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Littleton School CommitteePolicy Review Handbook

Updated: 22 May 2016

IntroductionThis review manual contains the research reference material of the Littleton School district policies. Asa policy is created, revised or reviewed an entry is made to document the history of the policy. Thismaterial will be available for reference to future school committee members and the public.

ContentsIntroduction ..................................................................................................................................................1

Section A: Foundations and Basic Commitments .........................................................................................9AA School District Legal Status .......................................................................................................10AB The People and Their School District ........................................................................................11AC Nondiscrimination.....................................................................................................................12ACA Nondiscrimination on the basis of sex......................................................................................14ACAB Harassment Prevention and Response .....................................................................................15AD Education philosophy................................................................................................................18ADC Use of tobacco products on school property............................................................................19ADDA Background checks....................................................................................................................21ADF Wellness....................................................................................................................................23AE Commitment to accomplishment .............................................................................................24AFC Finance committee appointments............................................................................................25

Section B: School Board Governance and Operations................................................................................26BA School Committee operational goals........................................................................................28BAA Evaluation of school committee operational procedures ........................................................29BB School committee legal status ..................................................................................................30BBA School committee duties and powers ......................................................................................31BBAA School Committee Member Authorities...................................................................................32BBBA School committee member qualifications/Oath of Office........................................................33BBBC School committee member resignation ...................................................................................34BBBE Unexpired Term Fulfillment ......................................................................................................35BCA School committee member conduct/Code of ethics ................................................................36BDA School committee organizational meeting ...............................................................................37BDB School Committee officers........................................................................................................38BDC Appointed committee officials..................................................................................................39BDD School committee-Superintendent relationship ......................................................................40BDE Subcommittees of the School Committee ................................................................................41BDE-E Standing Subcommittees of the School Committee .................................................................42BDF Advisory committees to the School Committee .......................................................................43BDFA School councils..........................................................................................................................44BDG School Attorney/Legal Services.................................................................................................45BE School committee meetings .....................................................................................................46BEA Regular School committee meetings ........................................................................................47BEAA Adjourned meetings..................................................................................................................48BEB Special committee meetings.....................................................................................................49BEC Executive Sessions.....................................................................................................................50BEDA Notification of committee meetings.........................................................................................51BEDB Agenda ......................................................................................................................................52BEDB-E Agenda Statement ....................................................................................................................53BEDD Rules of order............................................................................................................................54BEDF Voting method ..........................................................................................................................55BEDG Minutes .....................................................................................................................................56BEDH Public participation as School Committee meetings ................................................................57BEDI School Committee procedures during summer months ..........................................................58

BEE Special procedures for conducting hearings.............................................................................59BG School Committee policy development....................................................................................60BGB Policy Adoption .........................................................................................................................61BGC Policy revision and review.........................................................................................................62BGD School Committee review of procedures .................................................................................63BGE Policy dissemination .................................................................................................................64BGF Policy suspension ......................................................................................................................65BGG Administration in policy absence..............................................................................................66BHC School Committee/Staff communications................................................................................67BHE Use of electronic messaging by School Committee members..................................................68BIA New School Committee member orientation...........................................................................69BIBA School Committee conferences, conventions and workshops .................................................70BID School Committee member compensation and expenses .......................................................71BIE Indemnification of public officials.............................................................................................72BJ School Committee legislative program.....................................................................................73BK School Committee memberships..............................................................................................74

Section C: General School Administration ..................................................................................................75CA Administration Goals ................................................................................................................76CAA Annual Operational Plan/Objectives.........................................................................................77CBD Superintendent's Contract........................................................................................................78CBI Evaluation of the Superintendent.............................................................................................79CCB Line and staff relations..............................................................................................................80CE Administrative councils, cabinets, and committees .................................................................81CH Policy implementation ..............................................................................................................82CHA Development of Regulations ....................................................................................................83CHB School committee review of regulations ..................................................................................84CHC Regulation Dissemination .........................................................................................................85CHCA Approval of handbooks and directives .....................................................................................86CHCA-E Approval of handbooks and directives .....................................................................................87CHD Administration in policy absence..............................................................................................88CL Administrative Reports .............................................................................................................89

Section D: Fiscal Management....................................................................................................................90DA Fiscal Management Goals .........................................................................................................91DB Annual Budget...........................................................................................................................92DBC Budget Deadlines and Schedules ..............................................................................................93DBD Budget Planning ........................................................................................................................94DBG Budget Adoption Procedures....................................................................................................95DBJ Budget Transfer Authority ........................................................................................................96DD Funding Proposals and Applications .........................................................................................97DGA Authorized Signatures...............................................................................................................98DH Bonded Employees and Officers ...............................................................................................99DI Fiscal Accounting and Reporting.............................................................................................100DIE Audits ......................................................................................................................................101DJ Purchasing...............................................................................................................................102DJA Purchasing Authority...............................................................................................................103DJA-r Requisitions.............................................................................................................................104DJAA Contract Signatures.................................................................................................................105

DJB Petty Cash Accounts................................................................................................................106DJE Bidding Requirements.............................................................................................................107DJEE Local Purchasing......................................................................................................................108DJG Vendor Relations.....................................................................................................................109DK Payment Procedures...............................................................................................................110DKC Expense reimbursement .........................................................................................................111DO Disposal of Book, materials, etc..............................................................................................112

Section E: Personnel .................................................................................................................................113EB Safety Program........................................................................................................................114EBAB Pest Management Policy ........................................................................................................115EBB First Aid ...................................................................................................................................116EBC Emergency Plans .....................................................................................................................117EBCC/EBCC-P Threats of violence....................................................................................................118EBCD Emergency closings .................................................................................................................119EBCD-P Emergency closings ..................................................................................................................120EBH Use of school facilities.............................................................................................................121EC Buildings and ground maintenance ........................................................................................122ECA Buildings and ground security.................................................................................................123ECAC Vandalism................................................................................................................................124ECE Traffic and parking controls ....................................................................................................125ECF Energy management and conversation ..................................................................................126EDC Authorized use of school-owned materials and equipment ..................................................127EEA Student Transportation Services.............................................................................................128EEAA Student Transportation Policy ................................................................................................129EEAA-R Criteria for developing bus routes ..........................................................................................130EEAA-1 Walkers and riders ..................................................................................................................131EEAE School Bus Safety Program .....................................................................................................132EEAEA Bus driver examination and training.......................................................................................133EEAEA-1Drug and alcohol testing .........................................................................................................134EEAG Student transportation in private vehicles .............................................................................135EFC Free and reduced price food service ......................................................................................136

Section F: Facilities Planning and Development .......................................................................................137FA Facilities development goals...................................................................................................138FA-E Facilities development goals...................................................................................................139FB Facilities planning....................................................................................................................140FBF Naming school department facilities ......................................................................................141FCB Retirement of facilities............................................................................................................142

Section G: Personnel .................................................................................................................................143GA Personnel Policies Goals .........................................................................................................144GBA Equal opportunity employment..............................................................................................145GBD School Committee/Staff communications..............................................................................146GBEA Staff Ethics/Conflict of Interest...............................................................................................147GBEB Staff Conduct...........................................................................................................................148GBEBC Gifts and Solicitation by Staff..................................................................................................149GBEC Alcohol/Drug free workplace..................................................................................................150GBGB Staff personal security and safety...........................................................................................151

GBED Tobacco use on school property by staff members................................................................152GBI Staff participation in political activities...................................................................................153GBK Staff complaints and grievances .............................................................................................154GCA Professional staff positions .....................................................................................................155GCBA Professional staff salary guidelines.........................................................................................156GCBC Professional staff stipend positions ........................................................................................157GCCC Professional staff family and medical leave............................................................................158GCCC-R Professional staff family and medical leave............................................................................159GCE Staff recruiting/posting of vacancies ......................................................................................160GCF Staff hiring...............................................................................................................................161GCG Substitute Professional Staff Employment .............................................................................162GCG-E Substitute Professional Staff Employment .............................................................................163GCIA Philosophy of staff development............................................................................................164GCRD Tutoring for pay ......................................................................................................................165GDA Support staff positions............................................................................................................166GDB Support Staff Contracts and Compensation Plans..................................................................167GDBD Support staff Fringe benefits ..................................................................................................168GDCC Support staff family and medical leave ..................................................................................169GDCC-R Support staff family and medical leave ..................................................................................170GDE Support staff recruiting/Posting of vacancies.........................................................................171GDF Support staff hiring .................................................................................................................172GDI Support staff probation ..........................................................................................................173GDJ Support staff assignments and transfers ................................................................................174GDO Evaluation of support staff......................................................................................................175

Section H: Negotiations ............................................................................................................................176HA Negotiations Goals..................................................................................................................177HB Negotiations Legal Status........................................................................................................178HF School Committee Negotiating Agents...................................................................................179

Section I: Instruction .................................................................................................................................180IA Instructional Goals ..................................................................................................................182IB Democratic Principles .............................................................................................................183IC/ICA School Year/School Calendar ..................................................................................................184ID School Day...............................................................................................................................186IGA Curriculum Development........................................................................................................187IGB Learning Support Services Program........................................................................................188IGBE Remedial Instruction...............................................................................................................189IGBH Alternative Programs ..............................................................................................................190IGBK Remedial Instruction...............................................................................................................191IGD Curriculum Adoption...............................................................................................................192IHA Basic Instruction Program.......................................................................................................193IHAA Basic Instruction Program.......................................................................................................194IHAE Physical Education ..................................................................................................................195IHAEB Participation in interscholastic sports.....................................................................................196IHAM Health Education.....................................................................................................................197IHAMA Parental Notification Relative to Sex Education .....................................................................198IHAMB Teaching about drugs, alcohol, and tobacco ..........................................................................199IHB Differentiated instruction, programs and accommodations ..................................................200

IHBA Programs for Students with Disabilities..................................................................................201IHBB Gifted and Talented Education ...............................................................................................202IHBD Compensatory Education........................................................................................................203IHBE Bilingual Instruction ................................................................................................................204IHBEA English Language Learners......................................................................................................205IHBG Home Education (Home Schooling) ........................................................................................206IHBG-E Home Education......................................................................................................................207IHCA Summer schools ......................................................................................................................208IIAC Library resources.....................................................................................................................209IIAE Reconsideration of instructional resources ............................................................................210IJ Instructional Materials............................................................................................................211IJA Reconsideration of instructional resources ............................................................................213IJJ Textbook selection and adoption ...........................................................................................214IJK Supplementary materials selection and adoption..................................................................215IJL Library materials selection and adoption ...............................................................................216IJL-R Library materials selection and adoption ...............................................................................217IJNDB Acceptable Use Policy - Technology .......................................................................................218IJOA Field trips.................................................................................................................................219IJOA-P Field trips.................................................................................................................................220IJOB Community resource persons/speakers .................................................................................221IJOC School volunteers....................................................................................................................222IK Academic achievement...........................................................................................................223IKAB Student progress reports to parents.......................................................................................224IKB Homework...............................................................................................................................225IKE Promotion and retention of students.....................................................................................226IKF Graduation requirements .......................................................................................................227IKFA Granting of a diploma .............................................................................................................228IL Evaluation of instructional programs......................................................................................229IMA Teaching activities/presentations...........................................................................................230IMB Teaching about controversial issues/controversial speakers .................................................231IMD School ceremonies and observances......................................................................................232IMDA Morning exercises...................................................................................................................233IMG Animals in Schools ..................................................................................................................234

Section J: Students ....................................................................................................................................235JA Student policy goals ................................................................................................................237JB Equal Education Opportunities ...............................................................................................239JBCCB Pupil placement K-12 ..............................................................................................................241JCBB Student transfers and grade placement .................................................................................242JEB School entrance age................................................................................................................243JF School admission and residency .............................................................................................244JFABA Residency validation ...............................................................................................................246JFBB School Choice ..........................................................................................................................247JH Student absences and excuses ...............................................................................................248JH-P Absentee Call-in Procedure ....................................................................................................249JHD Exclusions and exemptions from school attendance..............................................................251JI Student rights and responsibilities .........................................................................................253JIB Student involvement in decision-making ...............................................................................254

JIC Student conduct......................................................................................................................255JICA Student dress code .................................................................................................................259JICC Student conduct on school buses ...........................................................................................260JICC-R Student conduct on school buses ...........................................................................................261JICE Student publications ...............................................................................................................262JICFA Prohibition of hazing...............................................................................................................263JICFA-E Hazing......................................................................................................................................264JICFB Bullying Prevention .................................................................................................................265JICG Use of tobacco products on school property..........................................................................267JICH Drug and alcohol use by students...........................................................................................268JICJ Weapons .................................................................................................................................269JIE Pregnant Students...................................................................................................................270JIH Interrogations and Searches ...................................................................................................271JIHB Interrogations and Searches ...................................................................................................273JJD Student fees, fines and charges ..............................................................................................274JJF Student Activity Accounts .......................................................................................................275JJFA Disposition of Student Activity Accounts................................................................................276JJIB Interscholastic Athletics..........................................................................................................277JJIF Concussion and sports injury ..................................................................................................278JKAA Restraint of students in Littleton Public Schools ....................................................................279JLC Student Health Services and Requirements ...........................................................................280JLCD Administering Medicines to Students.....................................................................................281JLCG Restraint of students in Littleton Public Schools ....................................................................282JLCG-P Physical Restraint Procedures.................................................................................................283JLG Homeless students: Enrollment rights and services ...............................................................284JP Student Gifts and Solicitations................................................................................................285JQ Student fees, fines and charges ..............................................................................................286JQA Student fees: Subsidization policy ..........................................................................................287JRA Student Records......................................................................................................................288JRA-P1 Student Records......................................................................................................................289JRA-P2 Student Records......................................................................................................................290JRD Student Photographs ..............................................................................................................291JS Student Health Care Policy .....................................................................................................292JSA Immunization ..........................................................................................................................293JSB Medical Administration Policy ................................................................................................294

Section K: School Community-Home Relations ........................................................................................295KA School-Community relations goal...........................................................................................296KA-P School-Community relations goal...........................................................................................297KBA School/Parent relations goal...................................................................................................298KBE Relations with parent organizations .......................................................................................299KCB Community involvement in decision-making .........................................................................300KCD Public gift and donations to schools .......................................................................................301KDB Public’s right to know..............................................................................................................302KDCB District Web site policy ...........................................................................................................303KDCB-P1 District Web site policy parent permission form ..............................................................304KDCB-r District Web site regulations...................................................................................................305KDD News media relations/News releases.....................................................................................306

KDF Use of e-mail lists ....................................................................................................................307KE Public complaints ....................................................................................................................308KEB Public complaints about school personnel .............................................................................309KEB-R Public complaints about school personnel .............................................................................310KEC Public complaints about curriculum and instructional materials ...........................................311KHA Public solicitations in the schools ...........................................................................................312KHB Advertising in the schools .......................................................................................................313KI Visitors to the schools.............................................................................................................314KJA Relations with booster organizations .....................................................................................315KLG Relations with police authorities ............................................................................................316

Section L: Education Agency Relations .....................................................................................................317LA Education agency relations and goals.....................................................................................318LB Relations with other schools and school districts...................................................................319LDA Student teaching, internships and research partnerships......................................................320

Section A: Foundations and Basic Commitments

Policy Code Description

AA School District Legal StatusAB The People and Their School DistrictAC NondiscriminationACA Nondiscrimination on the Basis of SexACAB Harassment PolicyACE Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap / DisabilityADC Use of Tobacco Products on School PropertyADDA Background ChecksADF Wellness Policy on Physical Activity and NutritionAE Commitment to AccomplishmentAFC Finance Committee Appointments

AA School District Legal Status

Adopted: 27 October 1994Reviewed: 14 October 1999Reviewed: 4 October 2012Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AA School District LegalStatus". During review performed 3 September 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AA School District LegalStatus". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal References: Constitution of Massachusetts, Part II, Chapter V, Section II: Establishes duty of the

government to provide public education. M.G.L. 71:10 Expenses of physically disabled children: Education reimbursement for

towns without a high school.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy as reviewed and current

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy as reviewed and current

AB The People and Their School District

Adopted: 27 October 1994Reviewed: 14 October 1999Reviewed: 4 October 2012Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AB The People and TheirSchool District". During review performed 3 September 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AB The People and TheirSchool District". During review performed 20 September 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

This policy states the basic responsibilities of the school committee and commitment to thecommunity.

During the first reading on 20 September, the committee asked about the phrase in Item 3 "Thecommittee recognizes that ultimate responsibility for public education rests with the state"From the Mass Constitution "Chapter v Section II The Encouragement of Literature: ... it shall bethe duty of legislatures and magistrates, in all future periods of this commonwealth, to cherishthe interests of literature and the sciences, ... public schools and grammar schools in the towns..."

Mass General Law Chapter 69 establishes the Department of Elementary and SecondaryEducation with the intent "..a deliberate process for establishing and achieving specificeducational performance goals for every child, and (4) an effective mechanism for monitoringprogress toward those goals and for holding educators accountable for their achievement..."Section 1J in describing chronically underperforming schools empowers the DESE to appoint areceiver "The commissioner may select the external receiver upon the designation of a school aschronically underperforming. The external receiver may serve as the commissioner’s designee forthe purpose of creating a school’s turnaround plan under subsections"

Chapter 69 establishes the guidelines for local districts and in conjunction with Chapter 71 setsthe requirements local school districts must follow.

While districts execute the education of the students, the authority flows from the legislature tothe DESE to the local school committee.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy as reviewed and current2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy as reviewed and current

AC Nondiscrimination

Adopted: 27 October 1994Revised: 14 October 1999Revised: 26 February 2009Revised: 4 October 2012Revised: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AC Nondiscrimination".During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minor corrections to legalreferences and a change to include "gender identity" as specific criteria of nondiscrimination.This change is required due to changes in Mass general laws, Chapter 199 of the acts of 2011.

Court cases and various regulatory changes continue to modify these acts. The referencesbelow represent basic regulation and may not represent all modifications. The reviewer did notfind specific consolidating legal reference representing the final composition of theseregulations.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy ""AC Nondiscrimination".During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical. Gender identifywas inadvertently missing from one sentence in the Littleton policy

Notes: Title VI, Civil rights act of 1964: Prevents discrimination by government agencies that

receive federal funds Title VII Civil rights act of 1964, as amended by EEO of 1972: prohibits discrimination

against an individual based on particular race, color, religion, sex, or national origin andother criteria.

Executive Order 1246, as amended by EO 11375: established requirements for non-discriminatory practices in hiring and employment on the part of U.S. governmentcontractors. EO 11375 prohibits discrimination based on sex.

Equal Pay Act, as amended by Ed. Amends 1972: prohibits wage discrimination byemployers and labor organizations based solely on sex.

Title IX, Ede Amends of 1972: avoid the use of federal money to support sexdiscrimination in education programs and to provide individual citizens effectiveprotection against those practices.

Rehabilitation Acts of 1973: prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability inprograms conducted by Federal agencies, in programs receiving Federal financialassistance.

Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975: established that Federal programscould not discriminate on the basis of disabilities

Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975: requires all public schoolsaccepting federal funds to provide equal access to education and one free meal a dayfor children with physical and mental disabilities.

