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Report of the Committee on Legislation, Rules and Policies |
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Subject:
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2. Action on Resolution 1819R-013 by Directors Phillips and Sain Regarding Guidelines for the Closure of Schools Due to Inclement Weather |
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Goal 2 Student, Family and Community Engagement
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Attachments:
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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At its meeting on January 24, 2019, the Board referred Resolution 1819R-013 by Directors Phillips and Sain regarding guidelines for the closure of schools due to inclement weather to the Committee on Legislation, Rules and Policies.
The Administration is in agreement with the intent of the resolution, and already utilizes many of the items included such as participation in a quadrant model in which MPS and other local districts are convened to discuss the factors associated with potential emergency school closings due to weather.
The Administration is suggesting minor adjustments to the resolved portions of the resolution as detailed in the attachment. This includes updating Administrative Policy and Procedure 4.01: Emergency Closings, to best reflect the Administration's current guidelines associated with emergency school closings due to weather. These guidelines are structured to support the safety and wellbeing of all students in instances of inclement weather. The proposed revisions will be brought before the Board for its consideration.
In addition, the Administration will investigate and report back to the Board regarding the feasibility of designating some sites throughout the district as emergency or contingency shelters in cases where schools are closed due to inclement weather. |
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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Upon adoption by the Board, the Administration will begin updating Administrative Policy and Procedure 4.01: Emergency Closings. |
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Recommendation
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Your Committee recommends that the Board adopt Resolution 1819R-013 by Directors Phillips and Sain regarding guidelines for the closure of schools due to inclement weather as attached. |
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Approvals:
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Recommended By: |
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Signed By: |
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Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer |
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