 Pittsfield Schools to Reconsider Communication PolicyThe Pittsfield Public Schools will revisit its cell phone and personal communication policies to ensure there are clear expectations. Pittsfield Schools Revisiting Contact Information Policy After Teacher AllegationParents, teachers, and people who represent both roles on Wednesday spoke passionately about allegations that a teacher collected personal information from students. Mount Greylock School Committee OKs Updated Policy on Seclusion, RestraintThe Mount Greylock School Committee recently approved an updated policy on time-outs, seclusion and the physical restraint of students. Pittsfield School Policy Panel Endorses Social Media RegsLast week, the Policy subcommittee sent a revised document to the School Committee that bars teachers and staff from friending students and giving out their private phone numbers. Pittsfield School Committee Stands With LGBTQ-plus StudentsOn Wednesday, the committee adopted a Safe Schools Resolution that declares the Pittsfield Public Schools a safe space for all students regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation and a safe space to explore gender identity and/or sexual orientation. Pittsfield Schools: No 'Friending' StudentsProhibiting staff from friending students on social media aims to maintain professional boundaries and ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone in the schools. |
