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NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBGA HOMESCHOOLING—PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL PROGRAMS The School Board acknowledges the provisions for equivalent instruction under Maine law.  The Board further recognizes the Legislature's statement "that the term 'equivalent' is intended to mean meeting state standards for alternate or other instruction and is not intended to mean the same as the education delivered in the public school system." In addition, it is the intention of the Board to, "cooperate in the home instruction of any child who resides in the school administrative unit to the degree that the level of cooperation does not interfere with the responsibilities to the students enrolled in MSAD #60's regular programs".  Furthermore, participation of students in such school programs shall be limited to homeschool students whose home instruction programs are in compliance with applicable Maine law and Department of Education regulations. In order to maintain an efficient and orderly school program, the Board directs the Superintendent/designee to develop procedures, as appropriate, regarding the availability of school system resources and services to homeschool students who would otherwise be eligible to attend school in MSAD #60.  The procedures shall be in accord with the following provisions. I. PROVISIONS OF INFORMATION At the request of the student or the student's parent/guardian, this school unit shall make available to homeschool students, in a form determined by the school, information regarding access to public school activities and attendance at the school unit's schools.  This information must include: A. Requirements regarding initial health and developmental screening for motor skills, vision, hearing and immunization; and B. Criteria for participation of homeschool students in curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities. II. PERMITTED PARTICIPATION A.  Participation in Regular Classes. Homeschool students may enroll in specific, day- school classes provided that the student's attendance is regular, the class is deemed to be age and grade appropriate, and all prerequisite course requirements are met.  In addition, the following shall also apply. 1.The student or the student's parent/guardian, on the student's behalf, shall apply in writing to and receive written approval from the Superintendent/designee. Approval may not be unreasonably withheld. 2. The student shall demonstrate prior satisfactory academic achievement consistent with school unit policy and procedures applicable to all students. 3.The student shall comply with behavioral, disciplinary, attendance and other classroom rules applicable to all students. If a student fails to comply, the school may withhold credit or terminate the student's participation. 4.Transportation must be provided by the parent/guardian or student. However, the student may use the same transportation as all other students in the school unit as long as additional expenses are not incurred and vehicle capacity is not exceeded. 5.The student shall complete all assignments and tests as required of all students in the same class. B. Course Auditing. Homeschool students may audit a course(s) provided the following conditions have been met. 1. The student or the student's parent/guardian, on behalf of the student, shall apply in writing to and receive a written approval from the Superintendent/designee to audit a specific course or courses. Participation may not be unreasonably withheld. 2. The student agrees to meet established behavioral, disciplinary, attendance and other classroom rules applicable to all students.  If a student fails to comply, the school may terminate participation. III.  SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES Special Education Services will be available to eligible special education students in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. IV.   ADMISSION TO REGULAR PROGRAM/PLACEMENT A student who has been receiving homeschool instruction and who seeks admission to other regular school program will be placed in a grade commensurate with the level of the student's academic achievement.  Placement must be guided by the following. A.  For students who transfer into school from an educational program that is not required to meet the standards of the established system of Learning Results, the principal of the receiving school shall determine the value of the student's prior educational experience toward meeting these standards. B.  Appropriate school staff may make recommendations concerning placement based on, but not limited to, factors such as the student's completed curricula and records of achievement, conferences with the student's parent/guardian, and administration of tests. C.  The final grade placement decision shall be made by the principal.  The principal's decision may be appealed to the Superintendent, whose decision shall be final. V. RE-ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL PROGRAM Placement of homeschool students who wish to be readmitted to the school program will be determined by the principal who shall consult with members of the professional staff to the extent appropriate and, as deemed necessary, to make a reasonable determination that the requisite academic standards have been met, and collect from parents actual samples of coursework (e.g., homework, papers, and examinations). The principal may also direct that a test or tests be administered to help determine the student's progress toward meeting the content standards of the Learning Results for the purpose of  determining an appropriate grade level. The decision of the principal may be appealed to the Superintendent. VI.  USE OF SCHOOL TEXTBOOKS AND LIBRARY BOOKS Subject to availability, a student receiving home instruction may use school textbooks, if the number of particular copies are sufficient, and library books owned by the school unit, subject to the following conditions. A. The use does not disrupt regular student, staff or special program functions. B. The student's sign-out period for a library book is the same as that applicable to regularly enrolled students. C. The student may sign out a textbook for a period not to exceed one school year. D. The parent/guardian and student agree to reimburse the school unit for lost, unreturned or damaged library books and textbooks and for consumable supplies used. VII.  USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT A student receiving homeschool instruction may use public school facilities and equipment on the same basis as regularly enrolled students if the following conditions are met. A. The use does not disrupt regular school activities. B. The use is approved by the school principal in accordance with established school policy. C. The use does not create additional expense to the school unit. D. The use is directly related to the student's academic program. E. The use of potentially hazardous areas, such as shops, laboratories and gymnasiums, is supervised by a qualified employee of the school unit, approved and assigned by the Superintendent. VIII.  MAINE EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT If a parent of a student in an equivalent instruction program requests to have the student participate in the Maine Educational Assessment (MEA), such request must be granted.  Participation in such examinations must be in compliance with all rules and procedures governing testing conditions in the school unit. IX.  ACADEMIC CREDIT A student receiving homeschool instruction must receive academic credit subject to the following requirements. A. Academic credit for individual courses must be awarded if the student meets required academic standards applicable to all students enrolled in the same course. B. Academic credit must be awarded for successful completion of alternative instruction opportunities sponsored by the school and available to all students. X.  HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CREDITS AND DIPLOMA ELIGIBILITY The following standards govern the awarding of course credits and a graduation diploma to a student receiving homeschool instruction who seeks admission or readmission to the high school. A. A student shall earn high school credits for satisfactory completion of courses in the high school pursuant to 20-A MRSA Subsection 5021(2)(A). B. A student may earn credit for coursework completed through homeschool instruction if the principal determines both in advance and, upon completion of the course, that the course satisfies the requirements for awarding the credit.  The principal may direct that the student undergo a test or tests to assist in making a determination relative to the awarding of credit. C. Requests for transfer credit for equivalent instruction completed at non-approved private schools, at private schools that elect not to meet requirements under 20-A MRSA § 2901, or through other equivalent instruction programs must be evaluated on the merits of the documentation provided.  The principal and guidance staff shall conduct these evaluations on request made by the student or the student's parent/guardian. The principal may direct that the student undergo a test or tests to assist in making a determination relative to the awarding of credit. D. For students who transfer into a secondary school from another state or an educational program that is not required to meet the standards of the system of Learning Results, the principal of the receiving school shall determine the value of the prior educational experience toward meeting the standards through the local assessment system. E. Awarding of a high school diploma by Noble High School is conditioned upon the student's demonstration of proficiency in all content areas established by the Board.  Homeschool students must complete a minimum of eight credits at Noble High School, complete the requirements for a Senior Project, Round Tables and complete the requirements for Community Service to be eligible for a diploma. The eight credits required are two English, two math, two science, one social studies, and one elective. XI. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION FROM NOBLE HIGH SCHOOL A. Commencing with the Class of 2020, every Noble High School student will demonstrate proficiency in the skills and knowledge described by the Common Core State Standards and Maine Learning Results for the following content areas: 1. English Language Arts 2. Mathematics 3. Science and Technology 4. Social Studies 5. Health Education and Physical Education 6. Visual and Performing Arts 7. Career and Education Development 8. World Language (not required for graduation classes of 2018 and 2019) Students’ demonstration of proficiency in the above content areas will accumulate the following credits: English - 5 credits Math - 4 credits* ( Students must successfully complete Common Core 11 and be enrolled in a math course all four years) Science - 4 credits Social Studies - 3 credits Health - ½ credit Physical Education - 1 credit Fine Arts - 1 credit World Language- ½ credit Electives - 4 credits Total - 24 credits *(or 23 ½ credits) B.  All graduating students must meet the cross content performance standards set forth by the Maine Learning Results’ “Guiding Principles.” These Guiding Principles are expressed in our Academic (A), Social (S), and Civic (C) Noble High School 21st Century Learning Expectations: A1. Effective Communication i. Written Communication ii. Presentations A2. Critical Thinking A3. Creative Use of Resources i. Research ii. Technology (supportive) iii. Design & Professionalism (supportive) A4. Work Habits S1. Collaboration S2. Social Responsibility and Awareness C1. Informed Citizenship C. All students will complete a Graduation Portfolio in order to graduate. The graduation portfolio consists of four elements: Student-led conferences (i.e. Roundtables) at the end of the freshman, sophomore, and junior years,  and the Senior Project, through which students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills in conducting in-depth research, as well as proficiency in the presentation of their research through the application of technology. D. All students will complete 60 hours of community service. E. Completion of all components of the Maine High School Assessment during the third year of high school. XI.  PARTICIPATION IN CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Students receiving homeschool instruction may participate in co-curricular activities such as field trips, assemblies, and academically-related fairs provided: A. Prior written permission is obtained from both the parent/guardian and the principal: and B. The student has agreed to meet established behavioral, disciplinary, attendance, and other rules applicable to all students. XII.  PARTICIPATION IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Students receiving homeschool instruction are eligible to tryout for extracurricular activities sponsored by the school unit provided the student applies in writing if the following requirements are satisfied: A. The student agrees to abide by equivalent rules of participation as are applicable to regularly enrolled students participating in the activity and provides evidence that the rules of participation are being met. B. The student complies with the same physical examination, immunization, insurance, age, and semester eligibility requirements as regularly enrolled students participating in the activity.All required documentation must be made available upon request by the school unit.The school principal is authorized to collect from the student's parent/guardian actual samples of coursework (e.g. homework, examinations, etc.) as he/she deems necessary in order to make the determination that the necessary academic standards have been met. C. The student meets equivalent academic standards as those established for regularly enrolled students participating in the activity and provides evidence that the academic standards are being met. D. The student abides by the same transportation policy as regularly enrolled students participating in the activity. XIII. STANDARDS FOR PARTICIPATION WHEN TUITION PAYMENT TO ANOTHER UNIT IS REQUIRED. If and when the school unit does not provide academic instruction for specific grade levels, the following applies for students enrolled in an approved program of equivalent instruction. A. Class participation. The homeschool student or the student's parent/guardian shall request authorization from the resident local unit to apply to another school unit for permission to participate in classes or activities in that other school unit. B. Tuition payment. Tuition payments for homeschool student participation in a local school unit, including attendance at any applied technology center or an applied technology region other than in the applicant's resident district is the responsibility of the homeschool students, the student's parent/guardian, or the student's resident school administrative unit, in accordance with school unit policy. Participation may not be unreasonably withheld. C. Participation Eligibility.  A tuitioned, homeschool student is subject to the rules relating to eligibility for participation in co-curricular or extracurricular activities as may apply at the receiving school unit. D. Interscholastic activities. A tuitioned, homeschool student attending classes in more than one receiving school unit is not eligible for participation in interscholastic activities at any local school unit. XIV.  APPEALS Appeals from administration and application of the Board policy are heard by the Board, whose decision is final and binding.  Appeals that question the Board policy compliance with legal requirements must be made to the Commissioner, whose decision is final and binding. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §§ 5001-A(3), 5021-5025 Ch. 127, 130 (Me. Dept. of Ed. Rules) Cross Reference: IHBG - Homeschooling Adopted: June 10, 2004 Revised: December 21, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBG HOMESCHOOLING Parents/guardians who wish to have their children fulfill the compulsory school attendance law through equivalent education by home schooling must comply with the provisions of 20-A MRSA § 5001-A(3)(A)(4). A. The student's parent/guardian must provide a written notice of intent to provide home instruction simultaneously to the Superintendent of Schools of the school unit in which the student resides and to the Commissioner of the Department of Education within ten calendar days of the beginning of home instruction. The notice must contain the following information: 1. The name, signature and address of the student's parent/guardian; 2. The name and age of the student; 3. The date the home instruction program will begin; 4. A statement of assurance that indicates the home instruction program will provide at least 175 days annually of instruction and will provide instruction in:  English and language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, health education, library skills, fine arts, and, in at least one grade from grade 6 to 12,  Maine studies. At one grade level from grade 7 to 12, the student will demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers; and 5. A statement of assurance that indicates that the home instruction program will include an annual assessment of the student's academic progress that includes at least one of the forms of assessment described in 20-A MRSA Subsection 5001-A(3)(A)(4)(b) and paragraph B below: B. On or before September 1 of each subsequent year of home instruction, the student's parent/guardian must file a letter with the Superintendent of the administrative unit in which the student resides and to the Commissioner stating the intention to continue providing home instruction and enclose a copy of one of the following forms of annual assessment of the student's academic progress: 1. A standardized achievement test administered through the administrative unit in which the student resides or through other arrangements approved by the Commissioner. If the test is administered through the administrative unit in which the student resides, that administration must be agreed to by the Superintendent of the administrative unit prior to submission of the written notice of intent to provide home instruction; 2. A test developed by the Superintendent/designee of the administrative unit in which the student resides appropriate to the student's home instruction program, which must be agreed to by the Superintendent of the administrative unit prior to submission of the written notice of intent to provide home instruction. 3. A review and acceptance of the student's progress by an identified individual who holds a current Maine teacher's certificate. 4. A review of acceptance of the student's progress based on, but not limited to, a presentation of an educational portfolio of the student to a local area homeschooling support group whose membership for this purpose includes a currently certified Maine teacher or administrator; or 5. A review and acceptance of the student's progress by a local advisory board selected by the Superintendent of the administrative unit in which the student resides that includes one administrative unit employee and two home instruction tutors.  A "home instruction tutor" means the parent/guardian or other person who acts or will act as a primary teacher of the student in the home instruction program.  This provision must be agreed to by the Superintendent of the administrative unit in which the student resides prior to submission of the written notice of the intent to provide home instruction. C. Dissemination of any information filed under 20-A MRSA Subsection 5001-A(3)(A) (which applies to alternatives to attendance at public day school, including home schooling) is governed by the provisions of 20-A MRSA § 6001 (dissemination of information); the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, 20 USC §1232g (2002); and the federal Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975, 20 USC §1401- 1487 (2002), except that "directory information" as defined by the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is confidential and is not subject to public disclosure unless the parent/guardian specifically permits disclosure in writing or a judge orders otherwise. Copies of any information filed under 20-A MRSA § 5001-A(3)(A) must be maintained by the student's parent/guardian until the home instruction program concludes. The records must be made available to the Commissioner upon request. D. If the home instruction program is discontinued, students of compulsory school age must be enrolled in a public school or an equivalent instruction alternative as provided by law.  The receiving school shall determine the placement of the student. At the secondary level, the principal of the receiving school shall determine the value of the prior educational experience toward meeting the standards of Maine's system of Learning Results. The Board accepts no responsibility for the unit in the application, review, approval, or oversight of home instruction programs except as provided for by law or this policy. Participation by home-schooled students in the public school program shall only be permitted as described elsewhere in Board policy. The Superintendent shall maintain a roster of all students eligible to attend school within the school unit who are receiving equivalent instruction, as provided in the Department of Education rules. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 5001-A(3) Ch. 125 § 12.02, Ch. 130 (Me. Dept. of Ed. Rules) Cross Reference: JEA - Compulsory School Attendance IHBGA - Homeschooling - Participation in School Programs IHBGB - Special Education Services for Students in Private Schools or Homeschooling JGAB - Assignment of Students to Classes: Transfer Students and Homeschooling Students Adopted: June 10, 2004 Revised: November 10, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBAL GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES MSAD #60 has adopted this grievance procedure to provide a local avenue for persons with disabilities to raise concerns about whether MSAD #60 is fully meeting its obligations under state and federal laws to protect persons with disabilities.  This procedure is intended to meet the requirements of the federal Rehabilitation Act and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. Questions about this grievance procedure should be directed to the ADA/504 compliance coordinator, Susan Austin, MSAD #60, PO Box 819, No. Berwick, ME 03906. STEP ONE A person with an identifiable disability, or someone acting on that person’s behalf, may file a written grievance regarding compliance with state or federal disabilities laws with the building principal where the grievance arose, or with the ADA/504 compliance coordinator.  If filed with the ADA/504 compliance coordinator, that person shall forward it to the appropriate building principal. No grievance will be heard if it involves actions that occurred more than 60 days prior to the filing of the grievance. The building principal, after consultation with the ADA/504 compliance coordinator, shall respond in writing to the grievance within fifteen (15) working days of its receipt.  Extensions of fifteen (15) working days may be allowed if necessary to address fully the issues in the grievance. The principal’s written response shall be forwarded to the grievant and to the ADA/504 compliance coordinator. STEP TWO If dissatisfied with the response, the grievant may obtain a review by the Superintendent of the principal’s decision. The grievant must request that review within fifteen (15) working days of the decision by the Principal.  The Superintendent, after consultation with the ADA/504 compliance coordinator, shall respond in writing to the grievance within fifteen (15) working days.  Extensions of fifteen (15) working days may be allowed when necessary to address fully the issues in the grievance. The Superintendent’s written response shall be forwarded to the grievant and to the ADA/504 compliance coordinator. Legal References: Rehabilitation Act [34 CFR § 104.7(b)] Disabilities Act [28 CFR § 35.107(b)] Adopted:  May 13, 1999 Revised:   February 1, 2001 Revised:   November 19, 2015 Revised: November 10, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBAC CHILD FIND MSAD #60 seeks to ensure that all children between the ages of three and 20 within its jurisdiction who are in need of special education and supportive services are identified, located and evaluated—whether those children live with their parents and attend MSAD #60 public schools, do not yet attend school, are tuitioned to schools in other units, receive home schooling, or are state wards, state agency clients or institutional residents as defined by Maine law. MSAD #60’s child identification procedure includes a unit-wide screening process offered at public expense to eligible students of school age to determine whether they may need referral to a pupil evaluation team (PET) and special education. The child identification procedure shall also include, in addition to information sent out regularly to parents in MSAD #60, written notification of M.S.A.D. #60’s child identification obligations sent on at least an annual basis to the following agencies, entities and persons: * Private schools within the school district; The local Child Development Services; Homeless shelters within the school district; Pediatricians and hospitals within the school district; Licensed day care facilities within the school district; Parent support groups within the school district; Home schooling parents within the school district; State facilities and institutions within the school district (i.e., jails, mental hospitals, etc.); and That notification shall request the assistance of the entity notified in identifying any children who may be in need of special education.  The notice shall list the name, address and telephone number of the special education director of the district. MSAD #60 shall also publish this information on at least an annual basis in the local newspaper serving the school district. Adopted:  by the M.S.A.D. #60 Board of Directors on March 25, 1999. Revised:   February 1, 2001 Revised: December 17, 2015

