The Board of Education supports the concept of citizen participation on advisory and other committees. The public will be made aware of the formation of each new committee.

When it establishes a citizens’ advisory committee, the Board shall provide guidelines for membership and delineate its responsibilities and authority. The Board shall review existing advisory committees, membership and committee annually.

(cf. 1312 - Public Complaints)

(cf. 5145.2 - Freedom of Speech/Expression) (cf. 6144 - Controversial issues)

(cf. 6161 - Equipment, Books, Materials: Provision/Selection)

Legal Reference: Academic Freedom Policy (adopted by Connecticut State Board of Education, 9/9/81)

Policy adopted: November 12, 1997

HAMDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Hamden, Connecticut