M.G.L. 71B:1 Definitions for Children with Special needs M.G.L. 76:5 Non-Discrimination Clause and definitions M.G.L 76:16 Remedies for excluding children from education 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against

students on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, orsexual orientation, and that all students have equal rights of access and equalenjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study at suchschools.

603 CMR 28.00 Ensure that eligible Massachusetts students receive special educationservices designed to develop the student's individual educational potential in the leastrestrictive environment in accordance with applicable state and federal laws

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Correct final sentence to include gender identity

ACA Nondiscrimination on the basis of sex

Adopted: 27 October 1994Revised: 14 October 1999Reviewed: 26 February 2009Revised: 4 October 2012Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "ACA Nondiscriminationon the basis of sex". During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minorcorrections to legal references. This change is required due to changes in Mass general laws,Chapter 199 of the acts of 2011.


2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "ACA Nondiscriminationon the basis of sex". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is nearlyidentical with the local change added during previous review.

Notes: Title IX, Education Amends of 1972: avoid the use of federal money to support sex

discrimination in education programs and to provide individual citizens effectiveprotection against those practices.

45 CFR, Part 86 Prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program oractivity receiving Federal financial assistance

M.G.L. 76:5 Non-Discrimination Clause and definitions M.G.L 76:16 Remedies for excluding children from education 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against


2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL

During the first reading on 20 September, the committee requested the language specifying theSuperintendent as the Title IX officer be re-worded to "Superintendent or Designee" and usethis language consistently. The intent is the policy will not name specify individuals within theadministration and have the Superintendent appoint the appropriately qualified person.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy is current and reviewed.

ACAB Harassment Prevention and Response

Adopted: 28 January 1993Reviewed: 28 October 1999Revised: 12 November2001Reviewed: 26 February 2009Revised: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed 3 September 2012, the Littleton policy is titled"Harassment Prevention and Response", differs significantly from the current MASCrecommendation. The current Littleton policy addresses all forms of harassment per MGL 76:5

The MASC policy is specific toward sexual harassment. In reading relevant and cross referencedlaws and regulations, the reviewer has determined this is a complex legal area with referencesto both discrimination and harassment.

2015 review: During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is titled"Harassment Prevention and Response", differs significantly from the current MASCrecommendation. The current Littleton policy addresses all forms of harassment per MGL 76:5

Legal References: Title VII, Section 703, Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended: Provides for a harassment

free work environment. 45 Federal Regulation 74676 issued by EEO Commission: Further regulations regarding

discrimination and harassment. Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. (Title IX) States "No person in the

United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied thebenefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activityreceiving Federal financial assistance"

Board of Education 603 CMR 26:00: Section 26:07 Charges the School Committee andSuperintendent to promote effective procedures to prevent discrimination andharassment.

MGL 76:5 States "No person shall be excluded from or discriminated against inadmission to a public school of any town, or in obtaining the advantages, privileges andcourses of study of such public school on account of race, color, sex, gender identity,religion, national origin or sexual orientation"

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Do not adopt the MASC model policy. Update theLittleton polity to incorporate proper legal references in, update all categories to include"gender identity'" as recently included by MGL updates. Minor text edits to includeconfidentiality for all harassments complaints, not just sexual harassment.

During the 20 September 2012 meeting, the committee requested the language specifying theSuperintendent as the Title IX officer be re-worded to "Superintendent or Designee" and usethis language consistently. The intent is the policy will not specify individuals within theadministration and have the Superintendent appoint the appropriately qualified person.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy current and reviewed.

ACE Nondiscrimination on the basis of handicap

Adopted: 14 October 1999Reviewed: 26 February 2009Revised: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Nondiscrimination on thebasis of handicap ". During review performed 3 September 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Nondiscrimination on thebasis of handicap ". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy isidentical.

Legal References: Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is

a national law that protects qualified individuals from discrimination based on theirdisability. The Act forbids organizations and employers from excluding or denyingindividuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to receive program benefits andservices.

Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 : Required public schools toprovided equal access to education for children with disabilities. Revised and replacedwith the "Individuals with Disabilities Education Act" in 1990, updated in 2004

M.G.L. 71B:1 et seq. Mass General Law on education of children with special needs. Title II, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 This act prohibits discrimination on the

basis of disability. Board of Education Chapter 766 Regulations, adopted 10/74, as amended through

3/28/78: This appears to be a legacy reference. MGL 71B:1 is current law.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the Littleton policy to the current MASCrecommendation. Change reference of Support services to Superintendent of Designee as theCompliance Coordinator, Update legal references to current legislation.


AD Education philosophy

Proposed: 13 June 2013Adopted: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2013 review: During review of the policies describing educational goals of Littleton, most of thestatements where generic and provided little guidance. The review committee recommendedrescinding the generic statements in IA and replace it with AD Education Philosophy policy.

The intent of this policy is to provide the district guiding philosophy and allow it to "flow" downthrough the system. The policy will be modeled around the district's core values, vision andbeliefs.

6 June First reading: Committee is in favor of such a policy, will delay 2nd reading until afterfurther discussion during committee "summer session"

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Bring policy to full committee

ADC Use of tobacco products on school property

Proposed: August 29, 1991Adopted: September 19, 1991Effective: September 30, 1991Revised: August 12, 1993Reviewed: October 14, 1993Approved: October 14, 1993Effective: October 15, 1993Revised: October 14, 1999Reviewed: October 4, 2012Revised: December 10, 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy similar to the MASC model policy "ADC Smoking on School Premises".During review performed 3 September 2012, the Littleton policy is substantially similar andextends the model policy by specifically listing the penalties for violation of the policy.

2015 review: This policy similar to the MASC model policy "ADC Smoking on School Premises".During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is substantially similar andextends the model policy by specifically listing the penalties for violation of the policy.

LEGAL REFS. MGL 71:37H Prohibits the use of any tobacco products within the school buildings,

the school facilities or on the school grounds or on school buses by any individual,including school personnel.

Town of Littleton Code 224B-4: Littleton Board of Health regulation prohibitingsmoking in Town of Littleton public buildings, including schools.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete. Thepolicy cross references policy GBED which prohibits use of tobacco by staff members on schoolproperty. Policy GBED appears to be redundant with the requirements of this policy.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update language to closer resemble the MASClanguage. Update language to indicate “e-cig” type products are also prohibited. Verifywording is compatible with union contracts, adjust as appropriate.

Change term “tobacco” to “tobacco or electronic cigarettes”

Add definition:

The term “electronic cigarette” means any oral device that provides a vapor ofliquid nicotine, lobelia, and/or other substance, and the use or inhalation of

which simulates smoking. The term shall include any such devices, whether theyare manufactured, distributed, marketed or sold as e-cigarettes, ecigars, e-pipes, or under any other product name or descriptor.

At request of Principals, include language about effects of tobacco andsecondhand smoke. Added opening paragraph adopted from US SurgeonGeneral reports.

ADDA Background checks

Adopted: 14 September 2006Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 5 June 2014Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy was compared to theMASC model policy and it varied significantly in content, the Littleton policy is similar toWestford CORI policy P4120. In review of the on-line material from DESE, the current CORIadvisory is dated 7 May 2007 and does not reflect the 4 May 2012 (effective date) of M.G.L.71:38R

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Background Checks".During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical with oneparagraph under “Adverse decision based on CHRI.” That describes procedure for incompleteinfo, including checking with legal counsel. Giving that the guidance in the section requiresadditional clarification, Littleton will follow guiding law and regulation and not provide thislanguage in policy.

2015 review:

LEGAL REFS.: M.G.L. 6:167-178 Definitions of CORI, etc. M.G.L. 15D:7-8 Department of Early Care requirement for fingerprint & background

checks as part of license requirements M.G.L.71:38R Allows School committee and superintendent access to and able to

obtain CORI information of employees or volunteers to the schools. DESE requirementsto have fingerprint checks for teachers

MGL 151B Laws related to unlawful discrimination, employer definitions andapplicability

MGL 276, §.100A, St.2002, c.385 Law regarding sealed records. P.L. 92-544: Allows Fingerprint and background checks as part of license requirement Title 28 U.S.C. § 534: DoJ regulations on exchange of id records and information Title 28 C.F.R. 20.33(b) DoJ regulations on CORI 603 CMR 51.00 DESE regulations on criminal history checks 803 CMR 2.00 Department of Criminal Justice Information Services regulations on CORI 803 CMR 3.05 DCJIS model CORI policy requirement all policies must incorporate these elements

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: During policy review, Springfield Public Schoolpolicy ADDA was used as a reference model. This version was easier to read and hit all currentregulations.

2014 review: MASC has revised the model policy to include fingerprint requirements foreducation staff and updated various reference and language to be consistent with latest legalrequirements. After review the MASC model will be used as the basis of the Littleton policy.One change has been made to the MASC model to remove the reference to the cost of thefingerprint check, it did not seem necessary to have by policy a reference to the cost of theservice.

2015 review: Indicate policy current and reviewed.

ADF Wellness

Adopted: 8 June 2006Revised: 25 April 2013Reviewed: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: Refer to wellness committee for recommendations, new version to be based onMASC model.

2013 review: Draft complete based on MASC model with some local tailoring for setting functionof Wellness Committee.

2015 review: This policy similar to the MASC model policy "ADF School district wellnessprogram". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is substantiallysimilar.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Ask wellness committee for input. Updated withrecommendations for Social and Emotional well being

AE Commitment to accomplishment

Adopted: 27 October 1994Reviewed: 14 October 1999Rescinded: 4 October 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "AE Commitment toaccomplishment". During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete.

4 Oct 2012 SC Meeting discussion. This policy is not providing any specific direction beyond thenormal expectations of the SC and administration. The committee voted to rescind this policy.

AFC Finance committee appointments

Adopted: 27 May 1993Revised: 14 October 1999Revised: 15 December 2005Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 12 November2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy a local policy on Finance Committee Appointments and specifiesappointment procedures.

Legal refs:Littleton town code 13-1: Establishes the school committee appoints two members to

the finance committee.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete. Clarifyterm of appointment starts the second Monday in May. Town meeting is the first Monday,elections are the following Saturday. This will align appointments with town elections.

2015 review: Include residency requirements of town code and ability for SC to terminateappointment.

Section B: School Board Governance and Operations


BA School Committee Operational GoalsBAA Evaluations of School Committee Operational ProcedureBB School Committee Legal StatusBBA School Committees Powers and DutiesBBAA School Committee Member AuthorityBBBA/BBBB School Committee Member Qualification/ Oath of OfficeBBBC School Committee Member ResignationBBBE Unexpired Term FulfillmentBCA School Committee Member Conduct/Code of EthicsBDA School Committee Organizational MeetingBDB School Committee OfficersBDC Appointed Committee OfficialsBDD School Committee- Superintendent RelationshipBDE Subcommittees of the School CommitteeBDE-E Standing Committees of the School CommitteeBDF Advisory Committees to the School CommitteeBDFA School CouncilsBDG School Attorney/Legal ServicesBE School Committee MeetingsBEA Regular Committee MeetingsBEAA Adjourned MeetingsBEB Special Committee MeetingsBEC Executive Sessions/Open Meetings (also KDB)BEDA Notifications of Committee MeetingsBEDB AgendaBEDB-E1 Agenda StatementBEDD Rules of OrderBEDF Voting MethodBEDG MinutesBEDH Public Participation at Committee MeetingsBEDI School Committee Procedures During Summer MonthsBEE Special Procedures for Conducting HearingsBG School Committee Policy DevelopmentBGB Policy AdoptionBGC Policy Revision and ReviewBGD School Committee Review of Regulations (Also CHB)BGE Policy DisseminationBGF Suspension of PoliciesBGG Administration in Policy AbsenceBHC School Committee- Staff Communications (Also GBD)BHE Use of Electronic Messaging by School Committee Members

BIA New Committee Member OrientationBIBA School Committee Member Conferences, Conventions, and WorkshopsBID School Committee Member Compensation and ExpensesBIE Identifications of Public OfficialsBJ School Committee Legislative ProgramBK School Committee Memberships

BA School Committee operational goals

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BA School Committeeoperational goals ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy is identical.The policy outlines the committee goals, however, does not specify much beyond the expectedand stated requirements of a School Committee.

Item 2 specifies the SC will specify every position, review with superintendent and fullcommittee this statement. Creation and need of the positions is a function of thesuperintendent, the SC affects control via the budget and evaluation of the superintendent notthought management of individual job descriptions

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Policy was inadvertently omitted from 2013approval packet. Recommend updated wording.

BAA Evaluation of school committee operational procedures

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescind: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BAA Evaluation of schoolcommittee operational procedures ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littletonpolicy is identical. The policy outlines the committee intentions of performing ongoing self-evaluation of committee performance.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: into BA, rescind BAA

BB School committee legal status

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BB School committeelegal status ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy is virtually identical.The Littleton policy contains an excerpt from MGL 41:1.

Legal refs:M.G.L. 41:1 Specifies the election of the School CommitteeM.G.L. 71:37 Establishes the School Committee authoritiesLittleton 1944 STM Establishes the size of the Littleton SC at 5 members

In reviewing the cross references of the Littleton STM documentation was not readily available.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete; delete the quotefrom the MGL to use the MASC language.

BBA School committee duties and powers

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BBA School committeeduties and powers ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal refs:M.G.L. 71:37 Establishes the School Committee authorities

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete

BBAA School Committee Member Authorities

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BBAA School CommitteeMember Authorities ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy isidentical.


BBBA School committee member qualifications/Oath of Office

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BBBA School committeeduties and powers ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy is identical.The Littleton policy contains a reference to a repealed Mass General Law 39:23B and outdatedusage of Mass non-discrimination policy

Legal refs:M.G.L. 30A:20 Requirement to submit certificate of Open Meeting Law education

M.G.L. 41:1 Establishes the elected School Committee, note this law does notcontain a residency requirement

M.G.L. 41:107 Requirement to take oath of office

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Verify authority of SC to establish by policy theresidency requirement of its members. MGL 41:109 Residency requirements contains thephrase “that if an appointed town or district officer is required to become a resident within aperiod of time specified at the time of his appointment by the board or officer making theappointment” Implies somewhere authority is granted to establish residency requirements.

Rescind, provides no requirements beyond compliance with MGL.

BBBC School committee member resignation

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BBBC School committeemember resignation ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy isidentical. The policy is no definition beyond the legal requirements.

Legal refs:M.G.L. 41:2 Establishes the procedures for establishing a new board or changing the

number of members, does not discuss resignation

M.G.L. 41:109 Resignation procedures, residency requirement and resignation ifofficer moves out of town.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy as it is notspecifying requirements beyond MGL requirements. Rescind

BBBE Unexpired Term Fulfillment

Adopted: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BBBE Unexpired TermFulfillment ". During review performed 6 October 2013, the Littleton policy is identical. Thepolicy is no definition beyond the legal requirements.

Legal refs:M.G.L. 41:11 Specifies procedure for fulfilling terms when a board vacancy occurs

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy as it is notspecifying requirements beyond MGL requirements. Rescind

BCA School committee member conduct/Code of ethics

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BCA School committeemember conduct/Code of ethics ". During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littletonpolicy is identical.


BDA School committee organizational meeting


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDA School committeeorganizational meeting ". During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy issimilar. The Littleton policy has the Superintendent officiate the election of the new chairman.


BDB School Committee officers


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDA School committeeorganizational meeting ". During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy issimilar. The Littleton policy uses the term Secretary vs. Clerk.

Legal refs: MGL 71:36 Defines the duties of the SC secretary.


BDC Appointed committee officials

Adopted: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDC Appointed Schoolofficials” During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy is similar. The Littletonpolicy states the Superintendent will serve as secretary

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind policy. Do not require policy to appointthe superintendent.

BDD School committee-Superintendent relationship


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDD School committee-Superintendent relationship” During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind policy. Policy is only a general statementand is normal superintendent duties.

BDE Subcommittees of the School Committee

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDE Subcommittees ofthe School Committee” During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete2016 review: Delete reference to BDE-E

BDE-E Standing Subcommittees of the School Committee

Adopted: 12 July 2000Rescind: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind as unnecessary, subcommitteesestablished by majority vote

BDF Advisory committees to the School Committee


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDE Advisory committeesto the School Committee” During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy isidentical.


BDFA School councils

Approved: 23 September 1993Reviewed: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDFA School councils”During review performed 19 January 2014, the Littleton policy is significantly differ and may bebased on an earlier MASC recommendation.

Legal Ref: MGL 71:59C School councils. This is the section establishing School Councils,defines the membership, responsibilities, and duties of the principal with respect tothe council.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the Littleton policy to the MASCrecommendation.

BDG School Attorney/Legal Services


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BDE SchoolAttorney/Legal Services” During review performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy isidentical.

Legal refs: 71:37E Authorizes legal counsel for Collective bargaining71:37F Authorizes legal counsel for School Committees


BE School committee meetings

Adopted: 17 November 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BE School CommitteeMeetings” During review performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy is identical, withdifferent legal references.

Legal refs: 30A:18-25 Definitions of meeting types

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update Legal references and indicate policyreview complete, incorporate BEA into this policy.

BEA Regular School committee meetings

Adopted: 28 October 1982Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This is a local policy specifying meeting not to extend past 11 PM

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Incorporate this policy into BE, rescind thisseparate policy.

BEAA Adjourned meetings

Adopted: 10 January 1974Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This is a local policy specifying adjourned meeting procedure with nocorresponding MASC recommendation.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy is not providing significant guidance,recommend rescind.

BEB Special committee meetings

Adopted: 10 January 1974Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This is a local policy specifying special meeting procedure with no correspondingMASC recommendation.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy is not providing significant guidance,recommend rescind.

BEC Executive Sessions

Adopted: 17 November 1994Revised: 12 July 2000Revised: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy states the requirements and procedures for entering executive session.

Legal references:MGL 30A:21 Specifies conditions upon which a body may meet in executive session.MGL 30A:22 Specifies requirements to take minutes and procedures for review and

release of executive session minutes.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update text to reflect changes effective currentlaw.

BEDA Notification of committee meetings

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BEDA Notification ofcommittee meetings” During review performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy is not providing beyond that specifiedby the Open Meeting Law.

BEDB Agenda

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 29 November 2001Revised: 15 December 2005Revised: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BEDB Agenda” Duringreview performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy is similar with the addition of a consentagenda.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update to follow MASC wording and keep theadditional consent agenda language.

BEDB-E Agenda Statement

Adopted: 13 December 2001Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is a local agenda statement and not similar to the MASC exhibit, thesame language is present in policy BEDH.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind.

BEDD Rules of order

Adopted: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BEDD Rules of order”During review performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy is identical in specifying Robertsrules of order for procedures.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

BEDF Voting method

Adopted: 12 July 2000Revised: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BEDF Voting method” Duringreview performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy differed, perhaps based on an earlierMASC version, the current MASC recommendation is dated July 2012.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update to current MASC recommendation.

BEDG Minutes


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BEDG Minutes” During reviewperformed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy is identical with the addition of recording thenames people who speak during the interested citizens agenda item.

