9010 — Public Statements (BB)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
Last Updated: December 16, 2024
Key Rule: Only the Board President, Superintendent, or a designated representative can make official statements on behalf of the Reed Union School District Board.
What It Requires:
- Board members can express personal opinions on community matters, including district issues
- When speaking personally, Board members must clarify they are sharing individual views, not official Board positions
- Board members should add disclaimers on personal social media accounts indicating posts reflect personal viewpoints
- All Board members must maintain respectful, courteous, and professional conduct when discussing district matters
- Board spokespersons cannot share confidential information from closed sessions without Board authorization
- Individual Board members should recognize the public may perceive their statements as official Board positions
Purpose: Ensures the district communicates consistent messages while respecting Board members' rights to participate in community discourse.
What this means for your family
For Families: This policy clarifies who speaks officially for the school district. When you hear from an individual Board member on social media or in the community, it may be their personal opinion—not the Board's official position. Only the Board President, Superintendent, or designated spokesperson can share official district positions. This helps you understand whether information from Board members represents personal views or official district policy, reducing confusion about district decisions affecting your child's education.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.