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We reviewed the upcoming agenda for Palisades SD and found 4 items with policy significance ahead of the vote.
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Policy Restricting Public Re-broadcast of Board Meeting Recordings
The board is scheduled for a final vote on Policy 006.2, which governs the recording of board meetings. The policy states that ‘Rebroadcast and/or reproduction of the recording or live stream in whole or in part is strictly prohibited unless prior written permission is obtained from the Superintendent or his/her designee.’ This provision acts as a potential prior restraint on public speech and limits transparency by restricting how citizens can use recordings of public meetings.
Policy Use
BRIEF STATE AFFAIRS: Item 7.H contains the final read of Policy 006.2. The text restricting re-broadcast is confirmed in the attachments. Flag this for the state team as a clear example of a local body limiting public transparency and speech regarding its own proceedings.
Policy Lever: Public Records Access
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District to Approve Panorama Education Student and Community Survey
The board will vote to approve a $9,210 service order with Panorama Education to survey the school community. The stated purpose is to establish a baseline on school culture, safety, engagement, and academic preparedness. Panorama is a national vendor whose survey instruments often include questions based on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and other contested frameworks, raising parental rights concerns.
Policy Use
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Under Item 7.J, retrieve the ‘Panorama Service Order’ attachment from the official agenda link. The survey instrument itself must be obtained via a records request to determine the specific questions being asked of students before the vote.
Policy Lever: $9,210 Contract
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First Read of Title IX and Nondiscrimination Policies
The board will conduct a first reading of several policies related to harassment and discrimination, including Policy 103 (Students), 104 (Non-students), and 234 (Pregnant/Parenting Students). These policies are part of a Title IX review and appear to align with current federal regulations regarding nondiscrimination and reasonable accommodations. This action represents the district’s formal process for complying with federal directives on sex-based discrimination.
Policy Use
WATCH: Under Item 7.I, the district is beginning the adoption process for its Title IX compliance policies. Review the attached policy texts (103, 104, 234) and monitor for any amendments during the second reading that diverge from federal statute.
Policy Lever: Title IX Compliance
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✅ Models to Replicate
Local actions worth capturing as model policy.
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| Aligned (LEVEL 6) |
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District Considers Policy on Professional Adult/Student Boundaries
The board will hold a first reading of Policy 824, which establishes professional boundaries for district employees, volunteers, and contractors. The policy prohibits romantic relationships, limits social interactions, and restricts electronic communication with students to district-approved platforms for educational purposes. This policy provides clear standards for professional conduct and student safety.
How to Capture It
CAPTURE THE MODEL: Item 7.I includes the first read of Policy 824. The text is a strong model for professional conduct and protecting students. Secure the final adopted text after the second reading for AFPI’s model policy library.
✅ Why It Matters: Student Safety Standards
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