Mountain View Whisman School District

Agenda Item for Board Meeting of 10/5/2023

Agenda Category:  CONSENT AGENDA

Agenda Item Title:  Board Policy No. 6115 Ceremonies and Observances

Estimated Time: 

Person Responsible: 

Cathy Baur

Chief Academic Officer

Background: 

Board Policy (BP) 6115 Ceremonies and Observances

Overview:   Board Policy (BP) 6115 is a new policy for MVWSD.  It accompanies the existing Administrative Regulation (AR) 6115.

This policy asserts that the Governing Board recognizes the importance of having students observe holidays, celebrate events of cultural or historical significance, and acknowledge the contributions of outstanding individuals in society.

The policy also ensures that District schools shall be closed on the holidays specified in Education Code 37220 and on any other day designated as a holiday by the Board and authorizes by Board resolution, the display of symbolic flags or banners in support of specific awareness months.