Legal refs: MGL 30A:22 Statute specifying meeting minutesMGL 66:10 Specifies public access to meeting minutes

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend removing specific identification ofInterest citizen speaker. Minutes to reflect summary of concerns, not specific quote.

BEDH Public participation as School Committee meetings


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BEDH Public participation asSchool Committee meetings” During review performed 20 January 2014, the Littleton policy issimilar

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update to current MASC recommendation.

BEDI School Committee procedures during summer months

Adopted: 22 October 1987Revised: 15 May 1994Revised: 12 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not present in the MASC policy manual. The original intent of thispolicy is unknown.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind.

BEE Special procedures for conducting hearings


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BEE Special procedures forconducting hearings” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind, procedures specified are thesame as regular meetings and are also covered by the Open Meeting Law

BG School Committee policy development

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BG School Committee policydevelopment s” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Incorporate into this policy elements of BGC, BGD,BGE and BGF to streamline the policiesrelated to specifying policy

Legal refs: MGL 71:37H Statue relating to student handbook review and approval.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update with BGC, BGD, BGE, and BGF.

BGB Policy Adoption


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGB Policy Adoption” Duringreview performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy is similar with wording differences in theitemized sequence.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete, continue withthe currently specified policy.

BGC Policy revision and review


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGC Policy revision and review”During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Incorporate into policy BG and rescind.

BGD School Committee review of procedures


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGC School Committee review ofprocedures” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.


BGE Policy dissemination


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGE Policy dissemination” Duringreview performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.


BGF Policy suspension


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGF Policy suspension” Duringreview performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Incorporate into policy BG and rescind

BGG Administration in policy absence

Adopted: 12 November1973Reviewed: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGG Administration in policyabsence” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete and rescindidentical policy CHD

BHC School Committee/Staff communications

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 14 September 2000Reviewed: 9 October 2003Revised: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is the same as policy GBD.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Remove reference to GBD, indicate reviewcomplete.

BHE Use of electronic messaging by School Committee members

Adopted: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 15 January 2009Revised: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BGG Use of electronic messagingby School Committee members” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policyidentical with outdated legal references

Legal refs: MGL 4:7 Definitions of statutory termsMGL 30A:18-25 Open meeting lawMGL 66:10 Public records law

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update legal references and indicate policy reviewcomplete.

BIA New School Committee member orientation


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BIA New School Committeemember orientation” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy similar,perhaps based on an earlier version of the MASC recommendation.

Legal refs: MGL 71:36A Statute requiring SC member orientation.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update to current MASC recommendation

BIBA School Committee conferences, conventions and workshops

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 15 July 2000Reviewed: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BIBA School Committeeconferences, conventions and workshops” During review performed 20 January 2014 theLittleton policy similar, Littleton does not have the SC secretary/clerk keep the calendar.

Legal refs: MGL 40:5 Allows for expenditure of funds for items consistent with bodyfunction

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Keep current text, indicate policy reviewcomplete.

BID School Committee member compensation and expenses


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BID School Committee membercompensation and expenses” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policysimilar, perhaps based on an earlier version of the MASC recommendation.

Legal refs: MGL 40:5 Allows for expenditure of funds for items consistent with bodyfunction

MGL 71:52 Statute on compensation of SC members and restrictions thatmembers cannot be teachers in the town they are representing.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update to current MASC recommendation

BIE Indemnification of public officials

Adopted: 12 November1973Reviewed: 15 July 2000Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not present in the MASC recommendations, source unknown.

Legal refs: MGL 41:100e: Repealed in 1978

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy, references repealed law.

BJ School Committee legislative program


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BJ School Committee legislativeprogram” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.


BK School Committee memberships


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the MASC model policy "BK School Committeememberships” During review performed 20 January 2014 the Littleton policy identical.


Section C: General School Administration


CA Administration GoalsCAA Annual Operational Plans/ObjectivesCBD Superintendent’s ContractCBI Evaluation of the SuperintendentCCB Line and Staff RelationsCE Administrative Councils, Cabinets, and CommitteesCH Policy ImplementationCHA Development of RegulationsCHB School Committee Review of Regulations (Also BGD)CHC Regulations DisseminationCHCA Approval of Handbooks and DirectivesCHCA-E Approval of Handbooks and DirectivesCHD Administration in the Policy AbsenceCL Administrative Reports

CA Administration Goals

Adopted: 12 January 1995Revised: 30 September 2000Reviewed: 20 October 2011Reviewed: 12 November2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CA Administration Goals".During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CA Administration Goals".During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Formally indicate policy review complete


CAA Annual Operational Plan/Objectives

Adopted: 9 February 1984Revised: 8 March 1984Reviewed: 30 August 2000Reviewed: 20 October 2011Reviewed: 12 November2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This is a local policy specifying the Superintendent in conjunction with the schoolcommittee develop specific priorities and objectives for each school year.



CBD Superintendent's Contract

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Reviewed: 20 October 2011Reviewed: 12 November2015

Legal references: Mass General Law 71:41; 71:42

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CBD Superintendent'sContract". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. The 2legal references were checked and represent current regulation.

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CBD Superintendent'sContract". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

Notes: 71:41 References contract terms of the superintendent.71:42 References various authorities of the superintendent for dismissal andreview



CBI Evaluation of the Superintendent

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Reviewed: 20 October 2011Reviewed: 12 November 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CBI Evaluation of theSuperintendent". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CBI Evaluation of theSuperintendent". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.



CCB Line and staff relations

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Recinded: 20 October 2011

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CCB Line and staffrelations". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: It is not clear this policy must be stated by theschool committee. This policy is providing specific direction regarding personnel practices underthe superintendent's responsibilities. The policy does not specify how "clear understanding" willbe provided to the staff, nor a report to the School Committee on the implementation of thepolicy.

The policy subcommittee recommends deletion of this policy.

CE Administrative councils, cabinets, and committees


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CE Administrativecouncils, cabinets, and committees". During review performed 17 September 2011, theLittleton policy is identical. This policy established the authority of the Superintendent toestablish committees and councils.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CE Administrativecouncils, cabinets, and committees". During review performed 20 September 2015, theLittleton policy is identical.



CH Policy implementation

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Revised: 20 October 2011

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CH Policyimplementation". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

MASC notes that this policy is one of 3 (Development of Regulations (code CHA) and RegulationsDissemination (code CHC)) and a committee can include a more general statement in lieu of 3policies.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy be modified as follows:

Add paragraph:

As long as the Superintendent operates within the guidelines of policy adopted by theCommittee, he/she may issue regulations without prior Committee approval unlessCommittee action is required by law, or the Committee has specifically asked thatcertain types of regulations be given Committee approval, or the Superintendentrecommends Committee approval in light of strong community attitudes or probablestaff reactions.

Add paragraph:

A regulation concerning a particular group or groups in the schools will be distributedto the group(s) prior to the effective date of the regulation.

Delete Policy: CHA Development of RegulationsDelete Policy: CHC Regulation Dissemination


CHA Development of Regulations

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Rescinded: 20 October 2011

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHA Development ofRegulations". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy be deleted in conjunction with therecommended policy change to CH.

CHB School committee review of regulations


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "BGD School committeereview of regulations". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy be deleted. The Littleton SchoolCommittee policy "BGD School committee review of regulations" is identical and reflects thecommittees' desire to maintain review authority.

CHC Regulation Dissemination


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHC RegulationDissemination ". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy be deleted in conjunction with therecommended policy change to CH.

CHCA Approval of handbooks and directives


Legal references: Mass General Law 71:37H

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHCA Approval ofhandbooks and directives ". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical. The legal references were checked and represent current regulation.

Notes: 71:37H Requires school districts to establish and publish policies pertaining tothe conduct of students and teachers. This section of MGL outlines manyrequired sections, policies and regulations.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHCA Approval ofhandbooks and directives ". During review performed 20 September 2015, the Littleton policy isidentical

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Formally indicate policy review complete2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Formally indicate policy review complete

CHCA-E Approval of handbooks and directives


Legal references: Mass General Law 71:37H

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHCA-E Approval ofhandbooks and directives ". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical. The legal references were checked and represent current regulation.

Notes: 71:37H Requires school districts to establish and publish policies pertaining tothe conduct of students and teachers. This section of MGL outlines manyrequired sections, policies and regulations.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Delete. This policy only states sections required bylaw. The Littleton School Committee is not directing by policy any additional sections to theHandbook, therefore this policy is not needed.

CHD Administration in policy absence

Adopted: 12 November1973Reviewed: 12 July 2000Reviewed: 30 August 2000Reviewed: 20 October 2011Rescinded: 27 February 2014

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CHD Administration onpolicy absence ". During review performed 17 September 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Formally indicate policy review complete. Duringreview of B policies, recommend removing identical policy BGG

2013 review: Keep policy BGG, rescind this policy.

CL Administrative Reports

Adopted: 12 January 1995Reviewed: 30 August 2000Revised: 20 October 2011Reviewed: 12 November2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "CL AdministrativeReports" with the addition of a paragraph specifying the preparation of an annual report by 30June and a legal reference: MGL 72:4, which eliminates the need for policy CM

Notes: 72:4 References requirement to annually report the "Condition of the Schools"to the town inhabitants and a copies to the commissioner. The law requiresdeliver of such report to commissioner by 30 April.

2011 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Strike the words "before June 30 each year" fromparagraph 3 to ensure the policy does not conflict with State Law while preserving the intent ofthe committee to have an annual report.

2011-Oct-06 First reading, the School committee requested the words in Paragraph 2: "will beprepared by the Superintendent and presented to the School Committee" be replaced with "willbe prepared by the Superintendent or designee and presented to the School Committee"

2015 Policy Subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy current and reviewed.

Section D: Fiscal Management


DA Fiscal Management Goals/Priority ObjectivesDB Annual BudgetDBC Budget Deadlines and SchedulesDBD Budget PlanningDBG Budget Adoption ProceduresDBJ Budget Transfer AuthorityDD Funding Proposals and ApplicationsDGA Authorized SignaturesDH Bonded Employees and OfficersDI Fiscal Accounting and ReportingDIE AuditsDJ PurchasingDJA Purchasing AuthorityDJAA Contract SignaturesDJA-R RequisitionsDJB Petty Cash AccountsDJE Bidding RequirementsDJEE Local PurchasingDJG Vendor RelationsDK Payment ProceduresDKC Expense ReimbursementsDO Disposal of Books, Materials, or Equipment

DA Fiscal Management Goals

Adopted: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Reviewed: November 20, 2014

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DA Fiscal ManagementGoals " during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Policy is consistent with committee and districtgoals, indicated policy review complete.

DB Annual Budget


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DB Annual Budget"during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Refs: MGL 71:34 Town vote’s total appropriation, does not determineexpenditures within appropriation.

MGL 71:37 Authority of School Committee to approve district budget

MGL 71:38N Requirement for School Committee to hold budget hearing.


DBC Budget Deadlines and Schedules

Adopted: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Rescinded: November 20, 2014

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DBC Budget Deadlinesand Schedules” during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Refs: MGL 71:38N Requirement for School Committee to hold budget hearing.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind policy, policy as writtenindicates actions not in School Committee control (i.e. Finance committee scheduling hearings,Selectman publishing budget) Policy as written does not provide direction beyond legalrequirements.

DBD Budget Planning


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DB Budget Planning"during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind policy, policy as writtenindicates no requirements beyond those specified in policy DA and DB.

DBG Budget Adoption Procedures


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DBG Budget AdoptionProcedures " during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind policy, policy as writtenindicates no requirements beyond those specified by law that budget is voted upon at townmeeting.

DBJ Budget Transfer Authority

Adopted: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Revised: November 20, 2014

Policy comments

2014 review: The current policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DBJ BudgetTransfer Authority" during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: Littleton town code 18-5 requires return of unexpended appropriation to town.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Wording revision to indicate Superintendent hasauthority for line item transfers necessary for operation of district.

DD Funding Proposals and Applications


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DD Funding Proposalsand Applications" during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: MGL 44:53 Authorizes SC to accept grants and gifts603 CMR 32 – Not current603 CMR 34 – Not current

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind, does not specify anyauthorities nor duties not expected of superintendent.

DGA Authorized Signatures


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DGA AuthorizedSignatures" during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: MGL 41:41 Authorizes SC to approve of payment expenses and salaryMGL 41:52 Authorizes town treasure to pay approved bills and salary

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update wording to reflect one signature forapproval of payroll and a majority of signatures for approval of warrants.

DH Bonded Employees and Officers

Adopted: UnknownsRescind: November 20, 2014

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DH Bonded Employeesand Officers" during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: MGL 40:5 Money may only be spent based on approved provisions

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Not clear we need this policy, all payment is doneby the town treasurer. Recommend rescind.

DI Fiscal Accounting and Reporting


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DI Fiscal Accounting andReporting" during review on 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Refs: 603 CMR 10 Requirements from DESE for financial reporting


DIE Audits


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DIE Audits" during reviewon 5 October 2014 the Littleton policy is similar, the Littleton policy requires biannual audits, theMASC policy suggests annual.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update policy to reflect SC requirement for annualaudits.

DJ Purchasing

Adopted: October 23, 1975Effective: November 6, 1975Revised: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Revised: March 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DJ Purchasing " duringreview on 3 March 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

LEGAL REFS. MGL 7:22A Allows collective purchasing by towns through state agent. MGL 7:22B Allows towns to perform collective purchasing MGL 30B Provides procurement, bidding requirements and documentation

requirements

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Replace "Superintendent" with "Superintendentor designee" in paragraphs 3 and 4 where designating the purchasing agent. Replace paragraph2 sentence 2 to remove "HE" with "The purchasing agent will develop and administer thepurchasing program for the schools in keeping with legal requirements of MGL 30B andwith the adopted school budget." as a gender neutral phrase.

The subcommittee discussed this policy and has determined that the proposal by the businessmanager that credit card orders will use the same ordering procedures and approvals, the use ofthe Credit Card is a method of Payment and does not circumvent in place checks and balancesand is compliant with this policy.

DJA Purchasing Authority

Adopted: November 6, 1975Revised: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Rescinded: November 20, 2014

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is not present in the MASC Policy Manual.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind as unnecessary.

DJA-r Requisitions


Policy comments



DJAA Contract Signatures


Policy comments



DJB Petty Cash Accounts


Policy comments



DJE Bidding Requirements


Policy comments

2014 review: During review on 12 October 2014 this policy is similar to MASC model policy "DJEBidding Requirements” perhaps based on an earlier version.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: The policy as written does not specifyrequirements beyond those specified in the uniform procurement act. It is the policy of thecommittee to follow state/federal law and regulations, this policy is not providing additionalguidance and is therefore not needed.

DJEE Local Purchasing


Policy comments



DJG Vendor Relations


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DJG Vendor relations "during review on 5 October 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind as unnecessary, purchasing procedures inplace are sufficient.

DK Payment Procedures

Adopted: February 16, 1995Reviewed: September 14, 2000Reviewed: March 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DK Payment Procedures "during review on 3 March 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

LEGAL REFS. MGL 41:41 Requires approval prior to payment of salary. MGL 41:52 Approval of Bills requires records for inspection MGL 41:56 Warrants for payment of bills requires committees to send to the town

accountant approved bills for payment.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete. Thesubcommittee discussed this policy and has determined that the proposal by the businessmanager that credit card orders will use the same ordering procedures and approvals the use ofthe Credit Card is a method of Payment and does not circumvent in place checks and balancesand is compliant with this policy. The School committee will still have an internal PO or avoucher documenting the purchase.

DKC Expense reimbursement


Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "DKC Expensereimbursement ". During review performed 12 October 2014, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: MGL 40:5 Requires authorization for payment of expensesMGL 44:58 Does not allow payment of wine, liquors or cigars

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation. Consult with superintendent and determine ifneeded. Revise policy to eliminate item 2: travel expenses that must be approved by thecommittee, remove item 3 as unnecessary.

Update opening paragraph to reflect expenses must by authorized to clarify possible ambiguitycaused by phrase upon submission.

Update 2nd paragraph to reflect Superintendent/Business manager will set mileage rateconsistent with RS guidelines and eliminate stipend language as that is a contractual matter.

DO Disposal of Book, materials, etc.


Policy comments



Section E: Personnel


EB Safety ProgramEBAB Pest Management PolicyEBB First AidEBC Emergency PlansEBCC Threats of ViolenceEBCC-P Threats of Violence Administrative ProceduresEBCD Emergency ClosingsEBCD-P Delay in School Opening ProceduresEBH Use of School FacilitiesEC Building and Grounds ManagementECA Buildings and Grounds SecurityECAC VandalismECE Traffic and Parking ControlsECF Energy Management Conservation PolicyEDC Authorized Use of School-Owned MaterialsEEA Student TransportationEEAA Student Transportation PolicyEEAA-1 Walkers and RidersEEAA-R Criteria for Developing Bus RoutesEEAE School Bus Safety ProgramEEAEA Bus Driver Examination and TrainingEEAEA-1 Drug and Alcohol Testing for DriversEEAEC Student Conduct on School BusesEEAEC-R Student Conduct on School BusesEEAG Student Transportation in Private VehicleEFC Free and Reduced Price Food Service

EB Safety Program

Adopted: 2 March 1995Revised: 30 September 2000Revised: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EB Safety Program".During review performed 6 December 2014, the Littleton policy is identical.

Notes: MGL 71:55C Requirement eye protection in various labs and activities Acts of 198c Ch 614 Sec 1: Reference removed, Funding for Asbestos removal prior to

1989 CMR 603 36 Not current, will remove reference

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update legal reference and indicate policy reviewcomplete.

EBAB Pest Management Policy

Adopted: 17 January 2002Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EBAP Pest ManagementPolicy ". During review performed 6 December 2014, the Littleton policy is identical.

Notes: Acts of 2000 Ch 85: Act to protect children and families from harmful pesticides,

requiring appropriate safety measures in regard to numerous chemical products.


EBB First Aid

Adopted: 2 March 1995Revised: 30 September 2000Revised: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EBB First aid". Duringreview performed 6 December 2014, the Littleton policy is similar, perhaps based on an earlierversion.

Notes: MGL 71:55A: Exemption from civil liability for administration of first aid MGL 71:56: Requirement to notify parent of sick child

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update policy to current MASC language.

EBC Emergency Plans

Adopted: 2 March 1995Revised: 20 September 2012Reviewed: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EBC Emergency Plans".During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minor corrections to legalreferences and addition duties associated with a Medical Response Plan. This change isrequired due to changes in Mass general law.

Notes: MGL 69:8A Requirement for Medical Response Plan

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL2016 review: Current with MASC recommendation

EBCC/EBCC-P Threats of violence

Adopted: 26 September 1974Revised: 30 September 2000Revised: 14 June 2001Revised: 20 September 2001Rescinded: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is not present in the MASC model policies.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescind procedures are responsibilityof the administration.

EBCD Emergency closings

Adopted: 18 February 1982Revised: 2 March 1995Reviewed: 30 September 2000Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EBCD Emergencyclosings". During review performed 6 December 2014, the Littleton policy is identical.