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBAA-R REFERRAL AND USE OF GENERAL EDUCATION INTERVENTIONS ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE These procedures are established for the purpose of meeting the obligations of MSAD #60 under state regulations and the Board’s policy IHBAA governing referral and use of general education interventions. I. GENERAL EDUCATION INTERVENTIONS General education interventions are general education procedures involving regular benchmark assessment of all children, using curriculum based measurements, to monitor child progress and identify those children who are at risk of failing.  Children who are at risk receive responsive interventions in the general education program that attempt to resolve the presenting problems of concern. General educators are encouraged to confer with specialists and teaching professionals, but general education personnel are responsible for the implementation of the intervention. MSAD #60 shall implement general education interventions. These interventions shall include: a. Documentation that every child, prior to entering the general educational intervention process, was provided with appropriate instruction in reading, including the essential components of reading instruction (as defined in section 1208(3) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), appropriate mastery based instruction in math, appropriate instruction in the writing process, and positive behavioral supports: b. A team-based decision making process: c. Screening at reasonable intervals to determine whether all children are progressing toward meeting the content standards of the parameters for essential instruction and graduation requirements; d. Data Analysis of screening results focusing on determining to what extent all children are progressing toward meeting the content standards of the parameters for essential instruction and graduation requirements and identifying which children are not making adequate progress towards these goals and are in need of targeted general education interventions; e. A determination as to whether a child’s assessed difficulties are likely the results of linguistic or cultural differences; f. Provision of research-based general education interventions targeted at the child’s presenting academic and/or behavioral concerns as determined by screening results; g. Repeated formative assessments of student response to targeted interventions, conducted at reasonable intervals, that generate rate based measurable data for both specifying academic and behavioral concerns and monitoring child progress during general education interventions; h. Documentation that parents were notified about the process, given the opportunity to participate in instructional decision-making, and kept informed of their child’s progress during targeted general educational interventions; i. A team shall review the child’s progress during no later than 60 school days after the start of formal general education interventions and approximately every 30 school days thereafter. At each meeting the team shall review data on the child’s progress to determine if modifications to the general education interventions are needed and/or if a referral to special education is indicated; and j. Provisions for targeted general education interventions to continue during any subsequent special education referral. The parent of a child receiving general education interventions may request that the agency conduct a full and individual evaluation for possible special education eligibility determination at any time during MSAD #60’s established general education intervention process. The general education interventions developed through this pre-referral process shall continue in the event of a referral while the referral is being handled by the IEP Team, and the resulting data shall become part of the child’s special education file. II.  REFERRAL MSAD #60 shall refer to the IEP Team all school-age students suspected of having a disability that requires special education and related services.  Referrals to the IEP Team may be made by a child’s parent, by professional school staff, or by others with knowledge of the child. Referrals should be made and processed consistent with these procedures. Referrals by parents.  A parent may refer his or her child to the IEP Team at any time.  That referral shall be made in writing directly to the office of the Director(s) of Special Education.  Should the parent seek to make a referral through other professional staff (such as teachers, guidance counselors, or administrators), that professional staff member shall directly assist the parent in making the referral in writing to the office of the Director(s) of Special Education.  Should a parent attempt to make a referral orally, professional staff shall assist the parent in reducing that referral to writing and submitting it to the office of the Director(s) of Special Education. A parent referral shall be processed consistent with these procedures and governing timelines even if the child is receiving interventions pursuant to MSAD #60’s general education interventions.  Those general education interventions shall continue during the referral process, however. Referrals by staff.  Any professional employee of MSAD #60 may refer a child to the IEP Team regardless of the results of initial child find activities, but only after completion of any general education intervention process used by MSAD #60.  MSAD #60 may move directly forward with the referral process in those circumstances where MSAD #60 and parent agree to do so. Even in that situation, however, general education interventions will continue during the referral process. Professional school staff shall prepare a referral in writing and shall submit that referral directly to the office of the Director(s) of Special Education. Referrals by others. Individuals or agency representatives (including representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services) with knowledge of the child may refer that child to the IEP Team regardless of the results of the initial child find activities, but only after completion of any general education intervention process used by MSAD #60.  MSAD #60 may move directly forward with the referral process in those circumstances when MSAD #60 and parent agree to do so.  Even in that situation, however, general education interventions will continue during the referral process. Should such a person attempt to make a referral orally, professional staff shall assist that person in reducing that referral to writing and submitting it to the office of the Director(s) of Special Education. Receipt of Referral.  Regardless of the source of the referral, a referral is received by MSAD #60 on the date that the written referral is received by the office of the Director(s) of Special Education.  It shall be signed and dated by the Director(s)’s or his/her designee, thereby indicating the date of the receipt of that referral. Time-Line for Processing Referral.  Once the referral has been received in the office of the Director(s) of Special Education, the IEP Team shall review existing evaluation data and determine the need for additional evaluations.  The IEP Team may conduct its review without a meeting. If additional evaluations are needed, MSAD #60 must send a “consent to evaluate” form to the parent within 15 school days of receipt of the referral.  Also upon receipt of the referral (from any source), MSAD #60 shall send the parent its Written Notice form documenting that referral. Once the office of the Director(s) of Special Education receives the signed consent for evaluation back from the parent, MSAD #60 shall have 45 school days to complete the evaluation and to hold an IEP Team meeting to determine whether the student qualifies for special education services.  If the student is identified as a child with a disability in need of special education, the Team should develop an IEP for that child either at that same meeting, or within 30 calendar days of determining that student is eligible. MSAD #60 shall implement the IEP as soon as possible following the IEP Team meeting when the child is found eligible, but no later than 30 calendar days after that meeting. Transfer Students. Students who have already been identified as in need of special education services and who transfer into MSAD #60 from another school unit within Maine (and who had an IEP that was in effect in a previous school unit in Maine) shall on enrollment and in consultation with the parent be provided with FAPE, Free and Appropriate Public Education,  (including services comparable to those described in the child’s IEP from the previous school unit) until MSAD #60 either adopts the child’s IEP from the previous unit or develops, adopt and implements a new IEP. Students who have already been identified as in need of special services and who transfer into MSAD #60 from another school unit from outside of Maine (and who had an IEP that was in effect in a previous school unit in another state) shall on enrollment and in consultation with the parent be provided with FAPE (including services comparable to those described in the child’s IEP from the previous school unit) until the local unit conducts an evaluation (if determined to be necessary by MSAD #60) to determine whether the student is eligible for special education, and if so, develops, adopt and implements a new IEP. If the transfer student’s current IEP from his or her prior school unit is not available, or is believed to be inappropriate by either the parent or the school,  MSAD #60 should develop a new IEP through appropriate procedures within a short time after the student enrolls at the school. If a child transfers into MSAD #60 after the referral time-line has begun in the previous school unit but before an eligibility determination has been made, the time-line references above for completing that process shall not apply if the local unit is making sufficient progress to ensure a prompt completion of the evaluation, and the parent and MSAD #60 agree to a specific time when the evaluation will be completed and the eligibility decision made. References: Ch. 101 §§ II (17), III, IV (2)(D), (E), V (4) (A) (Maine Dept. of Ed. Rules) (May 2012) Adopted: June 20, 2013 Revised: November 19, 2015

