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Assistant Superintendent Denise Bartlett presented the first reading of proposed revisions that combine the policy and regulations into one document. She reported that with the guidance from legal counsel, the language in the policy is very explicit as to the requirements of administrators, as well as law enforcement when involved in student interviews and arrests. Dr. Bartlett reviewed the revised policy that has been reworked with headings and subheadings to assist administrators in determining which section of the policy may pertain to a specific incident and the revisions of the exhibits. Board members recommended a reference be included if the perpetrator is a minor and/or sibling be added to both sections “Interview Unrelated to …show more content…

Dr. Bartlett responded there would be no loss of potential information since the administrator would have already interviewed the student before imposing discipline. Discussion ensued regarding a statement about the school administrator making a responsible effort to obtain parent/guardian consent for the interview to take place. Is the district trying to ascertain the parent’s position on whether the student can be interviewed or is the district’s position to try and promote and/or convince the parent to provide consent? Dr. Bartlett provided examples of the process administration follow in contacting law enforcement and the expected outcome could possible out become. Discussion ensued regarding communication when a cell phone or personnel devices is used and connected to the district network for transmitting, would this be a device subject to search and/or seizure. Dr. Conery and Dr. Bartlett provided examples and requirements for a student to register their devices to enable the district to monitor and inspect the content if it constitutes a distribution in the educational environment. Board members requested clarification of the definition of the word “serious” at the end first paragraph of the policy under “Interview by School Personnel” and

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