Notes: MGL 71:4 Requirement to keep schools open required number of days MGL 71:4A Penalty for failure to keep schools open


EBCD-P Emergency closings

Adopted: 18 February 1982Revised: 2 March 1995Reviewed: 30 September 2000Rescinded: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind, procedures are responsibility of theadministration.

EBH Use of school facilities

Approved: May 17, 1990Revised: May 9, 1991Revised: September 11, 2003Revised: October 9, 2003Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2014 review: This policy is a local Littleton policy, not present in the MASC models.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete. ReflectsCommittee guidance on use of school facilities.

EC Buildings and ground maintenance

Approved: 2 March, 1995Reviewed: 30 September, 2000Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EC Buildings and GroundMaintenance ". During review performed 18 January 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref: MGL 71:68 – Designates SC responsible for upkeep of schools

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review complete, policy assignsresponsibility for the superintendent.

ECA Buildings and ground security


Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "ECA Buildings and GroundSecurity ". During review performed 18 January 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review complete.

ECAC Vandalism


Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Vandalism ". Duringreview performed 18 January 2015, the Littleton policy is identical. Policy authorizesSuperintendent to press charges.


ECE Traffic and parking controls

Adopted: October 28, 1976Revised: September 30, 2000Rescinded: February 26, 2015

Policy comments: This is a local policy not present the MASC models.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind, procedures are responsibility of theadministration.

ECF Energy management and conversation

Adopted: 19 June 2008Rescinded: 26 February 2015

Policy comments: This is a local policy not present the MASC models.

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete, this policyreinforces the committee’s commitment to conservation.

EDC Authorized use of school-owned materials and equipment

Approved: 2 March, 1995Revised: 30 September, 2000Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EDC Authorized use ofschool-owned materials ". During review performed 18 January 2015, the Littleton policy isidentical. Policy authorizes Superintendent to approve use of school equipment by town andemployees.


EEA Student Transportation Services

Approved: 2 March, 1995Reviewed: 30 September, 2000Reviewed: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEA StudentTransportation Services". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy isidentical.

Legal Refs:M.G.L. 71:7A, B and C State requirements for student transportation and

reimbursement71:37D Transportation requirements in case of racial imbalance71:48A Limits of liability, allows payment for traffic safety71:68 Allows levying of bus fees, states not required to transport on private

roads71:71A Allows designation of safety stations (bus stop structures)71B:4 Allows joint agreements for transport of Special Ed students71B:5 Requirement to pay for SPED transport costs71B:8 Allows special arrangements for SPED transportation reimbursement74:8A Reimbursement requirements for students in other districts76:1 Requirement to attend school76:12Bi School Choice program76:14 Transportation for island children


EEAA Student Transportation Policy

Adopted: November 6, 1975Reviewed: November 30, 1978Revised: November 19, 1981Reviewed: December 3, 1981Revised: October 13, 1988Reviewed: March 2, 1995Reviewed: September 30, 2000Revised: May 28, 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is a local policy specifying criteria for bus routes, fees and studenttransportation. Equivalent MASC Policy is titled “Walkers and Riders”, Littleton will retain thelocal title and purpose.

Legal Refs:M.G.L. 71:71A State requirements for student transportation and reimbursement71:68 Allows levying of bus fees, states not required to transport on private

roads71B:5 Requirement to pay for SPED transport costs

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update policy wording to consolidate EEAA-1 andEEAA-R as a single policy.

EEAA-R Criteria for developing bus routes

Approved: 2 March, 1995Reviewed: 30 September, 2000Rescind: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAA-R Criteria fordeveloping bus routes". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Incorporate policy aspects into EEAA, rescind asunnecessary, developing procedures and routes is administration responsibility.

EEAA-1 Walkers and riders

Approved: 2 March, 1995Reviewed: 30 September, 2000Rescind: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAA-1 Walkers andriders". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Incorporate policy aspects into EEAA, rescind asunnecessary, developing procedures and routes is administration responsibility.

EEAE School Bus Safety Program


Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAE School Bus SafetyProgram". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Refs:M.G.L. 90:b as amended by Ch. 246 Acts of 1986 School bus requirements

M.G.L. 90:1 et seq. Basic definitions

713:2; 713:7L cannot find definition

Highway Safety Program Standard No. 17 Minimum recommended bustransportations standard


EEAEA Bus driver examination and training

Approved: 2 March, 1995Reviewed: 30 September, 2000Rescinded: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAEA Bus driverexamination and training ". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind, provides no guidance beyond followingthe law.

EEAEA-1 Drug and alcohol testing

Approved: 30 September, 2000Rescinded: 28 May 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAEA Drug and alcoholtesting ". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind, provides no guidance beyond followingthe law.

EEAG Student transportation in private vehicles


Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EEAG Studenttransportation in private vehicles ". During review performed 19 April 2015, the Littleton policyis identical.


EFC Free and reduced price food service

Approved: 2 March, 1995Revised: 30 September, 2000Reviewed: 26 February 2015

Policy comments

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "EFC Free and reducedprice food service". During review performed 18 January 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.Districts are required to have a policy on free and reduced price food service.


Section F: Facilities Planning and Development


FA Facilities Development GoalsFBF Naming School Department FacilitiesFCB Retirement of Facilities

FA Facilities development goals

Adopted: October 12, 2000Reviewed: June 6, 2013Reviewed: November 12, 2015

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "FA Facilities developmentgoals " during review on 24 March 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "FA Facilities developmentgoals " during review on 20 September 2015 the Littleton policy is identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete.2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete.

FA-E Facilities development goals

Adopted: October 12, 2000Rescinded: June 6, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "FA Facilities developmentgoals " during review on 24 March 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescinding this policy, provides notrue guidance beyond requirements specified by law and regulation.

FB Facilities planning


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not in the MASC model policies guide.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend rescinding this policy, provides notrue guidance beyond requirements specified by law and regulation.

FBF Naming school department facilities

Adopted: October 12, 2000Revised: 15 December 2005Revised: 6 December 2007Reviewed: June 6, 2013Reviewed: November 12, 2015

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not in the MASC model policies guide, there is a similar MASC policyFF "Naming new facilities" The Littleton policy contains the same opening paragraph, however,the policy is not restricted to new facilities.


FCB Retirement of facilities

Adopted: October 12, 2000Reviewed: June 6, 2013Reviewed: November 12, 2015

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "FCB Facilities Retirementof facilities " during review on 24 March 2013 the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "FCB Facilities Retirementof facilities " during review on 20 September 2015 the Littleton policy is identical.


Section G: Personnel


GA Personnel GoalsGBA Equal Employment OpportunityGBD School Committee- Staff CommunicationsGBEA Staff Ethics/Conflict of InterestGBEB Staff ConductGBEBC Gifts to and Solicitations by StaffGBEC Alcohol/Drug-Free Workplace PolicyGBED Tobacco Use on School Property by Staff MembersGBGB Staff Personal Security and SafetyGBI Staff Participation in Political ActivitiesGBK Staff Complaints and GrievancesGCA Professional Staff PositionsGCBA Professional Staff Salary GuidelinesGCBC Professional Staff Stipend PositionsGCCC Professional Staff Family and Medical LeaveGCCC-R Family and Medical Leave Act Regulations and ProceduresGCE Professional Staff Recruiting/Postings of VacanciesGCF Professional Staff HiringGCG Substitute Professional Staff EmploymentGCG-E Substitute Pay RateGCIA Philosophy of Staff DevelopmentGCRD Tutoring For PayGDA Support Staff PositionsGDB Support Staff Contracts and Compensation PlansGDBD Support Staff and Fringe BenefitsGDCC Support Staff and Medical LeaveGDCC-R Family and Medical Leave Regulations and ProceduresGDE Support Staff Recruiting/Posting of VacanciesGDF Support Staff HiringGDI Support Staff ProbationGDJ Support Staff Assignments and TransfersGDO Evaluation of Support Staff

GA Personnel Policies Goals

Adopted: 23 March 1995Reviewed: 9 October 2003Reviewed: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GA Personnel PoliciesGoals". During review performed 22 September 2013, the Littleton is identical.

Notes: 603 CMR 26.00 There is not clear applicability of this CMR. CMR 26 concerns access to

equal opportunity and specifies specific personnel responsibilities to train and notifystaff on responsibilities of non-discrimination.

MGL 76:5 Requirements of non-discrimination education and hiring practices.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation: This policy is providing general direction to thesuperintendent on hiring practices. It does provide a Committee statement to the public onhiring goals. Recommend indicating policy review complete.

GBA Equal opportunity employment

Adopted: 23 March 1995Revised: 9 October 2003Revised: 4 October 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GBA Equal opportunityemployment". During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minorcorrections to legal references and addition of the words "gender identity". This change isrequired due to changes in Mass general laws, Chapter 199 of the acts of 2011.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GBA Equal opportunityemployment". During review performed 18 October 2015 the Littleton policy is identical.

Notes: 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against


2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy reviewed as current

GBD School Committee/Staff communications

Adopted: 15 December 1994Reviewed: 12 July 2000Revised: 14 September 2000Reviewed: 9 October 2003Rescinded: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is the same as policy BHC.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy as redundant.

GBEA Staff Ethics/Conflict of Interest

Adopted: 5 October 2003Revised: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GBEA Staff Ethics/Conflictof Interest ". During review performed 22 September 2013, the Littleton contained virtually thesame wording, the final paragraph on family members differed.

Legal Refs:MGL 71:52 Indicates no School Committee member be employed as teacher or

superintendent by their district.

MGL 268A Mass Conflict of Interest law, definitions and requirements.

2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation:Revised paragraph 1: Indicate all district employees to follow professional code of

ethics. Original wording indicated committee professional staff, the committee only hires thesuperintendent, and the intent is this applies to all district employees.

Revised paragraph 2: Indicate all district employees not have a financial interest inactivities. Original wording indicated committee employee, the committee only hires thesuperintendent, and the intent is this applies to all district employees.

Revised paragraph 5: Adopt updated MASC wording on notification of family membersand avoiding conflict of interest. See Advisory 86-02, footnote 16.

GBEB Staff Conduct

Adopted: March 23, 1995Reviewed: October 9, 2003Reviewed: February 26, 2009Reviewed: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GBEB Staff Conduct ".During review performed 22 September 2013, the Littleton is identical.

Legal refs:MGL 71:37H Requires policies on conduct of teachers, no tobacco products, bulling

and other topics.

MGL 264:11 Prohibition of promotion of anarchy. Prohibits hiring of teachers ofadministrator convicted under this statute.


GBEBC Gifts and Solicitation by Staff

Adopted: March 23, 1995Revised: October 9, 2003Revised: April 25, 2013Reviewed: October 18, 2015

Policy comments

2013 review: The Littleton policy is based on MASC recommendations; the current Littletonpolicy does not reflect the latest guidance by state ethics requirements.

2015 review: During review on 18 October 2015, the Littleton policy is current with MASCrecommendations

2013 recommendation: Update to the recently release MASC recommendations.2015 policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy is reviewed as current

GBEC Alcohol/Drug free workplace

Adopted: March 23, 1995Revised: October 9, 2003Revised: 28 May 2015Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GBEC Drug freeworkplace ". During review performed 22 September 2013, the Littleton is similar in intend andwording, though not identical. The MASC policy is a drug-free workplace, Littleton uses thispolicy to also prohibit alcohol use/abuse at the workplace.

Legal refs:Drug Free Workplace Act of 1998: Specifies requirements for drug free workplace and

list specific policy requirements including: Which employees are covered by thepolicy, substances that are banned, and specific consequences of violation

2014 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update formatting and language while retainingthe most of the original Littleton policy.

2015 Policy mtg: Missed from original packet, resubmit for approval.

2016: Adopt revised MASC language, updated to revised Narcan/Opoid laws

GBGB Staff personal security and safety

Adopted: March 23, 1995Revised: October 9, 2003Rescinded: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GBGB Staff personal security and safety ".During review performed 22 September 2013, MASC has revision dates of Nov 1997 and June2004. The Littleton is different and origin unknown. The statement present in the Littletonpolicy appears in the MASC policy.

2013 Review discussion: Discuss with the superintendent if this policy is providing any additionalguidance and is necessary for the effective performance of his duties. Recommend rescind.

GBED Tobacco use on school property by staff members

Adopted: March 23, a995Revised: October 9, 2003Rescinded: November 15, 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy identical to the MASC model policy "GBED Tobacco use on schoolproperty by staff members ".

LEGAL REFS. MGL 71:37H Prohibits the use of any tobacco products within the school buildings,

the school facilities or on the school grounds or on school buses by any individual,including school personnel.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Policy ADC prohibits use of tobacco product onschool property; this policy is not providing any additional guidance or regulation. The policysub-committee recommends rescinding this policy.

GBI Staff participation in political activities

Adopted: March 23, 1995Reviewed: October 9, 2003Reviewed: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GBI Staff participation in politicalactivities ". During review performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is identical.

Legal Ref:MGL 71:44 Prohibits adopting policies restricting teachers rights of suffrage,

petitioning, etc. outside of school hours.

2013 review recommendation: Indicate review of this policy complete.

GBK Staff complaints and grievances

Adopted: March 23, 1995Reviewed: October 9, 2003Reviewed: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GBK Staff complaints and grievances ".During review performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is identical. The policy outlines theappeal process.

Legal Ref:MGL 150E:5 Allows employees grievance process.MGL 150E:8 Procedure for presenting grievances

2013 review recommendation: Indicate review is complete.

GCA Professional staff positions

Adopted: October 9, 2003Rescinded: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GCA Professional staff positions". Duringreview performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is identical.

2013 Review recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy. Superintendent is responsiblefor all staff hiring. Recommend rescind.

GCBA Professional staff salary guidelines

Adopted: March 23, 1995Revised: October 9, 2003Rescinded: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GCA Professional staff salary schedules ".During review performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is similar.

2013 Review recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy. Superintendent is responsiblefor all staff hiring, teacher salaries are set by contract. This policy is not needed.

GCBC Professional staff stipend positions

Adopted: October 9, 2003Rescinded: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy "GCBC Professional staff supplementarypay plans ". During review performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is similar.

2013 Review recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy. Superintendent is responsiblefor all staff hiring within budget allocation. This policy is not needed.

GCCC Professional staff family and medical leave

Adopted: October 9, 2003Rescinded: 5 June 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy “GCCC Family and medical leave ". Duringreview performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is identical.

2014 Review recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy. As written, this policy providesno guidance other than following the law. Verify that we are not required to have such a policy.Coordinate with town to verify compatibility of FMLA offerings, consolidate this and GCCC-R asnecessary or rescind both. Delete the word professional so it applies to all staff. In review ofDept of Labor Employer notification requirements, there is no reference to employers needing apolicy, the requirements to post notice and inform employees is by law.

GCCC-R Professional staff family and medical leave


Policy comments

2013 review: This is a regulation, not intended to be adopted as policy.

2014 Review recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy. Recommend rescind.

GCE Staff recruiting/posting of vacancies

Adopted: January 2, 1976Revised: December 2, 1982Revised: March 23, 1995Revised: December 4, 2003Revised: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy origin is unknown, during review performed on 29 September 2013 thesimilarly titled MASC model policy "GCE Professional staff recruiting/posting of vacancies ", andis significantly different. The Littleton policy may be based on an earlier version of the MASCpolicy.

2013 Review recommendation: Update to the current MASC language to reflect the committeedesire to also post position opening internally to provide opportunities for existing staff. Furtherextend the language to encompass all positions, delete the work “Professional” from the title,and rescind separate policy “GDE Support staff posting of vacancies”

GCF Staff hiring

Adopted: 6 April 1995Revised: 4 December 2003Revised: 4 October 2012Revised: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GCF Professional staffhiring". During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minor correctionsto legal references and addition of the words "gender identity". This change is required due tochanges in Mass general laws, Chapter 199 of the acts of 2011.

The MASC model policy added a wording for the School Committee to establish screeningcommittees (for positions hired by the committee) or to direct the superintendent to establish ascreening committee in making recommendations.

2013 Review: Remove paragraph on Screening committee, not the intent of committee tospecify specific hiring process. Remove the word “Professional” and use this policy to refer to allstaff, remove the phrase “no position may be created without school committee approval”

Notes: MGL 69:6 Qualification of teachers MGL 71:38 Employment of teachers, performance evaluations, performance standards MGL 71:38G Required certifications MGL 71:39 Prohibition on inquiries of a applicant religion MGL 71:45 Regulation of fees for teacher applicants MASC references 71:55B, this was repealed in 2003, reference to this have been

removed from the Littleton Policy. 603 CMR 7:00 Establishes professional and license requirements of teachers and

administrators. 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against


603 CMR 44 Recertification requirements

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL.2013 Policy subcommittee recommendation, remove hiring process paragraph.

GCG Substitute Professional Staff Employment

Adopted: 6 April 1995Revised: 4 December 2003Revised: 17 January 2013Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Substitute ProfessionalStaff Employment". During review performed 25 December 2012, the Littleton policy isidentical.

During the School Committee meeting on 13 December 2012, the committee requested this andpolicy GCG-E be updated. The sense of the committee was not to specify by policy specific payrates and have the Superintendent set the rates and presents them to the Committee.

The revised policy requires the superintendent to set, document and present the substituteteacher salaries.

2015 review: Indicate policy reviewed as current

References:M.G.L 71:38 -- Authority for the SC to establish pay and evaluation criteria foreducation staff.

GCG-E Substitute Professional Staff Employment

Adopted: 6 April 1995Revised: 4 December 2003Rescinded: 17 January 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: Revisions to GCG and GCB no longer require the SC to set by policy the pay rates.This policy is no longer required.

GCIA Philosophy of staff development

Adopted: April 6, 1995Revised: December 4, 2003Revised: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy “GCIA Philosophy of staff development".During review performed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy is similar, the Littleton policy omitsthe list specifying growth items.

2013 Review recommendation: Indicate review complete, minor update to include MASCexamples and use of conferences and seminars.

GCRD Tutoring for pay

Adopted: December 4, 2003Revised: November 21, 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based MASC model policy “GCD Tutoring for pay". During reviewperformed 22 September 2013 Littleton policy prohibits tutoring on school property, the MASCpolicy allows tutoring under specific circumstances and not on school property.

The Littleton policy contains a duplicate paragraph that should be corrected.

2013 Review recommendation: Discuss the philosophy of tutoring and update as appropriate.Adopt the MASC language.

GDA Support staff positions

Adopted: 4 December 2003Rescinded: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "GDA Support staffpositions". During review performed 25 December 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2013 review: Rescind, all staff positions are covered by GCE.

GDB Support Staff Contracts and Compensation Plans

Adopted: 6 April 1995Revised: 4 December 2003Revised: 17 January 2013Revised: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "Support Staff Contractsand Compensation Plans". During review performed 25 December 2012, the Littleton policy issimilar without the MASC language on Overtime.

During the School Committee meeting on 13 December 2012, the committee requested this andpolicy GCG-E be updated. The sense of the committee was not to specify by policy specific payrates and have the Superintendent set the rates and presents them to the Committee.