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBAA REFERRAL AND USE OF GENERAL EDUCATION INTERVENTIONS It shall be the policy of MSAD #60 to refer all school-age students suspected of having a disability that requires special education to the IEP Team for an evaluation in all suspected areas of disability.  Referrals of students to the IEP Team may be made by parents at any time, and by professional school staff regardless of the results of the initial child find activities, but after completion of the general education intervention process. Other individuals or agency representatives (including representatives of the Department of Health and Human Services) with knowledge of the child may also make referrals. Any such referral should be made in accordance with procedures that may be approved by the Superintendent of Schools. Regardless of the source of the referral, a referral will be considered received by MSAD #60 on the date that the written referral is received by the office of the Director of Special Education.  It shall be signed and dated by the Director(s) of Special Education or designee, thereby indicating the date of the receipt of the referral. The Superintendent, in consultation with the Director(s) of Special Education, may develop procedures for referral and the use of general education interventions within MSAD #60, and may from time to time amend those procedures as necessary. Legal References: Ch. 101§ II(17), III, IV(2)(D), (E), V($)(A) (July 2011) Adopted:              June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  IHBA INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLANS MSAD#60 provides a completed Individual Education Plan (IEP) for all identified students with disabilities. These IEP’s provide for all required sections as identified in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and clearly document services, settings and time constraints that provide for educating the student with disabilities in the least restrictive environment. Legal Reference: 20 USC 1414(d) 34 CFR 300.320-.328(2006) MDOE. C 101 §1X(3) Adopted: March 25, 1999 Revised: February 1, 2001 Revised: November 19, 2015

NEPN/NSBA CODE: GCSA-R EMPLOYEE COMPUTER AND INTERNET USE RULES These rules accompany Board policy GCSA (Employee Computer and Internet Use). Each employee is responsible for his/her actions and activities involving school unit computers, networks and Internet services, and for his/her computer files, passwords and accounts.  These rules provide general guidance concerning the use of the school unit’s computers and examples of prohibited uses. The rules do not attempt to describe every possible prohibited activity by employees.  Employees who have questions about whether a particular activity or use is prohibited are encouraged to contact a building administrator or the Technology Director. A. Consequences for Violation of Computer Use Policy and Rules Failure to comply with Board policy GCSA, these rules and/or other procedures or rules governing computer use may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.  Illegal use of the school unit’s computers will also result in referral to law enforcement. B. Access to School Computers, Networks and Internet Services The level of employee access to school unit computers, networks and Internet services is based upon specific job requirements and needs.  Unauthorized access to secure areas of the school unit’s computers and networks is strictly prohibited. C. Acceptable Use M.S.A.D.#60 computers, networks and Internet services are provided to employees for administrative, educational, communication and research purposes consistent with the school unit’s educational mission, curriculum and instructional goals.  All Board policies, school rules and expectations for professional conduct and communications apply when employees are using the school unit’s computers, networks and Internet services D. Personal Use School unit computers, network and Internet services are provided for purposes related to school programs and operations, and performance of their job responsibilities.  Incidental personal use of school computers is permitted as long as such use: 1) does not interfere with the employee’s job responsibilities and performance; 2) does not interfere with system operations or other system users; and 3) does not violate this policy and the accompanying rules, or any other Board policy, procedure or school rules.  “Incidental personal use” is defined as use by an individual employee for occasional personal communications. E. Prohibited Uses Examples of unacceptable uses which are expressly prohibited include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Any use that is illegal or which violates other Board policies, procedures or school rules, including harassing, discriminatory or threatening communications and behavior; violations of copyright laws, etc.  The school unit assumes no responsibility for illegal activities of employees while using school computers. 2. Any use involving materials that are obscene, pornographic, sexually explicit or sexually suggestive. 3. Any inappropriate communications with students or minors. 4. Any use for private financial gain, or commercial, advertising or solicitation purposes except interactions/exchanges within the staff. 5. Any use as a forum for communicating by e-mail or any other medium with other school users or outside parties to solicit, proselytize, advocate or communicate the views of an individual or non-school sponsored organization; to solicit membership in or support of any non-school sponsored organization; or to raise funds for any non-school sponsored purpose, whether profit or not-for-profit.  No employee shall knowingly provide school e-mail addresses to outside parties whose intent is to communicate with school employees, students and/or their families for non-school purposes. Employees who are uncertain as to whether particular activities are acceptable should seek further guidance from the building principal or other appropriate administrator. 6. Any communication that represents an employee’s personal views as those of the school unit or that could be misinterpreted as such. 7. Downloading or loading software or applications without permission from the system administrator. Unauthorized copying of software is illegal and may subject the copier to substantial civil and criminal penalties. The school unit assumes no responsibility for illegal software copying by employees. 8. Sending mass emails to school users or outside parties for school or non-school purposes without the permission of the Technology Director or building administrator. 9. Any malicious use or disruption of the school unit’s computers, networks and Internet services; any breach of security features; or misuse of computer passwords or accounts (the employee’s or those of other users). 10. Any misuse or damage to the school unit’s computer equipment, including opening or forwarding e-mail attachments (executable files) from unknown sources and/or that may contain viruses. 11. Any attempt to access unauthorized sites, or any attempt to disable or circumvent the school unit’s filtering/blocking technology. 12. Failing to report a breach of computer security to the system administrator. 13. Using school computers, networks and Internet services after such access has been denied or revoked. 14. Any attempt to delete, erase or otherwise conceal any information stored on a school computer that violates these rules or other Board policies or school rules, or refusing to return computer equipment issued to the employee upon request. F. No Expectation of Privacy M.S.A.D.#60 computers remain under the control, custody and supervision of the school unit at all times. The school unit reserves the right to monitor all computer and Internet activity by employees and other system users.  Employees have no expectation of privacy in their use of school computers, including e-mail, stored files and Internet access logs. G. Disclosure of Confidential Information Employees are expected to use appropriate judgment and caution in communications concerning students and staff to ensure that personally identifiable information remains confidential. H. Employee/Volunteer Responsibility to Supervise Student Computer Use Employees and volunteers who use school computers with students for instructional purposes have a duty of care to supervise such use.  Teachers, staff members and volunteers are expected to be familiar with the school unit’s policies and rules concerning student computer and Internet use and to enforce them. When, in the course of their duties, employees or volunteers become aware of a student violation, they are expected to stop the activity and inform the building principal. I.  Compensation for Losses, Costs and/or Damages The employee is responsible for compensating the school unit for any losses, costs or damages incurred by the school unit for violations of Board policies and school rules while the employee is using school unit computers, including the cost of investigating such violations. The school unit assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized charges or costs incurred by an employee while using school unit computers. J. Additional Rules for Use of Privately-Owned Computers by Employee 1. An employee who wishes to use a privately-owned computer in school must complete an Employee Request to Use Privately-Owned Computer Form (JCSA-R1).  The form must be signed by the employee, the school principal or supervisor and the Technology Director. There must be a legitimate work-related basis for any request. 2. The Technology Director will determine whether an employee’s privately-owned computer meets the school unit’s network requirements. 3. Requests may be denied if it is determined that there is not a suitable work-related reason for the request and/or if the demands on the school unit’s network or staff would be unreasonable. 4. The employee is responsible for proper care of his/her privately-owned computer, including any costs of repair, replacement or any modifications needed to use the computer at school. 5. The school unit is not responsible for damage, loss or theft of any privately-owned computer. 6. Employees are required to comply with all Board policies, administrative procedures and school rules while using privately-owned computers at school. 7. Employees have no expectation of privacy in their use of a privately-owned computer while it is being used at school. 8. The school unit may confiscate any privately-owned computer used by an employee in school without authorization as required by these rules.  The contents of the computer may be searched in accordance with applicable laws and policies. Cross Reference: GCSA – Employee Computer and Internet Use JCSA-R1 Employee Request to Use Privately Owned Computer Form Adopted: February 14, 2008 Revised: November 16, 2017

