NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDI

SCHOOL COMMITTEE RELATIONS WITH THE MEDIA

The Committee believes that it has a responsibility to keep the public informed about the operations, programs, progress, and problems of the public schools. Consequently, Committee meetings are open to the news media and public.  In the event that representatives of the news media are unable to attend a meeting, upon request, the Superintendent shall provide a summary of important Committee actions.

Public documents, as defined by state statute, will be made available as provided by statute and the school unit’s procedures.  Requests should be made to the Office of the Superintendent.

When individual Committee members receive requests from news media representatives for information or comment, they shall refer such inquiries to the Committee Chair who shall be the public spokesperson for the Committee.

Legal Reference: 1 MRSA § 402

Cross Reference: KI - Visitors to the Schools

Adopted: October 17, 2022