The revised policy requires the superintendent to set, document and present the support staffsalaries.

2013 review: Include language on equal benefits from GDBD.

References:M.G.L 71:38 -- Authority for the SC to establish pay and evaluation criteria foreducation staff.

GDBD Support staff Fringe benefits

Adopted: 6 April 1995Revised: 4 December 2003Rescinded: 5 June 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not present in the MASC model policy manual. The policy states thecommittee intention to have non bargaining units’ staff benefits comparable to those undernegotiated agreements.

2013 recommendation: Rescind, policy GDB is sufficient.

GDCC Support staff family and medical leave

Adopted: 4 December 2003Rescinded: 5 June 2014

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not present in the MASC model policy manual.

2013 recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy; the policy only states thesuperintendent will follow the law. Recommend rescind.

GDCC-R Support staff family and medical leave


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is not present in the MASC model policy manual. This outlines districtprocedures.

2013 recommendation: Discuss the need for this policy; the committee is not incorporatingoperating procedures as part of the policy manual.

GDE Support staff recruiting/Posting of vacancies


Policy comments

2014 recommendation: Rescind this policy, updated policy GCF covers all staff.

GDF Support staff hiring


Policy comments


2013 recommendation: Rescind this policy support staff hiring is the superintendent’sresponsibility and covered by policy GCF.

GDI Support staff probation


Policy comments


2013 recommendation: Rescind this policy support staff hiring is the superintendent’sresponsibility. The committee does not desire to direct specific hiring conditions.

GDJ Support staff assignments and transfers


Policy comments


2013 recommendation: Rescind this policy support staff hiring is the superintendent’sresponsibility. The committee does not desire to direct specific internal operations.

GDO Evaluation of support staff

Adopted: 4 December 2003Reviewed: 21 November 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This Littleton policy is similar to the MASC model policy however varies in the listof evolution criteria. The policy other than specifying an annual review provides little direction.

2013 recommendation: Indicate review complete.

Section H: NegotiationsPolicy Code Description

HA Negotiations GoalsHB Negotiations Legal StatusHF School Committee Negotiating Agents

HA Negotiations Goals

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 9 October 2003Reviewed: 6 June 2013

Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "HA Negotiations Goals ".During review performed 14 April 2013, the Littleton policy is virtually identical to the MASCpolicy with the addition of the phrase " The School Committee will be guided during thenegotiations process by the district’s strategic goals."

2013 review recommendation: Indicate review of this policy is complete.

HB Negotiations Legal Status


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "HB Negotiations LegalStatus ". During review performed 14 April 2013, the Littleton policy is virtually identical to theMASC policy, the Littleton policy does not include the extract from MGL 150E.

Legal Refs:M.G.L. 105E -- Labor relations law for public employees, right of unions, defines SC

as the bargaining board for School contracts, has Town Administrator as voting representative


HF School Committee Negotiating Agents


Policy comments

2013 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "HB School CommitteeNegotiating Agents ". During review performed 14 April 2013, the Littleton policy is varies fromthe MASC model policy. The MASC policy requires the use of an negotiating agent anddelegates specific responsibilities. Littleton's policy authorizes the board to use an agent andspecific responsibilities will be assigned.

Legal Refs:M.G.L. 71:37E -- Authorizes SC to use legal counsel for collective bargaining


Section I: InstructionPolicy Code Description

IA Instructional Goals and Learning ObjectivesIB Democratic PrinciplesIC/ICA School Year/ School CalendarID School DayIGA Curriculum DevelopmentIGB Learning Support Services ProgramsIGBE Remedial InstructionIGBH Alternative ProgramsIGBK Remedial InstructionIGD Curriculum AdoptionIHA Basic Instructional ProgramIHAA Basic Instructional ProgramIHAE Physical EducationIHAEB Participation in Interscholastic SportsIHAM Health EducationIHAMA Parental Notification Relative to Sex EducationIHAMB Teaching about Drugs, Alcohol, and TobaccoIHB Special Instruction ProgramsIHBA Programs for Students with DisabilitiesIHBB Gifted and Talented educationIHBD Title I Supplement, Not Supplant Policy & ProceduresIHBE Bilingual InstructionIHBG Home SchoolingIHBG-E Home SchoolingIHCA Summer SchoolIIAC Library ResourcesIIAE Reconsideration of Instructional ResourcesIJ Instructional MaterialsIJJ Textbook Selection and AdoptionIJK Supplementary Materials Selection and AdoptionIJL Library Materials Selection and AdoptionIJL-R Library Materials Selection and AdoptionIJNDB Acceptable Use Policy- TechnologyIJOA Field TripsIJOA-P Field Trips Administrative ProceduresIJOB Community Resource Persons/SpeakersIJOC School VolunteersIK Academic AchievementIKAB Student Progress Reports to ParentsIKB HomeworkIKE Promotion and Retention of StudentsIKF Graduation RequirementsIKFA Granting of a Diploma

IL Evaluation of Instructional ProgramsIMA Teaching Activities/PresentationsIMB Teaching about Controversial Issues/Controversial SpeakersIMD School Ceremonies and ObservancesIMDA Morning Exercises

IA Instructional Goals

Adopted: 21 August 2003Rescinded: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on an earlier MASC model policy, no longer available in theMASC reference manual. In reviewing other towns using MASC on-line policy service, severalhave discontinued reference to this policy, the majority are using the same text as Littleton.Westford and Acton have a more detailed description of the instructional goals which are usedin the establishment of the District mission, vision and philosophy.

References:603 CMR 26:00 -- to insure that the public schools of the Commonwealth do notdiscriminate against students on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin orsexual orientation. This does not appear to be the correct reference.

Policy AD, Educational Philosophy -- Littleton does not have this policy.

Policy ADA, School District Goals and Objectives -- Littleton does not have this policy.

Review discussion: The policy as written contains very little guidance on the educationphilosophy and beliefs of the Littleton School Committee. Without policies AD and ADA, thispolicy should be strengthen to reflect the core values.

This policy requires extensive changes and will scheduled for detailed review.

2015 review: Recommend rescind and committee to adopt new policy AD

IB Democratic Principles

Adopted: 21 August 2003Rescinded: 19 January 2012

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is similar to the undated MASC model policy "IB Academic Freedom".During review performed 10 October 2011, the text of the Littleton policy is identical, the legalreferences are different. The legal references were checked and require minor changes.

References:Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Establishes the fundamentalrights and beliefs of the state.

Policy AD, Educational Philosophy -- Littleton has no such policy

Policy ADA, School District Goals and Objectives -- Littleton has no such policy

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion:

Minimum: Revise legal reference to only cite the Constitution of the Commonwealth ofMassachusetts.

Discussion: Littleton and other districts adopted this policy in the 2003-2004 time framebased on the initial MASC policy which has subsequently been renamed "AcademicFreedom". This policy has not been universally adopted by other communities. It is aphilosophical proclamation repeating the basic tenants of freedom in the United Statesof America and the state of Massachusetts. Recommendation to rescind.

IC/ICA School Year/School Calendar

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 15 December 2011Revised: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IC/ICA School Year/SchoolCalendar". During review performed 10 October 2011, the text of the Littleton policy isidentical, the legal references are different. The legal references were checked and requireminor changes.

2015 review: The policy mirrors the MASC model policy and is current. The MASC policy was notupdated since last review. Minor change from “which” to “that” in referring to “Time a studentspends”

References:MGL 4:7 -- Clause 18 establishes the dates of legal holidays

MGL 15:1G -- Establishes DESE authorities to establish advisory boards and policy.Reference not present in MASC model.

MGL 69:1G -- Grants DESE authority to establish the length of the school year. This lawis referenced from the model MASC policy and is not contained in the Littleton Policy.

MGL 71:1 -- Establishes DESE as authority to establish length of school year.

MGL 71:4 -- Establishes the length of the school year does not include holidays.

MGL 71:4A -- Establishes penalty for failure to keep schools open the required numberof days.

MGL 71:73 -- Allows the superintendent to close schools for specific types of teachermeetings.

MGL 71:59 -- Is related to appointment authorities of the superintendent and does notreference school day scheduling.

MGL 136:12 -- Establishes dates of public office closings.

"Board of Education Regulations for School Year and Day, effective 9/1/75" has beensuperseded by "Student Learning Time - Regulations Guide -- May 1995" and the currentlegal reference is 603 CMR 27.00: M.G.L. c. 69, s.1G; St. 1993.

603 CMR 27.00: Regulations on student learning time.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Revise legal reference to current regulations:M.G.L. 4:7; 69:1G; 71:1; 71:4; 71:4A; 71:73; 136:12603 CMR 27.00

Department of Secondary and Elementary Education: "Student Learning Time -Regulations Guide -- May 1995"

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy reviewed as current

ID School Day

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 15 December 2011

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "ID School Day". Duringreview performed 10 October 2011, the text of the Littleton policy is identical, the legalreferences are different. The legal references were checked and do not represent currentregulation.

2015 review: The MASC model policy indicated start time is set by collective bargaining, theLittleton policy allows the superintendent to make the recommendations.

References:MGL 15:1G -- Establishes DESE authorities to establish advisory boards and policy.

MGL 69:1G -- Grants DESE authority to establish the length of the school year. This lawis referenced from the model MASC policy and is not contained in the Littleton Policy.

MGL 71:1 -- Establishes DESE as authority to establish length of school year.

MGL 71:59 -- Is related to appointment authorities of the superintendent and does notreference school day scheduling.

"Board of Education Regulations for School Year and Day, effective 9/1/75" has beensuperseded by "Student Learning Time - Regulations Guide -- May 1995" and the currentlegal reference is 603 CMR 27.00: M.G.L. c. 69, s.1G; St. 1993.

603 CMR 27.00: Regulations on student learning time.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Revise legal reference to current regulations:MGL 15:1G; 69:1G; 71:1; 603 CMR 27.00Department of Secondary and Elementary Education: "Student Learning Time -Regulations Guide -- May 1995"


IGA Curriculum Development

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 15 December 2011Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IGA CurriculumDevelopment". During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IGA CurriculumDevelopment". During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

References:

MGL 69:1E -- Directs the commission of education to establish curriculum frameworks.

603 CMR 26.05 -- Specifies Curricula guidance on equal opportunity, teacher review ofmaterials, and physical education

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Formally indicate policy review complete.2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Formally indicate policy review complete.

IGB Learning Support Services Program

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 15 December 2011Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IGB Support ServicesProgram". During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy is substantivelysimilar and deviates in specifying the Curriculum Director will be responsible for regular and title1 programs, the director of pupil services will be responsible for special education.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Formally indicate policy review complete.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate policy review complete.

IGBE Remedial Instruction


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy not present in the MASC model policies. This policy is specificallydirecting the offering of remedial instruction in numeracy and literacy.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend to rescind. This is directing specific guidancenot consistent with current educational philosophy and broader expectations of achievement.Current Federal and State law address areas of differentiated instruction and requirements thatall students will be provided proper instruction.

IGBH Alternative Programs


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy not present in the MASC model policies. This policy is specificallydefining alternative programs.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion. Rescind this policy. Mass General Law 71:13 specifies theregulations to have requested programs taught in the schools. This policy as written specifiesadditional requirements for approval that could be viewed as in conflict with the law. Alternateprograms proposed by the administration would be vetted through the normal curriculumdevelopment/enhancement process and presented to the Committee as required by PoliciesIGA and IGD

IGBK Remedial Instruction


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is identical to policy IGBE.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rescind this policy.

IGD Curriculum Adoption

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 15 December 2011Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IGD CurriculumAdoption". During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. There isa typographical error in the legal reference. Littleton policy refers to MGL 71 while the MASCreference is 71:1

2015 review: Littleton policy matches MASC recommendation

References:

MGL 69:1E -- Directs the commissioner of education to establish curriculumframeworks.

MGL 71:1 -- Directs the commissioner of education to provide superintendents arecommended curriculum framework.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Update the legal reference to 71:12015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate policy review complete.

IHA Basic Instruction Program

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 15 December 2011Revised: 10 December 2011

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHA Basic InstructionProgram". During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy substantively similar,containing the same policy statement, though not identical text.

2015 review: The MASC policy is unchanged, Littleton policy is substantively similar. Minor typochange for “school committee”

References:

MGL 71:1 -- Specifies the following subjects shall be taught: “orthography, reading,writing, the English language and grammar, geography, arithmetic, drawing, music, thehistory and constitution of the United States, the duties of citizenship, health education,physical education and good behavior." Further sections provide supplemental detail.

MGL 71:2 -- Establishes specific requirements in History and Civics

MGL 71:3 -- Specifies shall be taught as a required subject in all grades

MGL 71:13 -- Specifies regulation on teaching courses requested by parents

603 CMR 26:05 -- Specifies Curricula guidance on equal opportunity, teacher review ofmaterials, and physical education.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate policy review complete.2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate policy review complete.

IHAA Basic Instruction Program


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy not present in the MASC model policies. This defines general guidanceon curricula and selection of instructional materials. The legal references are identical to PolicyIHA, in cross reference checking of the references this policy provides no additional policy ordirection.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rescind this policy.

IHAE Physical Education


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHAE Physical Education".During review performed 16 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. The legal referenceswere checked and do not represent current regulation. Specifically "Board of EducationRegulations Pertaining to Physical Education, adopted 4/25/78, effective 9/1/78" is not availableat the DESE web site, the current DESE guidance on Physical Education is contained in:

20 April 2000 "Clarification of the Massachusetts Physical Education Requirements"from the David Driscoll, Commissioner of Education and "Massachusetts ComprehensiveHealth Curriculum Framework - October 1999"

Review discussion:

Replace reference "Board of Education Regulations Pertaining to Physical Education, adopted4/25/78, effective 9/1/78" with current curriculum reference "Massachusetts ComprehensiveHealth Curriculum Framework - October 1999"

2015 review: Policy is identical to MASC recommendation, with Littleton referencing currentrequlation.


IHAEB Participation in interscholastic sports


Policy comments

2011 review: This policy not present in the MASC model policies. This policy specifiescompliance with MIAA rules and the principal establishes participation criteria. Review of schooldistricts using MASC's online policy service are not using this policy.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: This policy is not required, recommend to rescind. PolicyJJIB is substantively similar and specifies more specific objectives of the interscholastic sportsprogram. The Littleton policy contains a statement that the principal is responsible forestablishing criteria for participation, this potentially conflicts with MIAA rule 32:10 "Neithermember schools nor school committees may make rules that are in any way less restrictive thanthose of the MIAA. More stringent rules may be adopted locally."

Defer final decision until after 15 Dec 11 full SC discussion.

15 Dec full school committee discussion: Recommend to rescind, perform complete review ofpolicy JJIB.

IHAM Health Education

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 5 January 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is a one sentence statement about commitment to health education.The MASC model policy as written provides background motivation in the objectives of theHealth Education Policy. The model policy contains a place holder for a district to specific gradesin which health is taught. Many towns have adopted the MASC model policy, with variation inspecifying the grade levels. The majority of towns with this policy do not specify the gradelevels.

2015 review: During review performed 18 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical, exceptfor specifying by policy which grades Health will be taught.

References:

MGL 71:1 -- Specifies the minimum required topics in health education, including "...Instruction in health education shall include, but shall not be limited to: consumer health,ecology, community health, body structure and function, safety, nutrition, fitness andbody dynamics, dental health, emotional development, safe and healthy relationshipswith a focus on preventing sexual and domestic violence and training in theadministration of first aid, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Instruction in healtheducation shall include, but shall not be limited to: consumer health, ecology, communityhealth, body structure and function, safety, nutrition, fitness and body dynamics, dentalhealth, emotional development, safe and healthy relationships with a focus onpreventing sexual and domestic violence and training in the administration of first aid,including cardiopulmonary resuscitation."

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Revise policy to the current MASC model policy withoutspecifying specific grade levels.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy reviewed as current.

IHAMA Parental Notification Relative to Sex Education

Adopted: 18 September 1997Revised: 21 August 2003Revised: 15 December 2011Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHAMA ParentalNotification Relative to Sex Education". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littletonpolicy is identical. This policy is required to be adopted by the District as specified in MGL71:32A

The policy contains a reference of "Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education" this is avague and provides no effective guidance.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Revise policy to replace reference: "Dept. of Elementaryand Secondary Education" with reference to MGL 71:32A and add 603 CMR 5.0 Disputeresolution under parental notification law.

2015 review: The Littleton policy is current with MASC recommendations

References:

MGL 71:32A Specifies school districts adopt a policy on Sex Education and parentnotification.

603 CMR 5.0 Specifies the resolution of disputes arising under MGL 71:32A

IHAMB Teaching about drugs, alcohol, and tobacco

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 5 January 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHAMB Teaching aboutdrugs, alcohol, and tobacco ". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policycontains the opening and closing paragraphs of the model policy. The Littleton policy does notspecify the objectives of the instruction as recommended by the MASC policy.

2015 review: The policy mirrors the MASC model policy and is current. The MASC policy was notupdated since last review.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Add the deleted language. Most communities that haveadopted this policy include the objectives.

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review completeMay 2016: Update per revised MASC recommendations on Narcan/Opoid laws

IHB Differentiated instruction, programs and accommodations

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 5 January 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy deviates from the MASC model policies and does not match theexpected content of MASC policy IHB. The wording is similar and may be based on an earlierversion of the MASC policy in effect at the time of adoption. The current versions of this policyreflect special needs vs. differentiated instruction.

References:The Individuals with Disabilities Ed. Act (PL 94-142 adopted 1/1/91)Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- This is the original law enacted and has been subsequentlyamended by the US congress. The current version referenced from the US Departmentof Education is 2004.

M.G.L. 71B:1 et seq. (Chapter 766 of the Acts of 1972) -- Mass Law defining educationrequirements for children with special needs. The date reference is historical and hasamendments since 1972.

Board of Education Chapter 766 Regulations, adopted 10/74, as amended through7/1/81 -- Unable to locate this document. 603 CMR 28:00 appears to be the currentregulations for Mass DOE.

603 CMR 28:00 -- Specifies in detail Mass regulations on Special Education.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: In review of other districts using this model MASC policy,all have adopted the latest MASC version. Acton-Boxborough uses a different policy with thesame legal references, the emphasis is directed at special needs. Discuss with thesuperintendent and Director of pupil services recommendation to revise policy to the currentMASC text. Revise legal reference to “The Individuals with Disabilities Ed. Act" to delete thespecific date reference to reflect usage of current US law. Delete date references on MGL 71B:1policy should follow latest version. Delete reference to “Board of Education Chapter 766Regulations, adopted 10/74, as amended through 7/1/81" not current regulation.

2015 Policy subcommittee review: The Littleton policy reflects the current wording of the MASCpolicy, though MASC does not have current legal references. Indicate policy review complete

IHBA Programs for Students with Disabilities

Adopted: UnknownRescinded: 19 January 2012

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is listed as draft and undated. The current MASC model policies is astatement that federal law will be followed for children with disabilities. In review of theLittleton text, this policy is very similar to the current text of MASC model policy IHB. It isunknown why the Littleton policy is undated.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rescind this policy in conjunction with updating policyIHB to the current MASC recommendation.

