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Heads up! We have scanned the upcoming agenda for Mercer Island School District. We found 4 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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Vague “Hostile Environment” Definition in Harassment Policy
The Board is revising the student sexual harassment policy (Policy 3205). The proposed new definition of a “hostile environment” is broad and subjective, based on conduct that is “severe, persistent, or pervasive” enough to limit a student’s educational benefit. This vague language could be used to punish students for speech, such as using incorrect pronouns, if it’s deemed “offensive.”
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND CLARITY: This is the first reading of Item 4.B. Email the School Board (contact info on district website) before the meeting. Ask for a clear, objective definition of ‘offensive educational environment’ in Policy 3205 that cannot be used to punish students for protected speech.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Student Speech Policing
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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District Developing New “Vision” for Student Technology Use
The Board is holding a study session to create a new “educational technology vision and framework.” While acknowledging parent concerns about “tech lash,” the pre-reading materials from the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Psychological Association frame the issue using ideological concepts like “socio-ecological model,” “minoritized youth,” and “equity,” not just academics. This could open the door for SEL and DEI to be embedded into all student technology policies.
Recommended Action Plan
INFLUENCE THE OUTCOME: This is a critical planning stage. Email the School Board (contact info on district website) and attend the 9:00 a.m. study session on Item 2.A. Urge them to adopt the common-sense principles from the ‘Healthy EdTech Triangle’ and ‘Students First Act’ documents also included in their reading, which prioritize academics and parental rights over ideological frameworks.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Ideological Screening of Technology
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| MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The Board is discussing a potential bond measure for February 2027. While the description mentions infrastructure like HVAC and fire alarms, the most recent planning documents (‘2026.09.24 LRFP Annual Update’ and ‘2026.09.24 Potential 2027 Bond Update’) were not available for review. These documents could contain details about other projects bundled into the bond.
Recommended Action Plan
INVESTIGATE: Open the files attached to Item 4.A in the Official Agenda (linked above), specifically ‘2026.09.24 Potential 2027 Bond Update.pdf’, to confirm whether this bond is exclusively for infrastructure or if it includes funding for other programs.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Potential Taxpayer Funding for Non-Academic Projects
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| ALERT (LEVEL 2) |
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Board to Receive Legislative Report
The Board will hear an update from its legislative representatives. This is an opportunity for the board to discuss taking positions on state or federal legislation, which could involve using district resources for political lobbying.
Recommended Action Plan
Monitor: Pay attention to the ‘Legislative Report’ under Item 9.C. If the Board discusses taking an official position on any external bills, especially those related to parental rights, we need to be ready to act.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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