NEPN/NSBA CODE: GCSA EMPLOYEE COMPUTER AND INTERNET USE M.S.A.D.#60’s computers, networks and Internet access are provided to support the educational mission of the schools and to enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students and school staff. This policy and the accompanying rules also apply to computers issued directly to staff, whether in use at school or off school premises. Employees are allowed to use privately-owned computers at school with prior authorization, provided that they comply with this policy and the accompanying rules. School unit computers, network and Internet services are provided for purposes related to school programs and operations, and performance of their job responsibilities.  Incidental personal use of school computers is permitted as long as such use: 1) does not interfere with the employee’s job responsibilities and performance; 2) does not interfere with system operations or other system users; and 3) does not violate this policy and the accompanying rules, or any other Board policy, procedure or school rules.  “Incidental personal use” is defined as use by an individual employee for occasional personal communications. Compliance with the school unit’s policies and rules concerning computer use is mandatory.  An employee who violates this policy and/or any rules governing use of the school unit’s computers shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.  Illegal uses of the school unit’s computers will also result in referral to law enforcement. M.S.A.D.#60 computers remain under the control, custody and supervision of the school unit at all times.The school unit reserves the right to monitor all computer and Internet activity by employees. Employees have no expectation of privacy in their use of school computers. Employees shall be informed of this policy and the accompanying rules through handbooks, the school website, computer start-up page and/or other means selected by the Superintendent. The Superintendent is responsible for implementing this policy and the accompanying rules.  Additional administrative procedures or school rules governing the day-to-day management and operations of the school unit’s computer system may be implemented, consistent with Board policies and rules. The Superintendent may delegate specific responsibilities to the Technology Director and others as he/she deems appropriate. Cross Reference: GCSA-R – Employee Computer and Internet Use Rules IJNDB – Student Computer and Internet Use EGAD – Copyright Compliance Adopted: February 14, 2008 November 16, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GCOC EVALUATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF The Superintendent shall implement and supervise an evaluation system for all administrative personnel.  A report shall be made to the Board annually on the performance of all administrators (i.e. MDOE Administrator Performance Report), with recommendations regarding their employment and/or salary status. Formal evaluations shall be made at least once a year.  They shall be conducted according to the following guidelines: A. Evaluative criteria shall be in written form and made permanently available to the  administrator; B. Evaluations shall be made by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or immediate supervisor; C. Results of the evaluations shall be put in writing and shall be discussed with the administrator; D. The administrator being evaluated will have the right to attach a memorandum to the written evaluation; and E. Results of all evaluations shall be kept in confidential personnel files maintained at the Superintendent’s office. In keeping with the Board’s goal of employing the best qualified staff to provide quality education for all students, all administrators are expected to participate fully in the evaluation process, self-appraisal and continuous improvement of professional skills. While supervision and evaluation policies and procedures are not negotiable in collective bargaining, the Superintendent is to seek appropriate involvement of administrators in the development and periodic review of the supervision and evaluation program, according to MRSA 20-A Chap. 180. Legal Reference: MRSA 20-A §§ 1055, 13802 \ Chap. 180 Performance Evaluation and Professional Growth Systems. Adopted: January 7, 1988 Revised: February 1, 2001 Revised: October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GCOA SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION OF PROFESSIONAL STAFF A well-planned and systematic program of supervision and evaluation of performance tied to educational outcomes is vital to the ongoing improvement of the instructional program. It is incumbent upon the Board of Directors to ensure that sufficient administrative time and energy are expended to supervise (observe and assist) and evaluate (measure and assess) teachers.  The evaluation program shall address all aspects of teaching performance and recognize that the fulfillment of student needs is of primary importance. The Superintendent shall be responsible for development, implementation and periodic review of a comprehensive program of supervision and evaluation. The program shall provide for minimum standards for the number and frequency of formal performance reviews, with the understanding that probationary teachers require closer support and more frequent performance reviews. A. Evaluative criteria shall be in written form and made permanently available to the teacher; B. Evaluations shall be made by an immediate supervisor, administrator or consultant; C. Results of the evaluations shall be put in writing and shall be discussed with the teacher; D. The teacher being evaluated shall have the right to attach a memorandum to the written evaluation; and E. Results of all evaluations shall be kept in confidential personnel files maintained at the Superintendent’s office. In keeping with the Board’s goal of employing the best qualified staff to provide quality education for all students, all teachers are expected to participate fully in the evaluation process, self-appraisal and continuous improvement of professional skills. While supervision and evaluation policies and procedures are not negotiable in collective bargaining, the Superintendent is to seek appropriate involvement of staff in the development and periodic review of the supervision and evaluation program, according to MRSA 20-A Chap. 180. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §§ 1055, 13802 Chap. 180, Performance Evaluation and Professional Growth Systems. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: February 1, 2001 Revised: October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GCI PROFESSIONAL STAFF DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES All employees are responsible for continuing to improve their qualifications and professional development.The Board recognizes the importance of developing, maintaining, and extending the skills of staff members and encourages employees to engage in programs and activities that will lead to their professional growth and increased competence. The Superintendent is authorized to initiate programs and activities which are designed to serve the following purposes: A. To provide a structure through which staff members can stay abreast of new developments in their areas of specialty; B. To familiarize staff members with new research and innovative teaching methods; C. To assist staff members in the process of change and school improvement; and D. To facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of new programs. Within budgetary limitations, visitations and attendance at conferences may be approved by the Superintendent in accordance with Board policy. Legal Reference: Chap. 125.23 B (5)(m) (Maine Dept. of Ed. Rule) Adopted: February 1, 2001 Revised: October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GCFB-R RECRUITING AND HIRING OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE These procedures implement School Board policy GCFB and are designed to establish a thorough, efficient and nondiscriminatory practice for the recruiting and hiring of the most qualified candidates for administrative positions. A. Job Description Development/Review To ensure that a written job description of the vacant position accurately represents the current functions and needs, the Superintendent/designee (the Board in a Superintendent search) is to: 1. Conduct a review of (if none exists, develop) the job description, with input from  persons affected by the position; 2. Include the criteria (skills, knowledge, abilities) required to perform the duties/responsibilities of the position; and 3. List the minimum qualifications (training, education and experience) for the position. B. Recruitment To attract a strong pool of qualified candidates, the Superintendent/designee is to advertise (except in the circumstances described in K below) by: 1. Posting notice of the vacancy within the RSU and/or; 2. Placing a display advertisement in appropriate media (electronic/newspaper), considering at least one appearance in a major Maine distribution area; and 3. Identifying and notifying other possible sources of potential candidates, such as professional associations, educational administration programs and placement offices at colleges and universities in Maine and other states, and the Maine Department of Education. C. Screening To ensure that a fair and efficient screening process will occur, the Superintendent/designee is to: 1. Ensure that all applications are reviewed by more than one individual, with attention given to an unbiased regard for the criteria and qualifications in the job description; 2. Appoint a screening panel with representation as deemed appropriate to the particular vacancy; 3. Provide orientation on confidentiality and equity issues to screeners; 4. Eliminate all candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications; 5. Conduct preliminary reference checks, as appropriate 6.Select candidates for interview based on the degree to which they meet the criteria and demonstrate the skills, knowledge and abilities outlined in the job description; and 7. Notify applicants not selected for interview. D.    Interviewing To ensure that the interview process will be conducted in a legal and proper manner, the Superintendent/designee is to: 1. Appoint an interview panel (may be the same persons who serve the screening function) with representation as deemed appropriate to the particular vacancy; 2. Provide orientation on the process including the function and extent of responsibility of the panel, the weighting of criteria and the nomination/hiring procedure; and 3. Conduct training to ensure that panel members are aware of the legal aspects of interviewing, including confidentiality and equity issues. The interviewing panel is to: 1. Design interview questions which match the criteria and the duties/responsibilities outlined in the job description; and 2. Provide equal opportunity for the candidates to respond to the same questions/questioners. E. Selection The interview panel is to: 1. Individually assess the candidates according to their answers to the job description- related questions, rating and commenting on each using a specially prepared form corresponding to the questions/criteria; and 2. Submit a report to the Superintendent, including the individual rating forms as well as a list (usually 2 to 4) of candidates to be considered further for the position. The Superintendent/designee is to: 1. Have reference contacts made, as appropriate, to check perceived strengths and weaknesses of the candidates; 2. Review the material on the finalist candidates to determine whether additional information is needed; 3. Conduct final interviews of any or all finalists, as deemed necessary; 4. Select the most qualified candidate who fits the criteria and the duties/responsibilities outlined in the job description, based on his/her own professional judgement along with those of the interview panel (or, reject all finalists, reopen the position and begin the process anew); and 5. Have any further reference checks made, as appropriate. F. Nomination for Employment The Superintendent is to: 1. Notify and obtain agreement of the successful candidate, pending Board approval; 2. Inform the interview panel; and 3. Nominate and employ the successful candidate in accordance with state law and local policies. G. Notification The Superintendent/designee may: 1. Notify the nominee of the Board approval and employ the administrator; and 2. Notify the other candidates interviewed. H. Orientation and Support To ensure that the new administrator is provided with the proper information about the system and job expectations, the Superintendent/designee is to provide an orientation that includes expectations of the duties/responsibilities of the position along with the policies and procedures of the local school unit. I. Record Keeping To ensure that the confidentiality of employee and applicant records are properly maintained, the Superintendent is to provide for the maintenance in secure files of all applications and documentation of the hiring, screening and interviewing process for a period of three (3) years. J. Confidentiality To ensure that confidentiality is maintained throughout and permanently following the hiring process, the Board, all employees involved, and any other participants are to maintain absolute confidentiality about candidates, including names, in accordance with state law (20-A MRSA § 6101). The Board is to assume responsibility through the Superintendent for providing adequate orientation at appropriate stages of the process, including at the completion. K. Hiring of Current Employees The school unit may forego one or more of the steps set forth in sections B-E of this procedure and appoint a person who is currently employed by the unit to fill an administrative position only if the Superintendent, after consultation with the School Board, or the Board in a Superintendent search, determines that the following circumstances exist: 1. The currently employed candidate is exceptionally well qualified for the position; and 2. The decision to forego all or part of the recruitment and screening process will not detract from the goals of this policy. Adopted: February 1, 2001 Revised: November 10, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GCFB RECRUITING AND HIRING OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF In response to An Act to Promote Equality of Opportunity for Women in Administrative Positions in the Public School System (PL 1990, Chap. 889), the Board affirms its commitment to the strict prohibition of discrimination in employment on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability, and to the principle of affirmative action to obtain wide and representative candidate pools. In accordance with 20-A MRSA, § 1001.13, the Superintendent shall prepare a procedure designed to ensure nondiscriminatory practice in recruitment and hiring for all positions requiring administrator certification, as well as to result in selection of the most qualified candidates.  This procedure shall be attached hereto as GCFB-R, and shall be reviewed periodically. Moreover, upon each occasion of administrative vacancy, the Superintendent shall review the procedure and make appropriate adaptations as may be warranted by special circumstances.  In the case of a vacancy in the Superintendency, the Board shall review the procedure, adapting as appropriate. In accordance with 20-A MRSA, § 4502.4-A, the unit’s Affirmative Action Plan shall include:  a description of the status of the unit’s nondiscriminatory administrator hiring practice; plans for in-service training programs on gender equity for teachers, administrators and the Board of Directors; and the relationship of the above to the State’s five-year goal for the employment of women in administrative positions. MSAD #60 Affirmative Action Plan Legal Reference: 5 MRSA § 4576 20-A MRSA §§ 256.1, 1001.13, 4502.4A, 13011.6, 13019-A.1D, 13019-B.1C Cross Reference: AC - Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action GCFB-R – Recruiting and Hiring of Administrative Staff Administrative Procedure Adopted: February 1, 2001 Revised: October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GBO FAMILY CARE LEAVE This policy governs employee leave under 26 M.R.S.A. Subsection 636, ("An Act to Care for Families"), referred to in this policy as the "Family Care Act."  Leave under this policy is referred to as "Family Care Leave". The Board recognizes that under Maine's "Family Care Act", if an employer provides paid leave under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement or employment policy, the employer must allow an employee to use the paid leave for the care of an immediate family member who is ill. In law and for the purpose of this policy, the following definitions apply: 1. "Employer" means a public or private employer with 25 or more employees. 2. "Immediate family member" means an employee's child, spouse or parent. 3. "Paid leave" means time away from work by an employee for which the employee receives compensation.  Paid leave is limited to sick time, vacation time, compensatory time and leave that is provided as an aggregate amount for use at the discretion of the employee for any of these purposes.  Paid leave does not include paid short-term or long-term disability, catastrophic leave or similar types of benefits. Employees may take up to 40 hours of paid leave as Family Care Leave per 12 month period, or the amount provided by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, whichever is greater. The 12-month period shall be the same for all employees and shall be the 12 month period consistent with the 12-month period identified for the school unit's administration of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). An employee is not entitled to use paid leave until that leave has been earned. a. An employee may elect which type of paid leave and the amount of each type of paid leave to use for Family Care Leave. b. Any employee electing to take Family Care Leave must apply such leave against available paid sick leave and if sick leave is exhausted, against vacation leave until all paid leave available has been exhausted, except as otherwise provided in applicable collective bargaining agreements. Notice/verification of illness for Family Care Leave shall be the same as that required for the employee's own illness.  The employee must specify that leave is being taken pursuant to the Family Care Act. APPLICATION OF FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE REQUIREMENTS For purpose of applying family medical leave requirements (i.e., FMLA), the school unit shall treat leave under the Family Care Act in the same manner as the employer treats leave for an employee illness. Therefore, Family Care Act leave and FMLA leave shall run concurrently. Legal Reference: 26 M.R.S.A.§ 636 Adopted: September 22, 2005 Revised: October 19, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GBEB STAFF CONDUCT WITH STUDENTS The M.S.A.D. #60 Board of Directors expects all staff members, including teachers, coaches, counselors, administrators and others, to maintain the highest professional, moral and ethical standards in their conduct with students.  For the purposes of this policy, staff members also include school volunteers. The interactions and relationships between staff members and students should be based upon mutual respect and trust; an understanding of the appropriate boundaries between adults and students in an educational setting; and consistent with the educational mission of the schools. The district recognizes that MSAD #60 staff may have appropriate and healthy personal relationships with students and other staff that exist outside of and that are separate from relationships that develop at work.  Staff are expected to maintain clear and discrete boundaries between work-related and personal relationships. The following guidelines are expected to be followed by all staff in order to ensure that all work-related relationships are appropriate and professional. Possible Violations Examples of unacceptable conduct by staff members that are expressly prohibited include but are not limited to the following: * Any type of sexual or inappropriate physical contact with students or any other conduct that might be considered harassment under the board's policy on Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students; * For non-guidance/counseling staff, encouraging students to confide their personal or family problems and/or relationships.  If a student initiates such discussions, staff members are expected to be supportive but to refer the student to appropriate guidance/counseling staff.  In either case, staff involvement should be limited to a direct connection to the student's school performance. * Sexual banter, allusions, jokes or innuendos with students; * Asking a student to keep a secret; * Disclosing personal, sexual, family, employment concerns, or other private matters to one or more students; * Addressing students with terms of endearment, pet names or otherwise in an overly familiar manner; and * Permitting students to address you by your first name, nickname or otherwise in an overly familiar manner during school hours. Before engaging in the following activities, staff members are expected to be sensitive to the appearance of impropriety in their conduct with students and use discretion when: * Being alone with individual students out of public view; * Inviting or allowing students to visit the staff member's home; * Visiting a student's home, unless on official school business; * Maintaining personal contact with a student outside of school by telephone, computer (such as e-mail, Instant Messenger social networking sites like Facebook and My Space), or letters (beyond homework or other legitimate school business); * Exchanging personal gifts (beyond the customary student-teacher gifts); and/or * Socializing or spending time with students (including but not limited to activities such as going out for meals or movies, shopping, traveling, and recreational activities) outside of school-sponsored events except as participants in organized community activities. Staff members are expected to be sensitive to the appearance of impropriety in their conduct with students.  Staff members are encouraged to discuss issues with their building administrator or supervisor whenever they are unsure whether particular conduct may constitute a violation of this policy. Reporting Violations Students and/or their parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to notify the principal (or other appropriate administrator) if they believe a teacher or other staff member may be engaging in conduct that violates this policy. Staff members are required to notify promptly the appropriate building administrator or superintendent if they become aware of a situation that may constitute a violation of this policy. Disciplinary Action Staff violations of this policy shall result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.  Violations involving sexual or other abuse will also result in referral to the Department of Health and Human Services and/or law enforcement in accordance with board's policy. Policy to the Included in Handbooks This policy shall be included in all employee, student and volunteer handbooks. Cross Reference:  ACAA - Harassment and Sexual Harassment of Students JLF-Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Adopted: April 10, 2008 Revised: October 19, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  GBAA NEPOTISM POLICY Nepotism Employment It shall be the policy of MSAD 60 Board not to employ as school unit staff any person who is a member of the immediate family of a Board member or of the Superintendent. Immediate family of Board members or the Superintendent who are employed by the school unit on the date of adoption of this policy are not affected by this paragraph. By Maine law (20-A M.R.S.A. § 1002(2)), a Board member’s spouse is precluded from employment under any circumstances in any public school within the jurisdiction of the Board to which the member is elected. Supervision and Evaluation No person shall be employed in or assigned to a position that is within the administrative supervision of a member of his/her immediate family, nor in a position in which he/she is supervised or evaluated, in whole or in part, by a member of his/her immediate family. Exceptions In extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an exception to the prohibitions on the employment of immediate family so long as the candidate is qualified for the position to which he/she has applied, the hiring is in the best interest of the school system and its students, and the candidate is not the spouse of a Board member. Definitions For the purpose of this policy: A. “Immediate family” means spouse, brother, sister, parent, step-parent, child, step-child, or any person who lives in the same household. B. “Administrative supervision” refers to the authority of a person in the position of principal or higher. Legal Reference: 20-A M.R.S.A. § 1002 Cross Reference: BCB - Board Member Conflict of Interest Adopted: October 8, 1990 Revised: February 1, 2001 Revised: October 19, 2017