IHBB Gifted and Talented Education


Policy comments

2013 review: This is a local Littleton policy with no equivalent in the MASC reference material.The policy specifies that Littleton will provide such a program.

2013 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss with the superintendent current practice in theLittleton School District. Rewrite/revise in conjunction with restatement of district educationphilosophy (Policy IA). Rescind and incorporate into IA.

2015 review: Recommend rescind policy as not current with District philosophy of providingchallenging education opportunities for all students.

IHBD Compensatory Education

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 20 December 2007Revised: 5 January 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy specifies the requirements that Title 1 funds are not to take the placeof public education services offered to all students. The MASC model policy in this area issignificantly simplified and titled "Compensatory Education” In review of the references of thetext and references, the Littleton policy is restating the legal requirements and details.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Revise policy to adopt the MASC text. This approachdoes would not create potential policy conflict with any changes in regulatory responsibilities ofthe District Title 1 director.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHBG CompensatoryEducation". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical

IHBE Bilingual Instruction

Adopted: 21 October 2003Rescinded: 19 January 2012

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy specifies policy and procedure for bilingual education in Littleton. Thispolicy is not present in the MASC model policies. There is newer policies titled "EnglishLanguage Learners" more current with state regulations in this area.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rescind this policy and adopt MASC model policy "IHBEAEnglish Language Learners".

IHBEA English Language Learners

Adopted: 5 January 2012

Policy comments

2011 review: This is a new policy for Littleton consistent with Mass DESE regulations on "EnglishLanguage Learners"

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHBEA English LanguageLearners ". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical

References:

603 CMR 14.00 -- "Education of English learner regulations" clarifies the requirements of MGL71A in the education to public school students who are English learners

20 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. -- Language instruction for limited English proficient and immigrantstudents contained in No Child Left Behind Act of 2001

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss current reporting requirements, consideradopting MASC model policy "IHBEA English Language Learners".

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy is current.

IHBG Home Education (Home Schooling)

Adopted: 10 July 2003Revised: 15 December 2011Revised: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHBG Home Schooling".During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical with the replacementof "superintendent" in place of "appropriate administrator" in paragraph 4. Littleton did notadopt the language to grant a diploma to home schooled students.

2015 review: During review performed 18 October 2015, the same comments from the 2011review apply. Correct word error “probably” to “probable”

References:

MGL 69:1D -- Establishes state wide educational goals

MGL 76:1 -- States "For the purposes of this section, school committees shall approve a privateschool when satisfied that the instruction in all the studies required by law equals inthoroughness and efficiency" Home school is considered "private"

Care and Protections of Charles – MASS. Supreme Judicial Court 399 Mass. 324 (1987) -- MassSupreme court ruling that " the school committee of the town in which they resided couldproperly protect the State's legitimate educational interests by enforcing, through the approvalprocess under G. L. c. 76, § 1, certain reasonable educational requirements similar to thoseapplied to public and private schools"

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rename policy "Home Schooling" to maintainconsistency with MASC model policy.


IHBG-E Home Education

Adopted: unknownRescinded: 19 January 2012

Policy comments

This exhibit provides background information for the school committee and is not meant to beadopted as a policy.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Remove this from the policy manual.

IHCA Summer schools


Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "IHCA Summer schools". During reviewperformed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical with the addition of the phrase"remedial work in reading and mathematics"

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss removing the limitation of only offering programsin reading and math. The administration should recommend specific programs based on needsand funding availability.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy “IHCA Summer schools".During review performed 18 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical with the deletion ofthe requirement for summer school to be approved by the school committee.


IIAC Library resources


Policy comments

This policy is local policy with no equivalent in the MASC model policy guide. This policy isproviding direction to the librarian.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: This policy is not necessary. Rescind.

IIAE Reconsideration of instructional resources


Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJ-R Reconsideration ofinstructional resources ". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss the need to adopt this regulation as policy. Ifdesire to continue, rename it IJA to become a sub-item to Policy IJ "Instructional material".

-- Administratively this policy will be rescinded and re-adopted as IJA

IJ Instructional Materials

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 15 December 2011Revised: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy “IJ Instructional Materials".During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. The Littleton policycontains a cross-reference error citing policy KCG, the correct reference is KEC

29 July 2012 review based on MASC recommendation to update policy to include "genderidentity" in non-discrimination based on recent MGL updates. Reference to CMR 26.00 is alsoadded.

2015 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy “IJ Instructional Materials".During review performed 18 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

References:

MGL 71:48 -- Designates the principal, with superintendent approval, authority topurchase textbooks.

MGL 71:49 -- Authorizes that pupils may purchase from the town textbooks.

MGL 71:50 -- Requires a 2/3 vote of the School Committee to change textbooks.

Policy KEC " Public Complaints about the Curriculum or Instructional Materials" --Complaint policy for parents.

BESE 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate againststudents on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, orsexual orientation, and that all students have equal rights of access and equalenjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study at suchschools.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend accepting policy as reviewed withcorrection to refer to proper policy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: recommendation to update the policy

2012 Policy review: update policy to include gender identity.

2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend accepting policy as reviewed

IJA Reconsideration of instructional resources

Adopted: 15 December 2011Revised: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJ-R Reconsideration ofinstructional resources ". During review performed 23 October 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Administratively this policy will be rescind policy IIAEd re-adopted as IJA

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete. Word correction“student son” to “students on”

IJJ Textbook selection and adoption


Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJJ Textbook selection andadoption". During review performed 13 November 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate review of this policy is complete.

2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Indicate review of this policy is complete. Wordcorrection “are such” to “are of such”

IJK Supplementary materials selection and adoption

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 15 December 2011

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJK Supplementary materialsselection and adoption". During review performed 13 November 2011, the Littleton policy isidentical.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical.



IJL Library materials selection and adoption


Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJL Library materials selection andadoption". During review performed 13 November 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. TheLittleton policy contains a cross-reference error pointing to policy KEG, the correct reference isKEC.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical to the MASC modelpolicy.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Correct cross reference error.


IJL-R Library materials selection and adoption


Policy comments

This regulation is no longer available at the MASC web site. This is providing direction on reviewand removing material from the library.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Rescind this regulation, it is providing general directionwhich is not necessary.

IJNDB Acceptable Use Policy - Technology

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2011 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJNDB Acceptable usepolicy - Technology" During review performed 26 February 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: During policy sub-committee meetings in the discussionof adopting a "social media" policy, one approached discussed was to update this policy torequire the superintendent to provide guidance to the staff on the use of social media, personalprivacy and the relationship between staff and students extends and includes social media sites.

2013 Review: Request superintendent update to include BYOD.2016 review: Adopted revised MASC recommendation.ikb

IJOA Field trips

Adopted: December 1, 1977Revised: 21 August 2003Revised: 5 January 2012

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJOA Field trips". During reviewperformed 13 November 2011, the Littleton policy is identical.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: Incorporate the procedures of IJOA-P into this policy andrescind IJOA-P

2015 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy is current and reviewed.

IJOA-P Field trips

Adopted: December 1, 1977Revised: 21 August 2003Rescinded: 19 January 2012

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJOA-1 Field trips". During reviewperformed 13 November 2011, the Littleton policy is identical. This specifies specific proceduresto be followed in establishing field trips and School Committee approval of overnight travel.

2011 Policy subcommittee discussion: These procedures have been incorporated into policyIJOA

IJOB Community resource persons/speakers

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJOB Community resourcepersons/speakers". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy issubstantially similar and reflect current intent and meaning.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend this policy as current and reviewed.2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend this policy as current and reviewed.

IJOC School volunteers

Adopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IJOC School volunteers". Duringreview performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is identical and reflects current intentand meaning. The Littleton policy is missing the Cross reference to policy ADDA CORIRequirements

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend this policy as current and reviewed, add themissing cross-reference.2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: Recommend this policy as current and reviewed

IK Academic achievement

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 10 May 2012

Policy comments

During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy substantially different than theMASC model policy "IK Academic achievement". In review of other towns using the MASCrecommendations, it appears the Littleton version is based on an early version of the modelpolicy. The current MASC model policy incorporated IKAB into policy IK.

The current Littleton policy requires 4 reports per year, current practice is trimester grading.The practice is not consistent with current policy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss updating policy IK to current MASCrecommendation, minimally changing "four times per year" to "regular reports" in item 1.

During the 27 Feb 2012 Policy subcommittee meeting, policy IK will be updated to the MASCmodel language and presented to the full committee for consideration.

At the 10 May 2012 School Committee meeting the revised policy was approved.


IKAB Student progress reports to parents


Policy comments

During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is not present in the MASC modelpolicy reference manual. In review of other towns using the MASC recommendations, itappears the Littleton version is based on an early version of the model policy. The currentMASC policy incorporated IKAB into policy IK

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss updating policy IK to current MASCrecommendation and rescind this policy.

During the 27 Feb 2012 Policy subcommittee meeting, policy IK will be updated to the MASCmodel language and policy IKAB recommended to rescind.

At the 10 May 2012 School Committee meeting this policy was rescinded.

IKB Homework


Policy comments

During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is not present in the MASC modelpolicy reference manual. In review of other towns using the MASC recommendations, itappears the Littleton version is based on an early version of the model policy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss with superintendent current philosophy andpractice on homework, ensure consistent district practice. The review of this policy will bedeferred until SY 2012. The superintendent will discuss with the staff district views onhomework and make a recommendation.

2016: No longer a recommended MASC policy, rescind and use handbooks for schoolappropriate guidelines.

IKE Promotion and retention of studentsAdopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IKE Promotion and retention ofstudents". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is identical andreflects current intent and meaning.

During review performed 25 December 2015, the Littleton policy is identical and reflects currentintent and meaning.


IKF Graduation requirements

Adopted: 21 August 2003Revised: 24 May2012Revised: 26 February 2015Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy substantially different than theMASC model policy "IKF Graduation requirements". In review of other towns using the MASCrecommendations, it appears the Littleton version is based on an early version of the modelpolicy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Request the Superintendent review the current Littletonand MASC policy with the staff and verify, and provide recommendation for change, including 4year mathematics requirement, effective 2015. The 4 year math has been approved by thestate as a requirement for entry into Mass universities. At 26 April 2012 School Committeemeeting the 4 year math requirement was voted and approved. Policy IFK is now fullyreconciled against state college entry requirements and Littleton High School program ofstudies.

2015 Review: Revised policy to updated Physical Education requirements to matchcomprehensive review comments that PE MUST be taken EACH year, policy allows use ofAthletic participation to count for PE credit.

2016: Update to include CPR as part of community service requirement.

IKFA Granting of a diploma

Adopted: 24 January 19080Revised: 21 August 2003Rescinded: 24 May 2012

Policy comments

During review performed 22 January 2012, this policy does not exist in the MASC model policyreference manual. In review of other towns using the MASC recommendations there are nosimilar policies.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: Discuss the need for this policy, not clear it is needed norwhat local guidance it is providing. Recommend to rescind. At the 26 April School committeemeeting, the discussion requested that the intent of this policy be incorporated and not leftunstated. The intent of this policy will be incorporated into policy IKF "GraduationRequirements"

IL Evaluation of instructional programsAdopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IL Evaluation of instructionalprograms". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is identical andreflects current intent and meaning.

During review performed 25 January 2015, the Littleton policy is identical to the MASC modelpolicy


IMA Teaching activities/presentationsAdopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IMA Teachingactivities/presentations". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy isidentical and reflects current intent and meaning.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical


IMB Teaching about controversial issues/controversial speakersAdopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IMB Teaching about controversialissues/controversial speakers". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy isidentical and reflects current intent and meaning.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical


IMD School ceremonies and observancesAdopted: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "IMD School ceremonies andobservances". During review performed 22 January 2012, the Littleton policy is identical andreflects current intent and meaning.

Cross reference CMR 20.05 is general guidance on Access to equal educational opportunity andrespect for cultural and religious differences.

During review performed 25 October 2015, the Littleton policy is identical to the MASC policy


IMDA Morning exercisesAdopted: 13 April 1973Revised: 21 August 2003Reviewed: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

This policy is not present in the MASC model policy manual. In review of other towns using theMASC recommendations, it appears the Littleton version is based on an early version of theMASC recommendations.

The policy requires the daily reciting of the pledge of allegiance.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion: The committee supports this practice and recommendsindicating this policy as current and reviewed

2015 Policy subcommittee discussion: The committee supports this practice and recommendsindicating this policy as current and reviewed

IMG Animals in SchoolsAdopted: 10 May 2012

Policy comments

This policy is new policy for Littleton to supplement the guidance in the student handbook andprovide definitions of service animals.

The MASC Model policy was reviewed and modified as follows:

Reference to Department of Public Health publication “Guidelines for Animals in Schools or onSchool Grounds" is replaced with Massachusetts Department of Public Health "Animals in theclassroom, Recommendations for schools"

The line “Poisonous Animals - Spiders, venomous insects and poisonous snakes, reptiles andlizards are prohibited for safety reasons" is replaced with " Poisonous Animals - Poisonous andvenomous animals of all types are prohibited for safety reasons." to eliminate ambiguity of thepoisonous referring to just snakes.

A reference is added to Department of Justice ADA bulletin defining service animals specificallyas service dogs.

Reword opening paragraph and incorporate into paragraph 3 to read:

School Principals, in consultation with the Health Services Providers in each building,shall utilize the Department of Public Health publication “Animals in the classroom,Recommendations for schools" and review student health records to determine whichanimals may be allowed in the school building. No animal shall be brought to schoolwithout prior permission of the building Principal. The decision of the Principal shall befinal.

2015 Policy Review: Indicate policy is current and reviewed.

Section J: StudentsPolicy Code Description

JA Student policiesJB Equal Educational OpportunitiesJBCCB Pupil Placement K- 12JCBB Student Transfers and Grade PlacementsJEB Entrance AgeJF School Admissions and ResidencyJFABA Residency ValidationJFBB School ChoiceJH Student AbsenceJHA Absence to observe Religious HolydaysJH-P Absentee Call-in ProcedureJHD Exclusion and Exemptions from School AttendanceJI Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesJIB Student Involvement in Decision-MakingJIC Student ConductJICA Student Dress CodeJICC Student Conduct on School Bus (Also EEAEC-R)JICC-R Student Conduct on School Bus (Also EEAEC-R)JICE Student PublicationsJICFA Practice of HazingJICFA-E HazingJICFB Bullying PreventionICG Use of Tobacco Products on School PropertyJICH Alcohol Use by StudentsJICJ WeaponsJIE Pregnant StudentsJIH Interrogations and SearchesJIHB Student Searches and SeizuresJJD Student Fees, Fines, and ChargesJJF Student Activity AccountsJJF_A Disposition of Student Activity AccountJJIB Interscholastic AthleticsJLCG Physical RestraintJLCG-P Physical Restraint ProceduresJLG Homeless StudentsJP Student Gifts and SolicitationsJQ Student Athletic and Activity FeesJQA Student FeesJRA Student Records

JRA-P1 Student Records ProceduresJRA-R Student Records ProceduresJRD Student PhotographsJS Student Health Care PolicyJSA ImmunizationJSB Medication Administration Policy

JA Student policy goals

Adopted: 3 March 1977Reviewed: 8 June 1985Revised: 10 June 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is not present in the MASC reference manual. The policy outlines thegoals of establishing policies.

Notes:

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy, it is not necessary to have apolicy for the SC to perform it's required functions.

JB Equal Education Opportunities

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 10 June 2004Revised: 4 October 2012Reviewed 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JB Equal EducationOpportunities". During review performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minorcorrections to legal references and a change to include "gender identity" as a specific criteria ofnondiscrimination. This change is required due to changes in Mass general laws, Chapter 199 ofthe acts of 2011.


2016 Review: The policy matches the current MASC recommendations as reviewed on 18January 2016.

Notes: Title VI, Civil rights act of 1964: Prevents discrimination by government agencies that

receive federal funds Title VII Civil rights act of 1964,as amended by EEO of 1972: prohibits discrimination

against an individual based on particular race, color, religion, sex, or national origin andother criteria.

Executive Order 1246,as amended by EO 11375: established requirements for non-discriminatory practices in hiring and employment on the part of U.S. governmentcontractors. EO 11375 prohibits discrimination based on sex.

Title IX, Ed Amends of 1972: avoid the use of federal money to support sexdiscrimination in education programs and to provide individual citizens effectiveprotection against those practices.

M.G.L. 76:5 Non-Discrimination Clause and definitions M.G.L. 76:16 Remedies for excluding children from education 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against


603 CMR 28.00 Ensure that eligible Massachusetts students receive special educationservices designed to develop the student's individual educational potential in the leastrestrictive environment in accordance with applicable state and federal laws

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL


JBCCB Pupil placement K-12

Adopted: 3 April 1986Revised: 28 October 1999Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is not present in the MASC reference manual. The policy outlines theprocedures for student classroom assignment.

Notes: Classroom assignment is a function of the administration which needs to be done tocomplaint with all laws, contractual requirements and educational needs of thestudents. The terms and criteria specified by this policy are not current and do notrepresent best practices.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy, It is not clear that theprocedures outlined are compatible with current anti-discrimination law nor specifies bestpractices in education.

JCBB Student transfers and grade placement

Adopted: 23 June 1977Reviewed: 10 June 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is not present in the MASC reference manual. The policy provides astatement about factors that will be considered in grade assignment

Notes:

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy, The policy as stated providesno direction to the administration and is not necessary.

JEB School entrance age

Adopted: 3 March 1977Reviewed: 8 June 1985Reviewed: 10 June 2004Revised: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is substantiallysimilar to the undated MASC model policy "JEB Entrance Age".

Notes: The wording and formatting of the policy was updated for clarity.

2016 Review: During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is similar to theundated MASC model policy "JEB Entrance Age" with difference that Littleton is not allowing theexception for students with birthdays after 1 September and sets a minimum age of 6 for grade1.

Legal references: The policy was updated to include legal reference to 603 CMR 8 establishedby the Department of Elementary and Secondary education on minimum school ageregulations. 603 CMR 8 allows the local district to have a lower entry age requirement,the local district cannot increase the entry age beyond that specified by the regulation.

MGL 69:1B establishes the DESE has authority to set minimum school age entryrequirements

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update policy with proposed edits.


JF School admission and residency

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 24 October 2001Revised: 10 June 2004Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 24 October 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is substantiallysimilar to the undated MASC model policy "JF School Admissions".

Notes: The specified date of "in February" was replaced with "by March 1" to be consistentwith district practice of having registration during January and February.

The Littleton policy states proof of residency as a requirement, Policy JFABA "Residencyvalidation" is redundant.

The current Littleton policy requires a current tuberculin test, this is not consistent withDPH recommendations to focus risk assessment and testing those at high risk.

Legal references: The policy was updated to include legal reference to Department of PublicHealth regulation 105 CMR 220 "Immunization of students before admission to school"

105 CMR 460 Lead poisoning prevention, section 460.050 requires proof of leadpoisoning testing prior to entry to kindergarten.

