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Heads up! We have scanned the upcoming agenda for Willoughby-Eastlake City. We found 5 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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New Policy Blocks Parents from Recording to Protect Their Kids
The district is introducing a sweeping new policy (7540.10) on recording devices and AI. This policy creates a ‘default’ of denying parents’ requests to place a recording device on their child, a critical safety tool for parents of non-verbal or special needs students. It also prohibits parents from video recording IEP and 504 meetings, limiting their ability to advocate effectively.
Recommended Action Plan
PACK THE ROOM: This is a First Reading under Item 10.A, so we have a chance to stop it. Email Superintendent Patrick Ward at patrick.ward@weschools.org and call Board President Krista Bair at (440) 946-5000: ‘Policy 7540.10 strips parents of essential tools to protect and advocate for their children, especially those with special needs. We demand you remove the sections that block parents from recording.’
💰 Impact: Loss of Parental Advocacy Tools
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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District Limits Public Comment to 20 Minutes Total
The board is limiting the entire public comment portion of the meeting to only 20 minutes total for all speakers combined. This severely restricts the number of parents who can speak and ensures that important issues may not be heard by the board.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TO BE HEARD: Call Board President Krista Bair at (440) 946-5000 and email Superintendent Patrick Ward at patrick.ward@weschools.org. ‘Item 4.A’s 20-minute total time limit on public comment is unacceptable. We demand you extend the time to allow all concerned parents to address the board.’
💰 Impact: Silencing Parental Voices
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| MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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Student Emails Labeled ‘Directory Info’ for EdTech Vendors
Under the updated student records policy (8330), the district is designating student email accounts as ‘directory information.’ While the policy says this is for the limited purpose of registering for online educational services, it creates a loophole that could allow your child’s information to be shared with third-party vendors without your direct consent for each service.
Recommended Action Plan
OPT-OUT ALERT: Email Superintendent Patrick Ward at patrick.ward@weschools.org regarding Policy 8330 in Item 8.D. ‘I want to opt my child out of having their email address designated as directory information. Please provide the specific form to ensure my child’s data is not shared with third-party vendors without my express consent.’
💰 Impact: Your Child’s Privacy
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 9) |
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District Adopts Strong Protections Against Political Activism
The Board is adopting several new policies (2265, 6100, and others) that protect students and staff from compelled political speech and prohibit using taxpayer money, school property, or staff time to campaign for or against political candidates, levies, or bonds. This is a huge win for keeping classrooms focused on academics and ensuring district resources are not used for political activism.
How to Lock It In
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to thank the Board for adopting these common-sense policies under Item 8.D. Email Superintendent Patrick Ward at patrick.ward@weschools.org: ‘Thank you for protecting our schools from political activism with policies 2265 and 6100. We fully support this move to keep the focus on academics.’
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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Board Welcomes Patriotic Youth Groups into Schools
New policy 5224 explicitly grants access for youth organizations like the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Future Farmers of America to speak with students during the school day. This is a positive step to promote patriotism, workforce readiness, and civic involvement through trusted community groups.
How to Lock It In
AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Email Superintendent Patrick Ward at patrick.ward@weschools.org to thank the board for passing Policy 5224 in Item 8.D. This is a model policy for other districts to encourage partnerships with character-building organizations.
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