NEPN/NSBA CODE:  EHB SCHOOL RECORDS RETENTION POLICY Proper retention of school records is essential to conduct the business of the schools, to protect the legal interests of the schools, students and employees, and to comply with state law and regulations concerning document retention.  It is also important for purposes of efficiency and management of physical and digital storage resources that unneeded records be disposed of on a timely basis. The Board will comply with all applicable laws and rules concerning the routine retention, storage and disposal of records, as well as its preservation obligation when litigation is threatened or pending.  The Superintendent is responsible for implementing this policy and for developing appropriate administrative procedures and guidelines for managing school department records consistent with the applicable laws and rules.  The Superintendent may delegate specific responsibilities to administrators or other school staff as he/she deems appropriate. Employees shall be informed of this policy and the accompanying procedures/guidelines through a means determined by the Superintendent and are expected to comply with them. Legal Reference: 5 M.R.S.A.§ 91 et. Seq. Maine State Archives Rules Chapter 10 (Rules for Disposition of Local Government Records. Maine Department of Education Rule Chapter 125 (Basic School Approval Rules) Cross Reference: JRA – Student Education Records and Information GCSA – Employee Computer and Internet Use Adopted: January 13, 2011

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EFE COMPETITIVE FOOD SALES-SALES OF FOODS IN COMPETITION WITH THE SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM MSAD #60 supports good nutrition as part of a school environment that contributes to student health and encourages positive food choices and eating habits. The Board believes that nutrition influences a student's ability to take full advantage of the school system's educational program and is, therefore, related to student achievement. The Board also recognizes that proceeds from the sale of foods and beverages outside of the School Lunch Program ("competitive foods") are a significant source of funds for student activities that MSAD #60 might not otherwise be able to provide. The Board has adopted this policy to govern the sale of foods and beverages on school property. RESTRICTION ON SALE OF COMPETITIVE FOODS Maine Department of Education Rule Chapter 51 mandates that any food or beverage sold at any time on school property of a school participating in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs shall be a planned part of the total food service program (1) of the school and shall include only those items which contribute both to the nutritional needs of children and the development of desirable food habits, and shall not include foods of minimum nutritional value as defined in applicable federal guidelines (2), except as provided for by school board policy in certain circumstances. 1.  According to DOE Rule Chapter 51(1)(b), the "Total Food Service Program" includes the federal Milk Program as defined in 7 C.F.R. subsection 215; the federal Breakfast Program, which means the federal program under which a breakfast that meets the nutritional requirements set forth in 7 C.R.F. subsection 220 is offered; the National School Lunch Program (including the After School Snack), which means the federal program under which the school operates a nonprofit lunch program that meets the requirements of 7 C.F.R. subsection; or any combination of these programs. 2.  "Foods of minimal nutritional value" as defined in 7 C.F.R. subsection 210.11 means: (a) In the case of artificially sweetened foods, a food which provides less than 5 percent of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for each of the eight specified nutrients pre serving; (b) in the case of all other foods, a food which provides less than 5 percent of the RDI for each of the eight specified nutrients per 100 calories and less than 5 percent for the RDI for each of eight specified nutrients per serving. The eight nutrients to be assessed for this purpose are: protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, niacin, riboflavin, thiamin, calcium, and iron. This definition is applicable to foods that are part of the total food service program of the school, and foods and beverages sold at food sales, school stores, and in vending machines. A list of "Categories of Foods Minimal Nutritional Value" is in Appendix B to 7 C.R.F. Part 20 (National School Lunch Program). As allowed by Rule Chapter 51, the Board permits the sale of food and beverages outside the total food program to: 1. School Staff 2. Attendees at school-sponsored events held on school property 3. The public at community events held on school property in accordance with the Board's facilities use policy. 4. In State-approved instructional Career and Technical (CTE) Programs if consistent with the requirement that these programs not include foods of minimal nutritional value as defined in applicable federal regulations. FUNDS FROM SALES OF COMPETITIVE FOODS Funds from all food and beverage sales made at any time on school property shall accrue to the benefit of the school's non-profit school food service program, except that funds raised through authorized sales outside the total food service program shall accrue to other sponsoring schools or approved student organizations in accordance with applicable policies, cash-management procedures and administrative directories. Legal Reference: CH 51 (Dept. of Educ. Rule) (Child Nutrition Programs in Public Schools and Institutions) Cross Reference: KF- Community Use of Facilities Adopted September 22, 2005 Revised: May 15, 2014

NEPN/ NSBA Code: EEBB-R USE OF PRIVATE VEHICLES ON SCHOOL BUSINESS- Procedures These procedures apply to personally owned vehicles driven by employees on behalf of the School District . No student is permitted to operate a private owned vehicle on behalf of the District. A. The following procedures have been established to encourage safe operation of vehicles, and to clarify insurance issues relating to drivers and the School District . All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle registration, and provide a copy of each to the School District. Motor Vehicle Records may be checked prior to approving any request. Driving privileges will be suspended or terminated if the record indicates an unacceptable number of accidents or violations. The employee’s supervisor must be notified of any change in license status or driving record. B. When operating a personal vehicle for School District  business: Permission for such use must be approved by the Superintendent of Schools in writing and in advance. The request for such use must include the Request Form provided with these regulations. For any students being transported, the Parent/Guardian Permission Form- (EEBB- R2) provided with these regulations must be completed in advance, with copies to be carried with the driver and placed on file in the Principal’s office. The driver’s Personal Auto Liability insurance is the primary payer. The School District’s insurance is in excess of that coverage. The driver must carry, at a minimum, the following insurance limits: a) Liability $50,000/ $100,000 b) Property Damage $25,000 c) Medical Coverage $2,000 Evidence of current insurance coverage is to be provided to the School District  in advance of the trip, by a copy of the driver’s insurance policy declaration page or a Certificate of Insurance. The School District  is not responsible for any physical damage to the vehicle. The driver must carry collision and comprehensive coverage. For employees, mileage and tolls will be reimbursable upon returning to work. C.  In the event of an accident, the driver is expected to: a) Contact police department b) Comply with public safety personnel instructions c) Take necessary steps to protect his/her own life and the lives of others d) Not assume or admit fault. Others will determine liability and negligence after thorough investigation. e) Report the accident to the School District  as soon as possible. Legal Reference: Title 29-A, Chap 13, Section 1605 Cross Reference: EEBB-R – Use of Private Vehicles on School Business Administrative Regulation EEBB-R1- Employee Request to Transport students by Personal Vehicle EEBB- R2- Parent/ Guardian Permission for Students to be transported by Personal Vehicle Adopted: January 12, 2017

NEPN/ NSBA Code:  EEBB Student Transportation in Private Vehicles Since school buses are one of the safest forms of transportation, they should be used to transport students to and from all school sponsored events to the maximum extent possible.  However, the Board recognizes that it is sometimes impossible or impractical to provide school bus transportation and therefore authorizes the use of privately owned vehicles to transport students when, in the opinion of the building principal and with the written approval of the Superintendent of Schools, or his/her designee, it is the most practical or only method of transportation available. The Superintendent will establish procedures to ensure that any private vehicle used to transport students is in good working order and that the driver has a valid driver’s license and insurance coverage that meets or exceeds all requirements of the law.  Specifically: 1. Private vehicle shall be defined as a privately owned vehicle designed to carry a driver and a maximum of nine passengers, have a current and valid registration, have operable seat belts for all passengers, and have a current state safety inspection for the state in which it is registered. 2. Driver shall be defined as a school employee who is at least 21 years old, holds a valid U.S. driver’s license, and has no outstanding driving violations or a history of violations. 3.The driver agrees to hold the School District, its Board of Directors and employees harmless from any claims, suits, or causes of action arising from any accident or incident occurring during or as a result of transporting the student(s). 4.The driver shall be the owner/operator of the vehicle and meet the following minimum State of Maine insurance requirements: ·  Liability:  $50,000/$100,000 ·  Property Damage: $25,000 ·  Medical Coverage: $2,000 5. Parents may not transport their own children to or from school sponsored events outside the District but may not transport other student(s).  Exceptions may be granted on a case by case basis with approval of the building principal or his/her designee. 6.In case of emergency, real and imminent danger to persons or property, students may be transported in private vehicles without complying with the above provisions. Legal Reference: Title 29-A, Chap 13, Section 1605 Cross Reference: EEBB-R – Use of Private Vehicles on School Business Administrative Regulation EEBB- R2- Parent/ Guardian Permission for Students to be Transported by Personal Vehicle Policy Adopted:         March 12, 1987 Policy Amended:       October 19, 2000 Policy Amended:       January 12, 2017