MGL 15:1G Establishes the DESE has authority to set establish advisory boards on healtheducation and human service programs

MGL 76:1 Establishes the DESE authority to set school entrance requirements.

MGL 76:5 Re-states no policy can be discriminatory in nature.

MGL 76:15 Establishes requirements for vaccination prior to attendance to school,regulation provides a specific list and incorporate DPH requirements via reference.

MGL 76:15A Further requires sickle-cell anemia tests.

2016 review: The differences between the MASC model and Littleton policy differ in specificwording, recommend continue with current policy.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update policy with proposed edits and referenceto 105 CMR 220.

2013: Review of minutes indicated missed motion to accept, corrected during 24 October 2013meeting


JFABA Residency validation

Adopted: 24 October 2001Revised: 10 June 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy not present in theMASC model policies. The Littleton policy provides a list of documentation for residencyverification, then indicates other documentation may be acceptable.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy as it not necessary to specifythis information.

JFBB School Choice

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 10 June 2004Revised: 4 October 2012Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on information provided by "Stoneman, Chandler & Miller LawFirm", it is substantially similar to the undated MASC model policy "JFBB School Choice". Duringreview performed 29 July 2012, the Littleton policy required minor corrections to legalreferences and a change to include "gender identity" as a specific criteria of nondiscrimination.This change is required due to changes in Mass general laws, Chapter 199 of the acts of 2011.

Notes: M.G.L. 71:6 Education in out-of-town High Schools M.G.L. 71:6A Students from Outside the state M.G.L. 76:5 Non-Discrimination Clause and definitions M.G.L. 76:12 Attendance outside place of residence M.G.L. 76:12B Interdistrict school choice law 603 CMR 26.00 Public schools of the Commonwealth do not discriminate against


2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Adopt change as required by MGL, adopt theMASC model language.

2016 Review: The Littleton policy matches the MASC recommendation during review on 18January 2016


JH Student absences and excuses

Adopted: February 1973Revised: 1 March 1973Revised: 10 October 1985Revised: 14 November 1985Revised: 8 June 1995Revised: 10 June 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 24 October 2013Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JH Student absences andexcuses". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal references:MGL 71:1 Specifies requirements for attending schoolMGL 76:16 Prevents exclusion from attending schoolMGL 76:20 Provides powers for the enforcement of school attendance.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review is complete.

2013: Review of minutes indicated missed motion to accept, corrected during 24 October 2013meeting

2016 review: During review held on 18 January 2016 the MASC policy had revisions per updatedMGL, specifically on Dropout prevention and Student Absence notification. Adding the followingLegal references:

MGL 76:1 replacing 71:1 School attendance requirementMGL 76:1B Legal requirement for pupil absence programMGL 76:18 Legal requirement of parent notification

2016 Policy Subcommittee recommendation: Update to current MASC language.

JH-P Absentee Call-in Procedure

Adopted: 4 November 1985Revised: 10 June 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is a procedure specifying notification process for being absent fromschool.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Rescind this policy, this information should becontained in the student handbooks and developed by the administration.

JHA Absence to observe Religious Holyday

Adopted: November 19, 2009Reviewed: November 15, 2012Reviewed: February 25, 2016

Policy comments: This is a local Littleton policy

2012 Review: Indicate policy review complete2016 Review: Indicate policy review complete

JHD Exclusions and exemptions from school attendance

Adopted: 8 June 1995Reviewed: 10 June 2004Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 5 June 2014Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JHD Exclusions andexemptions from school attendance". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littletonpolicy is identical, with the exceptions of the phrase "(Littleton excludes the during the sameschool year)"

The language in the Littleton policy is awkward as it describes the exception, in reading thepolicy and MGL 71:37H, the law does not require a district to admit a student that was expelled.It is the reviewer's interpretation the intent of the Littleton policy is to not necessarily acceptstudents whom have been expelled. This is different than the MASC recommendation.

2014 review: Per updates to MGL cannot deny admission to school based on expulsion.Update the policy that the superintendent will consider the individual circumstances and thestudent will either be admitted or education services will be provided per requirements of MassGeneral Law.

Legal references:MGL 71:37H Rights of students who have been expelled and rights of the school

district related to admitting expelled students.

MGL 71:37H3/4Requirement for districts to provide education services to expelledstudents moving in district

MGL 76:12 Provides means for schools to pay for attendance at another district

MGL 7612A Attendance at schools to adjust racial imbalance

MGL 76:12B Definition of attendance at school other than the residence

03 CMR 26:00 Regulations for equal access to education and admission requirements.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Discuss with full committee intent of the exclusion,update the sentence appropriately.

2014 Recommendation; Adopt MASC recommendation

2016 review: The online MASC model appears out of date (18 Jan 2016), current Littleton policyreflects MGL Requirements. Note sent to M Gilbert on MASC Model.

2016 Policy Subcommittee recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

JI Student rights and responsibilities

Adopted: 10 June 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JI Student rights andresponsibilities". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal references:MGL 71:37H Conduct of students, Rights of students, publishing handbooks.

MGL 71:82 Student freedom of expression

MGL 71:83 Protection of student dress

MGL 71:84 Prohibition of disciplinary action for non-school sponsored activities

MGL 71:85 Enables SC to implement

MGL 71:86 Applicably of requirements to cities and towns

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review is complete.

2016 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JI Student rights andresponsibilities". During review performed 18 January 2016, the Littleton policy is identical.


JIB Student involvement in decision-making

Adopted: 8 June, 1995Reviewed: 10 June 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JIB Student involvementin decision-making". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal references:MGL 71:38M Establishes student advisory committee with chairman as ex-officio,

nonvoting member of the school committee.


2016 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JIB Student involvementin decision-making ". During review performed 18 January 2016, the Littleton policy is identical.


JIC Student conduct

Adopted: 15 March, 1973Revised: 8 June 1995Revised: 13 July 2004Revised: 3 January 2013Revised: 5 June 2014Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JIC Student conduct".During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is significantly different containingdetailed procedures for expulsion and discipline. Based on the sited source, the Littleton policymay be based on an earlier version of the MASC recommended policy. One possible reading ofMGL 71:37H, paragraph 2 could be read the School Committee must include detail aboutdisciplinary proceedings.

Notes:Section B:1 the text of the four reasons was updated to match the language of MGL17:37H & 37H½, Item d, was updated to reflect you can only expel due to a conviction,you may suspend a student when charged.

Removed detailed procedures on special needs students, reference legislation andregulation for procedures.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Accept edits and indicate review is complete.

2012 School committee discussion indicated a conflict within the policy, sent back for review.The phrase in conflict is the opening of Bullet 3. We have the phrase "Expulsion shall bedefined as permanent exclusion from the Littleton Public Schools. Upon receipt of therecommendation of the Superintendent, " Since this follows Item 2 where it says"appeal to the Superintendent, whose decision shall be final in so far as the schooldistrict is concerned. Appeals beyond the Superintendent may be taken to a court. "Counters the authority in the law of the principal and superintendent. In reading otherdistricts and MGL 76:17, The requirement is for any expulsion OTHER THAN MGL 71:37Hrequires due process by the School Committee.

Looking at the wording in Westford and Acton, Acton uses:

"Administrators at the building level may suspend students for all offenses inaccordance with the school's student handbook. Unless the offense is one governed byM.G.L. Ch. 71, Sections 37H or 37H1/2 (see above), only the school committee maymove to expel a student. Expulsion is defined as a student’s permanent exclusion fromthe Acton Public Schools/Acton Boxborough Regional School District. " We only have

half of this paragraph in our policy.

Westford uses a more direct: "For expulsions not included in MGL71:37H the followingpolicy shall be applied"

Policy subcommittee recommendation:

Reword "Appeals beyond the superintendent may be taken to court" to "In theevent the student wishes to challenge such decision, the student may bring thematter before the appropriate court or administrative agency. "

Change item 3 to:

Upon receipt of the recommendation of the Superintendent for expulsions notincluded in MGL71:37H the Committee will consider the expulsion of a studentas provided for in M.G. L. c.76, §16 and § 17. The following procedures willapply:

Paragraph B.1.d add language from 37H1/2 about suspending that havedetrimental effect

Paragraph B.5 fix end of sentence.

The addition of ".. not included in 71:37" to keep authority at the admin level forexpelling students as a for the serious offense defined in the law, and requiring SCreview for expelling students for all other reasons.

2014 review: The policy was reviewed to ensure compliance with updates April 2014 updates toDESE regulations.

Added in opening section report to DESE requirement:

The District will collect and annually report data to the DESE regarding in-schoolsuspensions, short- and long-term suspensions, expulsions, emergency removalsunder 603 CMR 53.07, access to education services under 603 CMR 53.13, and suchother information as may be required by the Department. Such data shall bereported in a manner and form directed by the DESE

A2B: add notification and appeal requirement:

The handbook/publication shall include procedures for notification, due process,and request for informal hearing. Long term suspensions (greater than 10consecutive or cumulative days) will only be imposed if other consequences havebeen considered and tried as appropriate, long term suspensions may be appealedto the superintendent.

A2B: Add all notifications sent in English and primary language spoken at home.

Item A2D: Strike current copying work as reason to suspend.

Item B1: Add:

All suspensions and expulsions under these conditions shall afford due processrequirements of the law and DESE regulations. The superintendent and principalsare empowered to use Emergency Removal authority as provided by DESEregulations.

Strike B1e: Expel on conviction, reword B1D to include conviction, updated law requiresdetermination that convicted student presents detrimental effect to the school.

Item B2: Removal of “or designee” DESE 603 CMR 53 requires the principal to makedecision, does not include authority to delegate.

Item B3b updates to clarify under SC hearing that notice also goes to parent/guardiannot just student.

Strike item B5, maximum suspension/expulsion is 90 days and student is allowed toreturn.

Add item B6 (now B5) to address requirement to provide educational services.

The superintendent/designee shall develop plans and procedures to provideeducational services to all students under long term suspension or expulsion.

Legal references:MGL 71:37H Establishes specific policy requirements for student conduct, defines

reasons a principal man expel a student.

MGL 71:37H½ Allows suspension and expelling students convicted of a felony

MGL 71:37H3/4: Rights and requirements to districts/students for non-37H expulsions

MGL 94c Definitions of controlled substances.

20 USC 1400 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) law specifyingrequirements for education of children with special needs.

34 CFR 300.530 From Title 34 Education, Authority of school personnel related toprocess and discipline procedures for children with disabilities

2016 Review: Adopt updated MASC language

JICA Student dress code

Adopted: 8 June 1995Reviewed: 10 June 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JICA Student dress code".During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

Legal references:

MGL 71:83 Protection of student dress, "School officials shall not abridge the rightsof students as to personal dress and appearance except if such officialsdetermine that such personal dress and appearance violate reasonablestandards of health, safety and cleanliness."

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review is complete.2016: Policy current with MASC recommendation, indicate review is complete

JICC Student conduct on school buses

Adopted: January 1999Reviewed: 10 June 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JICA Student conduct onschool buses". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is identical.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Indicate review is complete, remove duplicatepolicy from EEAEC. Discussion topic with the full committee, should the requirements of JICC-Rbe policy or approved procedures of the administration.

2016 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JICA Student conduct onschool buses". During review performed 18 January 2016, the Littleton policy is identical.

2016 recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

JICC-R Student conduct on school buses

Adopted: January 1999Reviewed: 30 September 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This documents procedures for suspending student bus privileges.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Recommend removal of this procedure from thepolicy manual and have incorporated from the administration as part of the student handbooks.Discussion topic with the full committee, should the requirements of JICC-R be policy orapproved procedures of the administration.

JICE Student publications

Adopted: 16 November 1995Reviewed: 13 July 2004Reviewed: 12 November 2012Reviesed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JICE Studentpublications". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is similar, perhapsbased on an earlier version of the policy.

Legal references:

MGL 71:82 Rights of students freedom of expression

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the text to the current MASCrecommendation.

2016 Review: During review on 18 January 2016 the Littleton policy is identical to the MASCmodel, except with the lines on distribution of literature.

2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy review completed.

13 Feb committee input during first reading , strike 2nd paragraph

JICFA Prohibition of hazing

Adopted: 16 April 1986Revised: 13 July 2004Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is based on the undated MASC model policy "JICFA Prohibition ofhazing". During review performed 7 October 2012, the Littleton policy is similar, perhaps basedon an earlier version of the policy. The Littleton title of this policy is "Practice of hazing"

Legal references:

MGL 268:17,18,19 Mass anti-hazing law defining and prohibiting hazing.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the text to the current MASCrecommendation, rename policy to "Prohibition of hazing"

2016 Review: The Littleton policy matches the MASC model as reviewed on 18 January 2016.

2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy reviewed as current.

13 Feb committee input during first reading, strike 2nd ,3rd, and 4th, paragraphs

JICFA-E Hazing

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 13 July 2004Rescinded: 12 November 2012

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is an exhibit containing extracts of MGL 268

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Remove from policy manual as unnecessary.

JICFB Bullying Prevention

Adopted: 26 August 2012Revised: 12 November 2012Revised: 21 November 2013Revised: 5 June 2014

Policy comments

2012 review: The origin of the Littleton policy is unknown and differs significantly from theMASC model policy in format and general content. The current MASC recommended policy isdated August 2010.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the text to the current MASCrecommendation.

2013 review: Updated to include new MGL language extending bullying to include staff. Addphrase “-or by a member of a school staff including, but not limited to, an educator,administrator, school nurse, cafeteria worker, custodian, bus driver, athletic coach, advisor to anextracurricular activity or paraprofessional” after “by one or more students”

2013 action: Update with revised MGL information.

2014 review: The bullying prevention policy is being updated to address 24 April 2014 updatesto MGL 71:37O with the following changes:

Under prevention and intervention plan:The District plan will acknowledge that certain students may be more vulnerableto becoming a target of bullying or harassment based on actual or perceiveddifferentiating characteristics, including race, color, religion, ancestry, nationalorigin, sex, socioeconomic status, homelessness, academic status, genderidentity or expression, physical appearance, pregnant or parenting status, sexualorientation, mental, physical, developmental or sensory disability or byassociation with a person who has or is perceived to have 1 or more of thesecharacteristics.

Under reporting:The District shall administer the DESE provided survey of school climate andprevalence, nature and severity of bullying in schools survey at least once every4 years.

The district shall annually report bullying incident data to the Department ofElementary and Secondary Education utilizing the required DESE providedformat.

The superintendent will have the district plan updated with new proceduralrequirements.

Legal references:

Title VII, Section 703, Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended: Title VII Civil rights act of1964,as amended by EEO of 1972: prohibits discrimination against an individual basedon particular race, color, religion, sex, or national origin and other criteria.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 : prohibits the use of federal money withdiscrimination in education programs and to provide individual citizens effectiveprotection against those practices.

603 CMR 26:00: Regulations requiring equal access to educations

M.G.L. 71:37O: Requirements to develop bullying prevention programs, prohibits schoolbullying.

M.G.L 265:43: Defines "stalking" as a crime, definition of practices is consistent withthose of bullying. This section also specifies punishment.

M.G.L 43A: Defines pattern of conduct over time as criminal harassment

M.G.L 268:13B: Defines “harass shall mean to engage in any act directed at a specificperson or persons, which act seriously alarms or annoys such person or persons andwould cause a reasonable person to suffer substantial emotional distress."

M.G.L 269:14A Includes uses of electronic communications as means of non-verbalcommunication.



13 Feb committee input during first reading, refer to legal to see if policy could be shortened.

JICG Use of tobacco products on school property

Adopted: September 30, 1991Revised: August 12, 1993Reviewed: October 14, 1993Reviewed: June 8, 1995Revised: July 13, 2004Rescinded: January 3, 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: This policy is redundant, policy ADC prohibits all tobacco use on premises andduring school events.

JICH Drug and alcohol use by students

Adopted: July 1970Revised: 29 March 1973Revised: 8 June 1995Revised: 13 July 2004Revised: 3 January 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2013, the Littleton policy is virtuallyidentical to the undated MASC policy. The difference in that the MASC policy uses the phrase"drugs and alcohol" where the Littleton policy only references alcohol.

Legal references:

M.G.L. 272:40A: Mass law prevents consumption of alcohol on school premises. Thelaw allows for the school committee to authorize public or non-profit organization tosell alcohol during non-school events. Littleton's policy does not allow for such sales.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation: Update the text to the current MASCrecommendation to encompass both drugs and alcohol.


2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy reviewed as current.Mat 2016 review: Update with revised MASC language, per updates in MGL

JICJ Weapons

Adopted: June 1, 1993Revised: January 27, 1994Revised: July 13, 2004Revised: October 7, 2004Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2013, the Littleton policy paraphraseelements of MGL Chapter 269 Section 10 Paragraph J prohibiting weapons on school grounds.MASC has no similar policy.

Legal references:

M.G.L. 269:10: Law on carrying dangerous weapons, prohibits weapons on schoolgrounds, requires faculty/staff to immediately notify.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation Rescind the policy as unnecessary to restate Masslaw. The current Littleton policy makes no exception to allow Law Enforcement Officers to carrytheir weapons on school premises.

JIE Pregnant Students

Adopted: 13 March 2008Reviewed: 3 January 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2013, the Littleton policy contained ascanned copy of the policy. The text of the policy is identical to the MASC model policy. TheLittleton policy did not contain the legal cross references.

Legal references:

M.G.L 71:84: Prohibits schools from expelling pregnant students, however, does allowfor the provision of physician certification student is able to continue in the schools.

Title IX: 20 USC 1681: Prohibition of policies related to the sex of an individual.

34 CFR 106.40(b) Code of Federal Registry providing specific protections for pregnantstudents.

2012 Policy subcommittee recommendation Update the policy to current MASCrecommendation and legal references.



JIH Interrogations and Searches

Adopted: 8 June 1995Revised: 3 January 2013Revised: 13 June 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2013, the Littleton policy is identical tothe MASC model policy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion. Policy JIHB is similar and adds 3 requirements to theprocess of conducting the search and notification. These elements should be incorporated intopolicy JIH, and rescind policy JIHB.

2012 Policy recommendation: Add to policy JIH items 2,3 and 4 to the section "Searches bystaff" , reword these for consistency with in the policy.

Students and their personal belongings, including student vehicles, are subject tosearch by school personnel. In order for school personnel to search a student orhis/her belongings, there must be a reasonable basis for suspecting that the searchwould reveal evidence that the student has violated the law or school rules. In theevent of a search of a student or his belongings, parents will be notified of the searchand the results thereof as soon as practical.

Except as otherwise necessary due to exigent circumstances, searches will beconducted by a school administrative staff member in the presence of anotheradult. In all cases, the nature of the search must be reasonably related to theobject sought and not excessively intrusive in light of the age and gender of the child.

In the event a student is found to be in possession of an object or substance which maygive rise to a crime, such object or substance will be given to the police. Other objectsor substances, which are prohibited by school rules or are otherwise disruptive to theschool environment, may be held by school officials for later return to the student’sparents.

