October 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM - Policy Committee Meeting

The Duluth Public Schools Policy Committee met on October 1, 2026, to review district policies, primarily for changes aligning them with legislation. The committee discussed Policy 621 on literacy and the Read Act, including a new local literacy-plan reporting requirement beginning in the 2026–27 school year concerning how library media centers support foundational reading skills. Policy 709 on student transportation safety was also reviewed; changes included operating rules and a requirement for first-aid kits to meet national school transportation specifications. Staff reported no concerns with the transportation policy revisions.