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Heads up! We have scanned the upcoming agenda for Barberton City. We found 7 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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District Proposes to Eliminate Policy on Recording Meetings with Parents
The board is voting to completely rescind Po2461, the policy governing the recording of meetings that involve students and parents. This removes established rules and protections for parents who want a record of critical discussions, like IEP meetings, potentially leaving them vulnerable in disputes with the district.
Recommended Action Plan
PACK THE ROOM: This is a direct attack on parental transparency. Email Superintendent Jason Ondrus at jondrus@barbertonschools.org and call the Board at (330) 753-1025: ‘Vote NO on rescinding policy Po2461 in Item VI.A. Parents have a right to a clear, recorded account of meetings about their children.’
💰 Impact: Your Right to a Record
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 8) |
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New Policy to Allow AI Processing of Communications on School Property
The board is introducing a new policy, Po7540.10, titled ‘Recording & AI Processing of Communications on School Property.’ The title suggests a new surveillance system could be implemented to monitor and analyze communications, but the policy text has not been shared with the public.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: The title of new policy Po7540.10 in Item VI.A is alarming. Email Superintendent Jason Ondrus at jondrus@barbertonschools.org: ‘Post the full text of proposed policy Po7540.10 publicly and delay the vote. What communications will be recorded, who will be monitored, and how will AI be used on our children?’
💰 Impact: Student & Staff Privacy
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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District Approves $149,528 for Vague “Therapy Services”
The board is approving a $149,528 purchase order for ‘therapy services’ from LLA Therapy. This could include school-based mental health services that operate without full parental consent or notification, creating a wedge between parents and children.
Recommended Action Plan
OPT-OUT ALERT: Email Superintendent Jason Ondrus at jondrus@barbertonschools.org regarding Purchase Order #1 in Item IX.D: ‘What specific ‘therapy services’ does the $149,528 contract with LLA Therapy cover? Confirm that parents must provide explicit, written consent before any mental or emotional screening or service is provided to their child.’
💰 Impact: $149,528
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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Board to Vote on Changing Class Rank Policy
Under Item VI.A, the board will vote on a revised policy for Class Rank (Po5430). Changes to class rank are often the first step toward eliminating academic competition and de-tracking, which can penalize high-achieving students. The district has not provided the text of the revised policy for public review.
Recommended Action Plan
INVESTIGATE: Demand the district release the text for Po5430 ‘Class Rank’ under Item VI.A before the vote. Email Superintendent Jason Ondrus at jondrus@barbertonschools.org: ‘Parents must see the proposed changes to class rank before the Board votes on them.’
💰 Impact: Academic Competition
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| MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
Item VI.A includes a revised policy titled ‘Protections of Individual Beliefs/Affiliations/Ideals/Principles of Political Movements’ (Po2265). The text has not been provided, so it’s unclear if this policy protects students from political activism in the classroom or enables it.
Recommended Action Plan
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Po2265 attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm whether it contains sensitive policy changes. This could be a win or a threat, and parents need to know which before the vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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District Event Promotes “Global” Theme
An informational item lists a ‘Magics Global Festival – District Cultural Night’ for November 10. Events themed around ‘Global’ concepts can sometimes be used to introduce ‘Global Citizenship’ or other political ideologies instead of focusing on genuine cultural appreciation.
Recommended Action Plan
Monitor: Parents attending the ‘Magics Global Festival’ on Nov 10 should watch for any political or ideological content presented as ‘cultural’ education. No immediate action required, but stay aware.
💰 Impact: Classroom Focus
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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Win: District Maintains Gifted Testing, Saves Money
The district is continuing its commitment to academics by approving district-wide gifted testing under Item IX.D.13. By switching vendors to NCS Pearson, they are also saving taxpayers $2,354 while ensuring high-potential students continue to be identified.
How to Lock It In
AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Email the board to thank them for prioritizing academic excellence and fiscal responsibility in Item IX.D.13. Contact Superintendent Jason Ondrus at jondrus@barbertonschools.org: ‘Thank you for maintaining gifted testing and finding cost savings. Please continue to prioritize core academics.’
✅ Why It Matters: $2,354 Savings
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