Votes at a glance: Policy committee forwards two education policies to full board

At its September 15 meeting the Stamford School District policy committee voted unanimously on two items and will place both on the full board's consent agenda. Resolution 69 (Policy 5131, suspension and expulsion) and Resolution 70 (Policy 6172.3, parent-managed learning) each passed by a committee voice vote with three hands reported in favor.

Resolution details: Resolution 69 updates suspension standards for pre‑K through grade 2 to reference "serious physical harm" (a statutory term the administration said the legislature did not define) and expands alternative education requirements for some expelled 16–18‑year‑olds. Resolution 70 establishes a three‑year phase‑in for parent-managed learning, requires DCF registry/background checks beginning 07/01/2027, and adds an annual intent form in the final year. Both items advance without amendment.