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EEAG MAINE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT #60 BUS IDLING POLICY MSAD #60, in an effort to reduce exposure time for students to exhaust fumes and diesel particulates, has implemented the following procedures. The intent of this policy is to restrict the idling of buses for extended periods in proximity to school buildings. A.  Loading 1. All buses are prohibited from idling while loading students at any school. 2. Lights will be activated without the engine running. 3. Driver's will not start engines until all buses are loaded and doors are closed. B.  Unloading 1. Buses may leave engine running when unloading at school. C.  Warm/Pre-Trip 1. Buses will be allowed to idle fifteen (15) minutes in the bus yard or at the home location to accommodate warm up and pre-trip. 2. If temperatures call for a need to defrost, thirty (30) minutes will be allowed. D.  Exceptions 1. Buses will be allowed to idle at schools when the temperature falls below 20 degrees and/or the windows need defrosting. E.  Field Trips, Vocational School and Athletic Bus Runs 1. Buses will follow the same policy for Loading, Unloading and Warm Up/Pre Trip with the same Exceptions allowed, unless posted otherwise. 2. While waiting during these bus runs, if temperature warrants bus idling, the driver will make every effort to move the bus away from school/building and students/residents whenever possible. Adopted: January 5, 2006 Revised: February 27, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EEAF SPECIAL USE OF SCHOOL BUSES a. Requests for rental buses by organizations will be submitted to the Transportation Director. b. Either party may cancel approved requests within 24 hours of date of rental.  Cancellations made by the group or organization after the 24 hour deadline will be charged any driver costs or vehicle costs incurred. Fees will be based upon driver wages, fuel cost and overhead. c. Any damages caused by individuals riding the bus shall be incurred by the renter.  This shall include the cost of cleaning the bus. d. Only drivers employed by MSAD #60 who are properly licensed by the State of Maine will be allowed to operate a district vehicle. e. Groups renting our buses will need to show proof of adequate insurance. Adopted: January 7, 1988 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: March 1, 2007 Revised: February 27, 2014

EEBB-R1 EMPLOYEE REQUEST TO TRANSPORT STUDENTS BY PERSONAL VEHICLE- Form The following information must be provided to the Superintendent of Schools prior to approval being granted for employees to transport students by personal vehicle: 1. Employee making request: ______________________________________________ 2. Proposed driver, if other than employee:____________________________________ 3. Date(s) of requested travel:______________________________________________ 4. Destination:__________________________________________________________ 5. Reason for Trip:_______________________________________________________ 6. Proposed Itinerary, with approximate times of travel:  _______________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ 7. Vehicle to be driven: Make/Model: Year: ________________________________ 8. Insurance Provider: _________________________________________________ 9. Policy Number:____________________________________________________ You must provide with this request: _____ One copy of the proposed driver’s current license. _____ One copy of the Declaration page or Certificate of Insurance from the driver's insurance provider, showing appropriate levels of current coverage. _____ One copy of vehicle registration _____ A list of all students to be transported. By signing this document, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the Employee Vehicle Use Procedures (EEBB-R) and will comply with all items noted therein. _______________________________           ________________________ Employee’s Signature                                                           Date

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EEAEAA DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING OF SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS In accordance with the federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991, in addition to other pertinent state and federal laws promulgated to effectuate a drug and alcohol free workplace, the Board of Directors is committed to an alcohol and controlled substance testing program for school bus drivers, in addition to any other employees who drive vehicles to transport eight (8) or more passengers, including the driver. The purpose of the testing program shall be to help prevent accidents, injuries and deaths resulting from the misuse of alcohol and controlled substances by drivers performing safety-sensitive functions. The Superintendent shall be responsible for the implementation of an alcohol and drug testing program consistent with federal regulations and may, from time to time as he/she may deem necessary, revise administrative procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with federal/state mandates. Legal References: 49 CFR Part 382 26 MRSA §681(8)(B); 685(2); 689 Adopted: December 21, 1995 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: March 6, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EEA STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES The Board will provide transportation for all students living beyond a reasonable distance from their school or from a scheduled bus stop as the board has determined.  This distance is defined as one-half of a mile. Distance shall be measured by the shortest public road from the residence to the bus stop or school door.  In cases questioned, distance will be measured and established by the Superintendent. BUS STOPS: a. Bus stops will be designated for groups of students living near each other.  Students in grades 6-12 will not be required to walk more than .5 tenths of a mile along a bus route to a bus stop. b. Students in grades 1-5 will not be required to walk more than .3 tenths of a mile along a bus route to a bus stop. c. Kindergarten students will be picked up along the bus route at the closest point to their home. d. Authorized bus stops will be located so as to load and unload students with the most safety allowed by road conditions.  The distance between stops may vary according to safety factors. If possible, students will be loaded and unloaded so that it is not necessary for them to cross a main highway to reach their homes. e. Buses will be provided by the district to accommodate after school activities as approved by the Superintendent.  The routes will not replicate normal runs, but rather provide service to designated stops within each town. Late buses may not accommodate the needs of all students.  It will be the responsibility of the parents or childcare provider to arrange transportation for students who need a stop outside the late bus route. f. Bus stops will be determined each year  by the Transportation Director after consulting with the driver. Requests for exceptions to routine bus stops may be made in writing to the Transportation Director. The Transportation Director (or designee) will review the request and provide a written decision within 10 days of receipt of request.  Appeals to the MSAD #60 Superintendent on the Transportation Director’s decision can be made by submitting a written request within 10 days of receiving the Transportation Director's decision. All decisions rendered by the Transportation Director shall remain in effect unless changed by the Superintendent. The decision made by the Superintendent shall be final. g. It is the responsibility of the parent or caregiver to have the student at the bus stop five minutes prior to the scheduled arrival of the bus. h. A caregiver is defined as a person/persons providing care to children other than their own that will require transportation to and/or from school. EXCEPTIONS: Exceptions to the above distance shall be made for the following reasons only: a. Health Exceptions to established walking distances may be made for students with disabilities as required by their IEP. Exceptions may also be made to accommodate a student’s need for transportation with written documentation from the student’s physician. b. Kindergarten Students No kindergarten student will be left "unattended" at a bus stop. "Unattended" is defined as "not in the custody of a parent, guardian or older sibling."  In cases where the student would be "unattended" the bus driver will keep the student on the bus and request further instruction from the Transportation Director or his/her designee. c. Hazardous Walking Conditions Hazardous walking conditions shall be defined as those which would place a child of a given age in a situation of greater than normal or average danger.  Age shall be considered in making this decision. Safety, not sidewalks, will be the determining factor. The Transportation Director will decide when transportation will be provided under the hazardous walking conditions provision. ASSIGNMENT OF BUSES: a. In order to properly assign students and avoid unnecessary overcrowding on the buses, it will be the responsibility of the caregiver (i.e. daycare provider), prior to the start of each school year, to provide a list in writing, of all students who will require transportation to and/or from school to the Transportation Director. A routine bus route will be established for each student. The Transportation Office shall be notified of any and all changes. b. Each student riding a school bus shall always ride from the designated bus stop to school and from school to the designated bus stop.  Deviations from the routine will only occur for emergency purposes. (See examples on Bus Route link on district website) c. For scheduled early release days and events which may lead to any early dismissal, parents must have provisions for daycare already in place. d. Bus drivers shall not permit any person, other than a pupil, teacher, school administrator, mechanic, police officer or emergency personnel to enter or ride the bus without consent of the Transportation Director. PASSENGER SAFETY: a. MSAD #60 will make every effort to accommodate the needs of students, however over-sized object such as, large instruments, large school projects, skateboards, skis, etc. will only be allowed when, in the judgment of the driver, there is sufficient space to transport them safely. Large objects in the laps of students or in the aisles can lead to the possibility of student injury from the objects becoming airborne or causing the passive restraint system to not function as designed. b. Student use of personal and district-owned electronic devices is at the discretion of the driver. c. The use of cameras, including camera phones, is strictly prohibited on the bus. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 5401 Cross Reference: JICC – Student Conduct on School Buses Adopted: November 21, 2002 Revised: March 1, 2007 Revised; March 13, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES MANAGEMENT The school unit shall provide transportation services for elementary and secondary students in accordance with Board policies and applicable laws.  The major priorities of the school unit’s transportation program are to provide safe, comfortable transportation for students in the most efficient and economical manner feasible. BUS ROUTES: a. Bus routes will be limited to State and accepted town roads, which are properly maintained and approved for safe bus travel by the Transportation Director.  All roads must have a suitable turnaround. LIMITATION OF ACCESS: a. MSAD #60 buses shall not enter any public or private way that is determined to be unsafe for bus passage or does not provide adequate turnaround facilities. b. The road shall be capable of allowing two vehicles to pass each other safely under all weather conditions with a minimum of a 15 foot wide traveled way. c. The road must be continuously maintained and failure to maintain the road which causes more than normal abuse of vehicles will result in suspension of services until the road is restored to a drivable condition in the judgment of school officials. REMOTE LOCATION: If a student resides in a location removed from and inaccessible to schools or a public highway, the student's parents shall be responsible for providing transportation to a public highway or responsible for paying board for the student to be within walking distance of a school. Failure of a parent to provide transportation or board shall be considered a violation of the truancy law. (Title 20 Chapter 215) Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 5401 Chapter 215 Cross Reference: EEA – Student Transportation Services EEAEA – Student Transportation Employee Requirements, Training and Responsibilities Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: March 1, 2007 Revised: January 30, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  ED MATERIAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Proper management of the school unit’s materials, supplies and equipment—both instructional and non-instructional—is the general responsibility of the Superintendent. The Superintendent may delegate particular resource management duties as he/she deems appropriate. The Superintendent shall establish procedures as necessary for the proper control of materials, supplies and equipment.  Controls shall include an inventory system, maintenance records and records of materials/equipment assigned to students or staff members for personal use.  Staff and students are expected to exhibit reasonable care for school property issued for their use. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: January 30, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  ECE TRAFFIC AND PARKING CONTROLS Driving and parking on school property are privileges granted by the Board of Directors to persons who have reasons to be in the schools or on school property. The Superintendent/designee, in cooperation with local public safety officials, shall develop a plan to accommodate the flow of traffic on school roadways and appropriate traffic regulations. The Superintendent/designee is responsible for assigning parking areas for staff, students and visitors to the schools and for developing appropriate parking regulations. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: January 30, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  ECB PEST MANAGEMENT IN SCHOOL FACILITIES AND ON SCHOOL GROUNDS The Board recognizes that structural and landscape pests can pose significant problems for people and school unit property, but that use of some pesticides may raise concerns among parents, students and staff.  It is therefore the policy of MSAD #60 to incorporate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and procedures for the control of structural and landscape pests. A copy of this policy shall be kept in every school and made available upon request to staff, parents, students and the public. IPM is a systematic approach to pest management that combines a variety of methods for managing pests including monitoring; improved horticultural, sanitation and food storage practices; pest exclusion and removal; biological control; and pesticides. For the purpose of this policy, "pests" are populations of living organisms (animals, plants or microorganisms) that interfere with use of school facilities and grounds. "Pesticide" is defined as any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling or mitigating any pests and any substance or mixture of substances intended for use as a plant regulator, defoliant or desiccant. The objective of the school unit's IPM program is to provide effective pest control while minimizing pesticide use. The goals of the IPM program include managing pests to reduce any potential hazards to human health; preventing loss or damage to school structures or property; preventing pests from spreading beyond the site of infestation to other school property; and enhancing the quality of life for students, staff and others. The Superintendent and/or designee shall develop and implement a Pest Management Plan consistent with the following IPM principles and procedures: A.  Appointment of an IPM Coordinator The Superintendent/designee will appoint an IPM Coordinator for the school unit.  The IPM Coordinator will be the primary contact for pest control matters and will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the IPM plan, including making pest control decisions. The IPM Coordinator will consult with the building principal and/or Superintendent before a decision is made to do a pesticide application for which notice is required and before providing notification of the planned application. The IPM Coordinator's responsibilities may include: 1. Recording and monitoring data and pest sightings by school staff and students; 2. Coordinating pest management with pest control contractors; 3. Recording and ensuring that maintenance and sanitation recommendations are carried out where feasible; 4. Ensuring that any pesticide use is done according to the school unit's Pest Management Plan and Chapter 27 Me. Dept. of Agriculture Board of Pesticides Control Rules ("Standards for Pesticide Applications and Public Notification in Schools"); 5. Making the school system's pest management policy available in every school building; 6. Having available for parents and staff a copy of the Maine regulation pertaining to pesticide applications in schools (Chapter 27 Me. Dept. of Agriculture Board of Pesticides Control "Standards for Pesticide Applications and Pesticide Notification in Maine Schools") and a record of prior pesticide applications and information about the pesticide used. 7. Initiating and coordinating notification of parents and staff of pesticide applications according to the school unit's notification procedure and posting notification signs as appropriate; and 8. Recording all pesticides used by either a professional applicator or school staff and maintaining other pest control data. B. Identification of Specific Pest Thresholds Routine inspection and accurate information of pests are needed to recognize potential problems and determine when action should be taken. Action thresholds for specific sites will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the IPM Coordinator in consultation with the building principal and/or Superintendent, and if necessary, with the advice of a professional pest control expert. As pest management objectives will differ from site to site (e.g.: maintaining healthy turf and specific playing surfaces on athletic fields, carpenter ant control in buildings, or maintenance of ornamental plants), differences should be considered before setting an action threshold. C. Pesticide Applicators Any person that applies pesticides in school buildings or on school grounds, including school personnel, must process a Maine pesticide applicators license and should be trained in the principles and practices of IPM.  All pesticide use must be approved by the school unit's IPM Coordinator. Applicators must follow state regulations and label precautions and must comply with the IPM policy and pest management plan. D. Selection, Use and Storage of Pesticides Pesticides should be used only when needed. Non-chemical pest management methods will be implemented whenever possible to provide the desired control. The choice of using a pesticide will be based on a review of other available options (sanitation, exclusion, mechanical means, trapping, biological control) and a determination that these options have not worked or are not feasible.  When it has been determined that a pesticide must be used to achieve pest management goals, the least hazardous effective pesticide should be selected. Application should be conducted in a manner that, to the extent practicable should be selected. Application should be conducted in a manner that, to the extent practicable using currently available technology, minimizes human risk. Decisions concerning the particular pesticide to be used and the timing of pesticide application should take into consideration the use of the buildings or grounds to be treated. Pesticide purchases should be limited to the amount expected to be used for a specific application or during the year. Pesticides will be stored and disposed of in accordance with label directions and state and federal regulations. Pesticides must be stored in an appropriate, secured location not accessible to students or unauthorized personnel. E. Notification of Students, Staff and Parents of Use of Pesticides A notice will be provided to staff, students and parents within the first two weeks of the school year briefly explaining the school unit's IPM/pesticide use policy including provisions for notification to parents and staff of specific planned pesticide applications in school buildings or on school grounds. When required by regulations, the school will notify staff, students and parents/guardians at least five days in advance of planned pesticide treatments in the school or on school grounds, including playgrounds and playing fields. When required by regulations, signs will be posted at each point of access to the treated area and in a common area of the school at least two working days prior to the application and for at least 48 hours following the application in accordance with applicable Maine Board of Pesticides Control regulations. F. Recordkeeping When a pesticide has been used, record pertaining to the application including labels and material safety data sheets will be maintained at the school site for two years following application. Records are to be completed on the day the pesticide is applied. Pest surveillance records should be maintained to verify the need for pesticide treatments. Legal Reference: 7 MRSA §601-625 22 MRSA §1471 - 1 -1471 -X Ch. 27 Me. Dept. of Agriculture Board of Pesticide Control Rules (Standards for Pesticide Application and Public Notification in Schools) Cross Reference: EBAA - Chemical Hazards Adopted: October 16, 2003 Amended: January 30, 2014

