Last Thursday, July 22, Chris McKenna presented "The Digital Culture of Kids," which shared ways of protecting children as they navigate today's digital culture. The presentation is available at THIS LINK.
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I3: Religion In The Schools
Category I: Instruction The United States Constitution, the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and related court rulings clearly establish the concept of "church and state separation" and the "preclusion of sectarian instruction in public schools." Religious belief and disbelief are personal matters and not associated with government operations. Given this, the observance of religious holidays is not the responsibility of the public schools. It is a responsibility of the District is to teach mutual understanding of diversity and respect for all individuals and beliefs. In pursuit of this goal, the District is cognizant of the fact that holidays are observed differently by different groups. It is also recognized that religious holidays can be historically as well as culturally significant. In order to help staff members abide by the spirit and letter of the law and to avoid compromising any student's religious or conscientious beliefs or freedoms, the following should serve as guidance: The above statements should not be interpreted to preclude the factual and objective teaching about religions, religious holidays, and religious differences. Such instruction will be permitted in the schools since insights in this area can enhance the mutual understanding needed by all the people in a pluralistic society. Authorizing Document(s) POLICY IHAL: Religion In Schools Mass. 603 CMR 26.00: Access To Equal Educational Opportunity Updated: July 2014
Procedure I3: Religion In The Schools
