Policy & Governance Committee Meeting - 8/25/26

The Iowa City School Board's Policy & Governance Committee met on August 25, 2026, to review and approve updates to various school district policies. Key discussions focused on amendments to policies related to public records requests, board of director elections, instructional programs, student guidance counseling, technology adoption, open enrollment transfers, employee identity verification, gifted and talented programs, student free speech, and disciplinary procedures for disruptive behavior. The committee reviewed changes reflecting recent state legislation and Iowa Department of Education guidance, including the establishment of building-level oversight committees for managing student removals due to disruptive behavior and updated procedures for students with individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans. While the meeting primarily addressed policy updates, no specific procurement actions, contract awards, or budget allocations were discussed or approved during this session.