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EBCC BOMB THREATS The Board recognizes that bomb threats are a significant concern to M.S.A.D. #60. Whether real and carried out or intended as a prank or for some other purpose, a bomb threat represents a potential danger to the safety and welfare of students and staff and to the integrity of school property.  Bomb threats disrupt the instructional program and learning environment and also place significant demands on school financial resources and public safety services. These effects occur even when such threats prove to be false. Any bomb threat will be regarded as an extremely serious matter and be treated accordingly.  The Board directs the Superintendent to react promptly and appropriately to information concerning bomb threats and to initiate or recommend suitable disciplinary action. A. Conduct Prohibited No person shall make, or communicate by any means, whether verbal or non-verbal, a threat that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises.  Because of the potential for evacuation of the schools and other disruption of school operations, placement of a bomb or of a “look-alike” bomb on school premises will be considered a threat for the purpose of this policy. B. Definitions 1. A “bomb” means an explosive, incendiary or poison gas bomb, grenade, rocket, missile, mine, “Molotov cocktail” or other destructive device. 2. A “look-alike bomb” means any apparatus or object that conveys the appearance of a bomb or other destructive device. 3. A “bomb threat” is the communication, by any means, whether verbal or nonverbal, that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises, including possession or placement of a bomb or look-alike bomb on school premises. 4. “School premises” means any school property and any location where any school activities may take place. C. Development of Bomb Threat Procedures The Superintendent/designee shall be responsible for developing and implementing procedures specific to bomb threats as part of M.S.A.D. #60’s Crisis Response Plan.  These procedures are intended to inform administrators and staff of appropriate protocols to follow in the event that a bomb threat is received and should include provisions to address: 1. Threat assessment (for the purpose of identifying a response that is in proportion to the threat, in light of what is necessary to ensure safety); 2. Building evacuation and reentry (including selection of potential alternative sites for those who are evacuated); 3. Incident “command and control” (who is in charge, and when); 4. Communications contacts and mandatory bomb threat reporting; 5. Parent notification process; 6. Training for staff members; and 7. Support services for students and staff. The initial bomb threat procedure will be subject to approval by the Board. The Superintendent/designee will be responsible for overseeing a review or evaluation of bomb threat procedures prior to the Board’s required annual approval of the school unit’s Crisis Response Plan, or following implementation of the procedure in response to a specific threat. D. Reporting of Bomb Threats A student who learns of a bomb threat, the intention of a bomb threat, or the existence of a bomb on school premises must immediately report such information to the building principal, teacher, the School Resource Officer or other employee in a position of authority. An employee of M.S.A.D. #60 who learns of a bomb threat, or the intention to make a bomb threat, shall immediately inform the building administrator.  The building administrator shall immediately take appropriate steps to protect the safety of students and staff in accordance with the school unit’s bomb threat procedure, as developed under Section C, and inform the Superintendent of the threat. All bomb threats shall be reported immediately to the local law enforcement authority, as provided in the bomb threat procedures. The Superintendent shall be responsible for reporting any bomb threat to the Department of Education within two business days of the incident.  Reports will include the name of the school, the date and time of the threat, the medium used to communicate the threat, and whether or not the perpetrators have been apprehended. E.  Student Disciplinary Consequences Making a bomb threat is a crime under Maine law.  Any student suspected of making, intending to make or participating in a bomb threat shall be reported to law enforcement authorities for investigation and possible prosecution. Apart from any penalty imposed by law, and without regard to the existence or status of criminal charges, a student who makes a bomb threat shall be subject to disciplinary action by the school. The administration may suspend and/or recommend for expulsion any student who violates this policy.  Such violation will be considered deliberately disobedient and deliberately disorderly within the meaning of 20-A M.R.S.A. subsection 1001(9) and will be grounds for expulsion if found necessary for the peace and usefulness of the school. In addition, a student who is found after hearing by the Board to have brought a bomb to school, shall be expelled from school for at least one year in accordance with 20-A M.R.S.A. §1001(9-A) and Policy JICIA, except that the Superintendent may modify the requirement for expulsion based on individual circumstances. A student who has been identified through the IEP process as having a disability and whose conduct in violation of this policy is related to the disability shall be disciplined as provided in Policy JKF. F. Aiding Other Students in Making Bomb Threats A student who knowingly encourages, causes, aids or assists another student in making or communicating a bomb threat shall be subject to the disciplinary consequences described in Section E of this Policy. G. Failure to Report a Bomb Threat A student who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb or other destructive device in a school building or on school property may be subject to disciplinary consequences, which may include suspension and/or expulsion. H. Staff Disciplinary Consequences An M.S.A.D. #60 employee who makes or communicates a bomb threat will be reported to appropriate law enforcement authorities and will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Disciplinary action taken shall be consistent with collective bargaining agreements, other employment agreements and Board policies. An M.S.A.D. #60 employee who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb on school premises will be subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. I. Civil Liability M.S.A.D. #60 reserves the right to bring suit against any individual responsible for a violation of this policy and to seek restitution and other damages as permitted by law. J. Lost Instructional Time Instructional time lost as a result of a bomb threat will be rescheduled at the earliest appropriate (or practicable) opportunity, as determined by the Board. Time lost may be rescheduled on a weekend or vacation day, or after what would normally be the last day of the school year, except on days when schools must be closed as required by law. K. Notification Through Student Handbooks All student handbooks shall address M.S.A.D. #60’s bomb threat policy and procedures and explain the educational consequences of bomb threats.  In addition, student handbooks shall notify students and parents that bomb threats violate board policy and civil and criminal law. Legal References: 18 U.S.C. §921; 8921 17-A M.R.S.A. § 210 20-A M.R.S.A.§ 263; 1001(9); 1001(9-A); 1001(17); 1001(18) Cross References: EBCA – Crisis Response Plan JKD - Suspension of Students JKE – Expulsion of Students JKF – Suspension/Expulsion of Students with Disabilities JICIA – Weapons, Violence and School Safety Adopted: September 22, 2005 Revised: December 5, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  EBCA CRISIS RESPONSE PLAN The School Board hereby adopts the MSAD #60 Crisis Response Plan. The Superintendent and building administrators shall be responsible for ensuring that the plan is implemented in each school and evaluated annually.  It is understood that specific procedures may vary from school to school due to differences in school facilities and the ages of students. Any substantive changes in the plan shall be subject to the approval of the Superintendent. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: November 7, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DN SCHOOL PROPERTIES DISPOSITION The Superintendent is authorized to determine, through procedures he/she develops, when personal property (supplies, materials, equipment), as distinguished from real property, is obsolete or no longer of use to the school unit and to declare it surplus. The Board is to be informed of any property declared surplus by the Superintendent prior to its disposal. Procedures for disposal of all surplus personal property shall be in accordance with the following: A. All member municipalities are to be informed in writing of property declared surplus and are to have first option to purchase.  The charges for municipal purchases shall be determined by the Superintendent after consultation with the Board. B. Surplus property, including books, to be offered for sale shall be disposed of by sealed bid, public auction, or public sale.  Public notice of any sale of surplus property shall be given at least one week in advance of an auction, sale or opening of sealed bids. C. Library books, textbooks and instructional materials are to be disposed of by a means most likely to offer promise of continuing educational benefit, first to citizens of the school unit, then to others. D. Any surplus property which is offered for sale and is not sold may be disposed of in a manner deemed advisable by the superintendent, including donation to non-profit agencies. E. Any property determined to be worthless, or for any reason is considered to be inappropriate for sale, shall be disposed of in a manner the Superintendent deems appropriate after so informing the Board, with recycling as a priority where feasible. F. Any school unit identification that has been applied to the surplus property shall be removed or, if not possible to remove, be further identified to indicate the intended disposition and surplus nature (i.e., “SOLD BY”, “SURPLUS”). All revenues which result from the sale of surplus property shall be credited as miscellaneous income except in any instance where law requires that it be credited to a specific account. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §7 Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013 Revised: June 18, 2015

