bag policy at all after-school campus and district events and that scheduled or random wand searches may be performed on campuses and buses. The motion was moved by Trustee Ida Sudolcan and seconded by Trustee Daniel Carrillo; the minutes record unanimous approval.
District staff will be responsible for implementing the security protocols and communicating the new rules to staff, families and contractors ahead of the upcoming school year. The minutes do not record details on enforcement procedures, accommodations, or privacy safeguards.