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DJH PURCHASING AND CONTRACTING: PROCUREMENT STAFF CODE OF CONDUCT Conflict of Interest All employees of MSAD #60 shall perform their duties in a manner free from conflict of interest to ensure that the school unit’s business transactions are made in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and in a manner that maintains public confidence in the schools. No employee of MSAD #60 shall participate in the selection, award or administration of a contract supported by federal funds or in any other transaction in which the school unit is a party if he/she has a real or apparent conflict of interest in the transaction. A conflict of interest would arise when the employee or any member of his/her immediate family, his/her (business) partner, or an organization that employs or is about to employ any of these parties has a financial or other interest in the firm selected for the award. For the purpose of this policy, “immediate family” is defined as spouse, brother, sister, parent, son or daughter. Conflict of Interest Disclosure All employees with real or apparent conflicts of interest as defined above must disclose the conflict of interest to the Superintendent who will investigate the circumstances of the proposed transaction.  The Superintendent will exercise due diligence in investigating the circumstances of the transaction and, if necessary, will make reasonable efforts to find alternatives to the proposed transaction or arrangement that would not give rise to a conflict of interest.  If the Superintendent determines that the proposed transaction is in the best interest of MSAD #60 and is fair and reasonable, he/she may proceed with the transaction. In the event that the Superintendent may have a conflict of interest, an ad hoc subcommittee of the Board will investigate and make a determination regarding the transaction. Staff Gifts and Solicitations MSAD #60 employees are prohibited from accepting money or things of material value from persons or entities doing business with, or desiring to do business with, the school unit.  Employees may accept unsolicited items of nominal value such as those that are generally distributed by a company or organization through its public relations program. Employees of MSAD #60 who violate this code of conduct may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination of employment and, if appropriate, referral to law enforcement. Dispute Resolutions A bidder or respondent to a request for a proposal (RFP) may protest a procurement or contract award if he/she believes that it was made in a manner inconsistent with Board policy, specifications, or law or regulations.  A protest must be submitted to the Superintendent in writing within five business days after receipt of notification of the award being made, with all documents supporting the protest. The Superintendent shall review the protest and supporting documents and render a decision in writing within 20 business days of receipt of the protest. The Superintendent may also convene a meeting with the bidder or respondent to attempt to resolve the problem. If the bidder or respondent is not satisfied with the Superintendent’s decision, he/she may appeal to the Board.  The Superintendent will provide reasonable notice to the bidder or respondent of the time for the Board’s consideration of the protest. The Board’s decision shall be final. Legal Reference:   34 CFR 74.40-74.48; 80.36 (Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) Commissioner’s Administrative Letter No. 6, June 18, 2006 (Fiscal Compliance) Cross Reference:  BCB - Board Member Conflict of Interest DJ - Bidding/Purchasing Requirements GBI - Staff Gifts and Solicitations KCD - Public Gifts/Donations to the Schools Revised:   October 13, 2016

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DGA AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES The Superintendent shall be authorized to sign all school unit checks. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DFA REVENUES FROM INVESTMENT The Superintendent shall have authority to invest district funds. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:   October 19, 2000 Revised:  June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DBG BUDGET ADOPTION PROCESS Adoption of the annual budget is to be accomplished prior to June 30 for the fiscal year beginning July 1.  The Superintendent shall be responsible for developing a complete calendar of budget process deadlines. The budget shall include, in addition to operating expenses and expected income for the ensuing year, the sums required for meeting bonds falling due, interest on the bonds and on other obligations, rentals and other fixed charges.  These proposals shall be thoroughly explained and voters shall be given an opportunity to be heard. Only those amounts pertaining to operating expenses, reserve or contingency funds, or capital outlay expenditures shall be subject to change by the voters. Legal Reference:  20-A MRSA §§ 1304 et seq., 15617 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DB ANNUAL BUDGET The Board recognizes that financial resources and the proper management of same are fundamental to the support of school programs and operations.  With this in mind, the Board will develop and present an annual operating budget as directed by applicable laws. The annual budget will be for a 12-month period covering the fiscal year July 1 through June 30. The Board shall designate the Superintendent as its budget officer, but he/she may delegate portions of such responsibility as appropriate.  The three general areas of responsibility of the budget officer are budget preparation, budget presentation and budget administration. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §1301 20-A MRSA § 15617 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  DA FISCAL MANAGEMENT GOALS/PRIORITY OBJECTIVES The Board recognizes that money and money management comprise the foundational support of the whole school program.  To make that support as effective as possible the Board intends: A. To encourage advance planning through the best possible budget procedures; B. To explore all practical and legal sources of dollar income; C. To guide the expenditure of funds so as to achieve the greatest educational returns; D. To require maximum efficiency in accounting and reporting procedures; and E. To maintain a level of per student expenditure needed to provide high quality education. As trustee of local, state and federal funds allocated for use in education, the Board has the responsibility to protect the funds and to use them wisely. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 20, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  CB SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT A primary function of the Board of Directors is to select a Superintendent of Schools.  To select a Superintendent, a majority vote of all members of the Board shall be required.  The Board may award a contract of up to five years in accordance with the laws of the State of Maine. The Superintendent shall be executive officer of the Board.  In addition, under Maine statutes he/she shall serve as secretary ex officio to the Board.  He/she shall attend all meetings and have the right to speak on all subjects, but shall have no vote. The Superintendent shall administer and supervise the public educational system of the town.  He/she shall have discretionary authority, subject to later approval by the Board, to act upon all emergency matters and those as to which his/her power and duties are not specifically set forth or limited. The Superintendent shall devote his/her entire working time to the duties of the position.  He/she may, without violation of the provisions of this section, perform educational functions outside the town with the approval of the Commissioner of Education and the Board. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA § 1001, 1053 Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 6, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  CA ADMINISTRATIVE GOALS The administration of the schools is responsible, within the guidelines established by Board policy, for directing the school programs and supporting staff and students to meet the school unit’s educational goals. The Board shall rely on its chief executive officer, the Superintendent, to provide the professional leadership for the administration. Administrative organization is designed with all schools as part of a single school unit subject to Board policies implemented through the Superintendent.  All administrators are expected to administer their school or area of responsibility in accordance with Board policy and administrative procedures. However, the mere execution of directives is not construed as effective administration.  Vision, initiative, resourcefulness, leadership, and consideration and concern for staff members, students and parents are essential to effective administration of the schools. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: June 6, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BGF SUSPENSION OF POLICY In the event of unusual circumstances, any section or sections of Board policies, including its own operating procedures, may be suspended by a majority vote of Board members present at any regular or special meeting.  This does not apply to any section of a Board policy which is established by law, regulation or contract. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised:          May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BG-R POLICY ADOPTION PROCEDURE The following procedure shall be used to adopt, review, revise or delete Board policies: A. Individual Board members, the Superintendent, and other school staff and interested parties should submit policy suggestions and concerns to the Superintendent. B. The Board and Superintendent shall review and research each suggestion in accordance with Board policies and prepare draft policies as appropriate.  Under normal circumstances, policies will be considered in a two-reading process. C. At an appropriate stage in the process, the Board shall contact the representative teacher organization to meet and consult regarding any proposed new or changed educational policy. To the fullest extent practical, the Board shall also discuss the proposal with other groups affected by the policy. D. A new policy, revision, or deletion of a policy shall be placed on the agenda of a regular Board meeting (first reading).  Board members shall receive the policy and recommendations in advance of the meeting date. Discussion may take place on the substance of the policy.  Any changes to the policy agreed to by consensus or formally adopted amendment shall be made prior to the second reading. E. At the next regular meeting, the policy shall be placed on the agenda for second reading and action. Amendments may be introduced and acted upon. If the main motion does not pass by a majority vote of the full Board, the process for that policy is ended unless further consideration of the policy is tabled to a specific date. F. Immediately upon approval, policies/revisions/deletions shall be disseminated.  Policies deleted and changed shall be recalled. The Superintendent/designee shall ensure that all policy manuals are kept up-to-date. Legal Reference: 26 MRSA § 965.1,C Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BG BOARD POLICY PROCESS The Board of Directors considers policy development its chief function. It is the intent of the Board to develop written policies to serve as the framework for the successful and efficient functioning of the school unit. The Board accepts the definition of policy set forth by the National School Boards Association: School Board policies are statements that set forth the purposes and prescribe in general terms the organization and program of a school system. They create a framework within which the Superintendent and the staff can discharge their assigned duties with positive direction. They tell what is wanted. They may also indicate why and how much. Policies should define clearly the goals and objectives of the school system, allow for the flexibility that is vital in day-to-day operations, reflect the board’s vision, define roles and responsibilities (who is supposed to do what), and include measurable outcomes. It is the Board’s intention that its policies serve as sources of information and guidance and direction for people who are interested in or connected with the schools.  All updated policies will be posted on the district website and the complete policy manual shall be available for public inspection at the Superintendent’s Office during regular business hours. The policies of the school unit are framed and are meant to be interpreted in terms of federal and state statutes, rules of the State Board of Education and Department of Education and other regulatory agencies within the local, county, state and federal government.  The policies are also framed and are meant to be interpreted in terms of those educational objectives, procedures and practices which are broadly accepted by leaders and authorities in the public education field. Changes in needs, conditions, purposes and objectives will require revisions, deletions and additions to the policies of the current Board and those of the future.  The Board will welcome suggestions for ongoing policy development. The development of draft policies shall be the responsibility of the Superintendent. Action on Board policy proposals will be taken by the Board. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 16, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDG MINUTES The Superintendent, in his/her function as Board Secretary, shall ensure that accurate records are kept of all meetings of the Board. Minutes of all meetings shall be mailed to all Board members, the media and other designated persons with the next regular meeting agenda.  Board minutes are made available for public inspection after Board approval. Legal Reference:  20-A MRSA § 1055 Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDF VOTING METHOD Voting shall be by a show of hands with members indicating “yes”, “no”, or “abstain”.  All members’ votes shall be recorded in the minutes. Any Board member can request a roll call vote whenever they deem an issue warrants it.  The Board will honor such a request. The names of the members shall be called and each member shall respond “yes”, “no”, or “abstain”. Maine public officials are obliged to vote openly; thus, secret ballots are not to be used by the Board of Directors. A motion shall be declared carried upon the affirmative vote of the majority of the members present, unless otherwise required by law or Board policy. Adopted:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  September 5, 2002 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDD RULES OF ORDER Except as otherwise provided by law, by regulations of the Department of Education, or by Board policy, Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised (latest edition available) shall be used to resolve procedural uncertainties. Adopted:  March 12, 1987 Revised:   October 19, 2000 Revised:   May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDC QUORUM Unless otherwise required by law or Board policy, a majority of the full membership of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for purposes of taking action. Legal Reference: 20-A MRSA §1257 Adopted:  October 19, 2000 Revised:  May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDB AGENDA PREPARATION AND DISSEMINATION The Superintendent, in cooperation with the Chairperson, shall prepare an agenda for each meeting.  Board members, school staff and members of the public may submit written requests including e-mail that items be placed on the agenda a minimum of two (2) days prior to the meeting.  The request must include supporting documents and information. The Superintendent and Board Chairperson shall make the final decision regarding placement of items on the agenda. Agendas and supporting information will be mailed to each Board member on the Friday prior to the regular Thursday meeting. Copies of the regular meeting agenda and minutes of the previous meeting are delivered to the Assistant Superintendent and each school.  Copies are mailed to the Board’s student representatives, representatives of each town, union representatives, the local media, and interested parties who have requested same.  Individuals may obtain copies of the agenda at the regular meeting or at the Superintendent’s Office prior to the meeting. Adopted: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 2, 2013

NEPN/NSBA Code:  BEDA NOTIFICATION OF BOARD MEETINGS It shall be the policy of the Board of Directors to announce all meetings publicly.  Except in the event of rare emergencies, such announcement will be made by the Superintendent/ designee in a minimum of three (3) business days to allow public attendance and shall be disseminated in a manner reasonably calculated to notify the general public. Whenever possible, Board members shall receive notice of special or emergency meetings at least 24 hours in advance.  Such notice shall include the date, time, location and purpose of the meeting. The Superintendent/designee shall, whenever practical, notify local representatives of the media by the same or faster means as used to notify Board members. Legal Reference:   1 MRSA § 401 et seq. Adopted: March 12, 1987 Revised: October 19, 2000 Revised: May 2, 2013