When school officials refer a student to the police the student’s parents will be notifiedas soon as practical

2013 update: The superintendent request language authorizing the use of police dogs inconducting drug searches. A public discussion was requested by the School Committee to review therevised language. Draft:

Add as 2nd paragraph

The Board acknowledges that while all persons are constitutionally protected againstunreasonable searches and seizures, the need to maintain a safe and healthy schoolenvironment may involve searches of persons, possessions, lockers and vehicles.

No student may use a locker or automobiles a depository for a substance or object which isprohibited by law, or which constitutes a threat to the health, safety or welfare of the occupantsof the school building or the school grounds

Add 4th paragraph (Except as otherwise ...)

The Superintendent may request police assistance to conduct canine drug searches. Just priorto the search, the principal will announce the search and order all hallways or parking lotscleared until the search is completed. All classroom doors must be closed and lessons should becarried on as planned during a canine locker search. No dogs will be permitted to searchindividuals or to enter classrooms.

6 June Public Hearing: The full committee requested the "Procedures" in paragraph 7 be removed andretain the restriction of not searching individuals. The revised paragraph will be:

The Superintendent may request police assistance to conduct drug searches includingthe use of drug sniffing animals (e.g. dogs) or technical devices. No animals ordevices will be permitted to search individuals or to enter occupied classrooms.

2016 review: Policy reflects practices by Littleton and variation from MASC recommendation.Indicate policy review complete.

JIHB Interrogations and Searches

Adopted: 8 June 1995Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2013, there is no corresponding MASCpolicy.

2012 Policy subcommittee discussion. Policy JIH is similar, this policy adds some specificelements, which should be incorporated into policy JIH, and rescind policy JIHB.

2012 Policy recommendation: Update policy JIB and rescind JIHB

JJD Student fees, fines and charges

Adopted: 1September 2005Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy is identical toMASC policy JQ of the same title.

2012 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy, update text in Policy JQ.

JJF Student Activity Accounts

Adopted: 2 November 2005Reviewed: 3 January 2013Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy is virtuallyidentical to MASC policy JJF of the same title.

2016 Policy recommendation: Reviewed with superintendent and business manager,recommend to approve. Update to current MASC language, keep sentence “not considered partof appropriated budget” in opening paragraph.

JJFA Disposition of Student Activity Accounts

Adopted: 10 June 2010Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, there is no corresponding MASCpolicy. In review of other districts

2012 Policy recommendation: Reviewed with superintendent to identify our accounts andprocedures, this procedure is not needed as policy

JJIB Interscholastic Athletics

Adopted: 16 December 1995Revised: 12 November2001Revised: 16 November 2006Reviewed: 25 April 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

This policy is based on the undated MASC model regulation "JJIB Interscholastic Athletics".During review performed 11 December 2011, the Littleton policy is substantially similar withparagraphs added to identify the objectives of the High School and Middle School athleticprograms.

During the 15 December 2011 School Committee meeting, one member requested review ofthis policy.

During the 18 January 2012 Policy subcommittee meeting the policy was reviewed. The sub-committee voted that the policy reflects current objectives of the athletics program andrecommended that a full committee discussion be scheduled to discuss this policy.

2016 Review: The policy differs slightly from the MASC model (See previous review).

2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

JJIF Concussion and sports injury

Interim adopted: 15 December 2011Revised: 2 February 2012Adopted: 16 February 2012Reviewed: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

The interim policy is based on the policy developed by the Fitchburg School district. At the timeof adoption, MASC had not produced a model policy and Dept. Public Health had not publishedfinal regulations on concussions. This policy was adopted as interim pending final publicationand review of the MASC policies.

During the policy sub-committee meeting on 18 January 2012, the MASC model policy wasreviewed and determined to repeat much of the DPH CMR. One area the sub-committeedetermined was of significance and concern is the re-entry of injured student to both athleticand educational activities. The sub-committee voted to add the phrase "Graduated reentryplans for return to full academic and extracurricular activities should be considered." The intentof this addition is that all aspects of reentry to school will be considered. An example usedduring discussion is a student that suffers from a concussion in a sports activity, theirparticipation in other activities (i.e. school play) and classroom activities will be governed by there-entry plan.

2016 review: keep current policy. Next review may want to re-evaluate MASC language.

JKAA Restraint of students in Littleton Public Schools

Adopted: 13 June 2013Revised: 10 December 2015

Policy comments

May update: 603 CMR 406 is the guiding regulation and MASC policy JKAA merely parrots itback. The committee thoughts on these regulations are if there is a state requirement and wemust follow it we do not need a policy for it. If the district wants additional requirements wecan consider codifying that as policy, otherwise as directed by the regulation the administrationwill develop the procedures and publish them (406.03 Procedures and training). Afterdiscussion with the superintendent, the comprehensive district review requires a district policyon restraint.

The MASC model will be streamlined to direct the administration to follow 603 CMR 46.

2015 policy review: Updates to MGL require updates to the restraint policy, adopt revised MASClanguage.

Legal references:

G.L. 71:37G - Mass Law on use of physical restraint and prohibition against corporalpunishment.

603 CMR 46 -- DESE regulations and requirements for physical restraint. Includestraining requirements, development of procedures and reporting.

JLC Student Health Services and Requirements

Adopted: 25 April 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2013 review: During review performed on 3 February 2013, Littleton has not adopted thisrecommended MASC policy. Littleton is using older reference policies JS, JSA and JSB.

2013 Policy recommendation: Review with administration and MASC policy JLC to adopt.Recommend rescind JS, JSA, and JSB.

2016 Review: The Littleton policy is similar to the MASC policy with minor differences.2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

JLCD Administering Medicines to Students

Adopted: 25 April 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016Revised: 12 May 2016

Policy comments

2013 review: During review performed on 3 February 2013, Littleton has not adopted thisrecommended MASC policy. Littleton is using older reference policies JSB.

Legal references:

G.L. 71:54B - Mass Law on administering medication in school settings. Authorizes DPHto establish regulations. Has specific provisions for Diabetes, cystic fibrosis and asthmamedicine.

Dept. of Public Health Regulations: 105 CMR 210.00 -- DPH Regulations onadministering medicine in schools.

2013 Policy recommendation: Review with administration and MASC policy JLCD to adopt.Recommend rescind JSB. Lexington policy has introduction to authorize nurse to obtain DPHauthorization for admin of medicine in emergency and field trips. Littleton to use this language,the MASC model policy does not allow this.

2016 Recommendation: Keep with current language, indicate policy review complete.

2016 Update, MASC released updated guidance stemming from MASS General Law updateregarding Narcan. Adopt the updated MASC Language.

JLCG Restraint of students in Littleton Public Schools

Adopted: 11 October 2001Reviewed: 26 February 2009Rescinded: 25 April 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy does notappear in the MASC model policies. It is not clear that Littleton requires this policy. Thecontrolling regulation is 603 CMR 46.00. As written the policy provides no provisions beyondthe state requirements.

2013 Policy recommendation: Review with administration and MASC policy JKAA to determineneed and which policy to base updates upon. Recommend rescind.

9 May update: 603 CMR 406 is the guiding regulation and MASC policy JKAA merely parrots itback. The committee thoughts on these regulations is if there is a state requirement and wemust follow it we do not need a policy for it. If the district wants additional requirements wecan consider codifying that as policy, otherwise as directed by the regulation the administrationwill develop the procedures and publish them (406.03 Procedures and training). Afterdiscussion with the superintendent, the comprehensive district review requires a district policyon restraint. Policy JKAA will be developed.

JLCG-P Physical Restraint Procedures

Adopted: 11 October 2001Reviewed: 26 February 2009Rescinded: 25 April 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy does notappear in the MASC model policies. It is not clear that Littleton requires this policy. Thecontrolling regulation is 603 CMR 46.00. As written the policy provides no provisions beyondthe state requirements.

2012 Policy recommendation: Policy not needed.

JLG Homeless students: Enrollment rights and services

Adopted: 20 October 2005Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy does notappear in the MASC model policies. It is not clear that Littleton requires this policy. Thecontrolling law is No Child Left Behind which requires providing services to homeless children.As written the policy provides no provisions beyond the law requirements.

2012 Policy recommendation: Policy not needed, law requires we provide services.

JP Student Gifts and Solicitations

Adopted: 1 September 2005Reviewed: 25 April 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

During review performed on 30 January 2013, the Littleton policy is similar to MASC policy JP"Student Gifts and Solicitations". Littleton delegates approval of solicitation for charitablepurposes to the principals.

2013 Recommendation: No changes to existing policy.

2016 Recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

JQ Student fees, fines and charges

Adopted: 11 November 2001Revised: 3 January 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy is similar toMASC policy JQ "Student fees, fines and charges. This policy is virtually identical to policy JJD.MASC does not reference MGL authorizing charging for supplies. Littleton has chosen to use thewords "free and reduced lunch" vs. "indigent" to identify students who qualify.

2012 Policy recommendation: Update this policy with text from JJD, rescind JJD, and incorporateJQA into this policy

2016 review: policy is current, indicate review is complete.

JQA Student fees: Subsidization policy

Adopted: 22 September 2005Rescinded: 3 January 2013

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, this is a local policy with noequivalent in the MASC model policies.

2012 Policy recommendation: Update policy JQ to consolidate the intent of this policy, thenrescind this policy as unneeded.

JRA Student Records

Adopted: 1 September 2005Revised: 3 November 2005Revised: 3 January 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

Policy comments

2012 review: During review performed on 18 November 2012, the Littleton policy differs fromthe MASC model policy. Parts of the text are similar, perhaps based on an earlier version. TheLittleton policy contains provisions to release certain information as "directory" which isallowable under 603 CMR 23.07(4). The MASC model policy prohibits any release.

Legal references:Family education rights and privacy act Public Law 93-380: Controlling law on privacy ofstudent education records. Defines and allows release of directory information.

Public Law 103-382: Improving America's Schools Act. Section 439, Protection ofstudents rights provides protections for release of pupil information.

MGL 66:10: Access to public records law.

MGL 71:34A,B,D,E,H: Mass general laws on transcripts, student records and access.

603 CMR 23.00: DESE regulations on student records.

Note: The MASC model policy includes reference to "Student records: Questions,Answers and Guidelines" This reference has been deleted from the Littleton policybased on the statement at the DESE web site indicating the information is out of date.

2012 Policy recommendation: Update policy JRA to MASC reference language and include thelocal exemptions to release certain information as "directory"

2016 Review: Indicate policy is current and reviewed.

JRA-P1 Student Records

Adopted: 1 September 2005Revised: 5 January 2006Rescinded: 3 January 2013

2012 Policy comments: This policy is specifying a form letter for parents to "Opt-Out" ofproviding directory information.

2012 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy, include the information in the Studenthandbooks.

JRA-P2 Student Records

Adopted: 1 September 2005Revised: 5 January 2006Rescinded: 3 January 2013

2012 Policy comments: This policy is specifying a form letter for parents to "Opt-Out" ofproviding directory information to military recruiters.

2012 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy, include the information in the High SchoolStudent handbook.

JRD Student Photographs

Adopted: 1 September 2005Reviewed: 3 January 2013Reviewed: 25 February 2016

2012 Policy comments: During review performed on 18 November 2013, the Littleton policy isidentical to the MASC model policy.

2012 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

2016 Policy comments: During review performed on 18 January 2016, the Littleton policy isidentical to the MASC model policy.


JS Student Health Care Policy

Adopted: 18 June 2009Rescinded: 25 April 2013

2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 20 January 2013, the Littleton policy is notpresent in the MASC model policy manual. There is a similar policy JLC "Student health servicesand requirements"

2012 Policy recommendation: Discuss with administration, consider rescinding this policy andadopt recommended policy JLC.

JSA Immunization


During review performed on 20 January 2013, the Littleton policy is not present in the MASCmodel policy manual. Mass General Law requires students to be immunized prior to admissionto school. Littleton has in place Policy JF "School admission and residency" which requiresimmunization. It is not necessary to have this policy.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy.

JSB Medical Administration Policy


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 20 January 2013, the Littleton policy is notpresent in the MASC model policy manual. There is a similar policy JLCD "Administeringmedicine to students"

2013 Policy recommendation: Review this policy with administration considering policy jlcd andDPH regulations.

Section K: School Community-Home RelationsPolicy Code Description

KA School-Community Relations GoalsKA-P School/Community Relations GoalsKBA School/Parent Relations GoalsKBE Relations with Parent OrganizationsKCB Community Involvement in Decision-MakingKCD Public Gifts and Donations to SchoolsKDB Public’s Right to KnowKDCB District Website PolicyKDCB-P1 District Website Policy ProceduresKDCB-R District Website Policy RegulationsKDD News Media Relations/News ReleasesKDF Use of E-Mail ListsKE Non-Personnel Public ComplaintsKEB Public Complaints about School PersonnelKEB-R Public Complaints about School PersonnelKEC Public Complaints about the Curriculum or Instructional MaterialsKHA Public Solicitations in the SchoolsKHB Advertising in the SchoolsKI Visitors to the SchoolsKJA Relations with Booster OrganizationsKLG Relations with Police Authorities

KA School-Community relations goal

Adopted: 22 September 2005Revised: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policydiffers from the MASC model policy. Littleton’s policy KA and KA-P may be based on an earlierversion of the policy.

2013 Policy recommendation: Update KA to the current MASC recommendation and removeKA-P.

KA-P School-Community relations goal

Adopted: 22 September 2005Rescinded: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: This policy to be incorporated into KA.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind as unnecessary with the incorporation into KA.

KBA School/Parent relations goal

Adopted: 22 September 2005Reviewed: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policy isidentical to the MASC model policy.

2013 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete with no changes

KBE Relations with parent organizations


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policy issimilar to the MASC model policy, differing in the opening paragraph and voting procedures torecognize organizations.

Based on the size of the district and success of current policy, no changes are necessary,

2013 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete with no changes.

KCB Community involvement in decision-making


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policy issimilar to the MASC model policy, differing in the opening paragraph and closing paragraphs.

Current practices of the Committee and Superintendent select individuals in advisory roles usean interview process for selection. The additional language in the MASC model policy placingadditional significance to outside organizations/individuals is not incorporated into the localpolicy.

2013 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete with no changes

KCD Public gift and donations to schools


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policydiffers from the MASC model policy. Littleton’s policy may be based on an earlier version of thepolicy.

The updated MASC policy is more direct and allows the Superintendent to accept gifts on behalfof the district.

Legal Refs:MGL 71:37A -- Allows school districts to accept gifts, specifies how funds are to be held.

2013 Policy recommendation: Adopt the MASC model policy, keep local policy of gifts > $5,000require SC approval.

KDB Public’s right to know

Adopted: 22 September 2005Revised: 8 March 2007Reviewed: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: The policy is similar to the MASC model policy. Upon detailed review,the policy does not specify requirements beyond the Open Meeting Law, various Mass laws onprivacy of personnel records.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind as unneeded policy, standard information releasepractices already provide the items of this policy. In further discussion with the superintendenthe indicated this policy has been useful in certain situations when working with the public.Indicate policy review complete.

KDCB District Web site policy

Adopted: 31 December 2001Revised: 5 January 2006Rescind: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: The policy is not present in the MASC recommendation. It appears thispolicy was originally written when WEB sites where not a common school district item anddetailed policy and procedures needed to be specified.

This policy is not standard practice and outdated. Communication medium and procedures arethe responsibility of the Superintendent.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind as not necessary.

KDCB-P1 District Web site policy parent permission form

Adopted: 31 December 2001Revised: 5 January 2006Rescinded: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: The policy is not present in the MASC model policy guide.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind in conjunction with Policy KDCB

KDCB-r District Web site regulations

Adopted: 5 January 2006Rescinded: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: The policy is not present in the MASC model policy guide

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind in conjunction with Policy KDCB

KDD News media relations/News releases


2013 Policy comments: The Littleton policy is similar to the MASC model policy. Littleton addsthe statement authorizing the Superintend to be the official spokesman in times of emergency.


KDF Use of e-mail lists

Adopted: 21 August 2003Rescinded: 21 November 2013

2013 Policy comments: This policy is not present in the MASC model policies. The policy wascreated initially when Email was becoming a communication medium to the public. Over timethe use of this technology has matured and this policy is no longer required.

2013 Policy recommendation: Recommend to rescind, allow super to set procedures as part ofDistrict/Parent communication procedures.

KE Public complaints



2013 Policy recommendation: Rename the Littleton Policy from “Non-Personnel Publiccomplaints” to “Public Complaints”, incorporate KEB, accept this policy as revised and rescindpolicies KEB,KEB-R as non-necessary case specific policies.

KEB Public complaints about school personnel



2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy, incorporate into KE.

KEB-R Public complaints about school personnel


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September, the Littleton policy isidentical to the MASC model policy.

2013 Policy recommendation: Rescind this policy, policy KE is sufficient

KEC Public complaints about curriculum and instructional materials




KHA Public solicitations in the schools



Legal Refs:MGL 44:53A – Specifies procedures for accepting gifts from organizations.


KHB Advertising in the schools

Adopted: 22 September 2005Revised: 20 May 2016

2012 Policy comments: The policy subcommittee surveyed the advertising policies of Acton,Westford and Chelmsford and hosted two public hearings on types of advertising allowed onschool athletic fields.

2012 Policy recommendation: Based on public feedback during the two open hearings, it wasnot desired to allow advertising in the schools. No action taken on this policy

2013: School Committee requested investigation into items of recognition such asplaques/placards noting a donation.

2016: review recommendation: Hold public hearing to allow placard/plaques for donation tofund facilities, clean up language to recognize yearbook ads, and advertising as part ofeducational objectives.

KI Visitors to the schools


2013 Policy comments: During review performed on 15 September 2013, the Littleton policy issimilar to the MASC model policy.

2013 Policy recommendation:

Revise Paragraph 3 from:

“The following guidelines to classroom and school visits should be followed”

to:

“The following guidelines to classroom and school visits are to be followed and it isnoted that the principal has final approval decision even if the request is providedwithin the minimum timeframes.”

Change item 1 from “mutually agreeable” to “1 school day”, to make clear requests must bemade in advance.

Change item 3 from “it is requested all visitors the Principal’s office … sign in” to “all visitorsreport to the office and sign the visitor log” To clarify all visitors MUST sign in.

Change item 5 from “24 hours” to “one complete school day” to indicate Sunday notification forMonday visit is not acceptable.

KJA Relations with booster organizations



2013 Policy recommendation: Indicate review is complete

KLG Relations with police authorities



2013 Policy recommendation: Indicate review is complete

Section L: Education Agency RelationsPolicy Code Description

LA Education Agency Relations GoalsLB Relations with Other Schools and School DistrictsLDA Student Teaching, Internships, Research Partnerships

LA Education agency relations and goals

Adopted: 22 September 2005Reviewed: 10 June 2013Reviewed: 12 November 2015

2012 Policy comments: During review performed on 24 March 2013, the Littleton policy isidentical to the MASC model policy.


2012 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.2015 Policy recommendation: Indicate policy review complete.

LB Relations with other schools and school districts

Adopted: 22 September 2005Reviewed: 10 June 2013Reviewed: 12 November2015



LEGAL REFS.:M.G.L. 40:4E Details requirements for working with Education CollaborativesM.G.L. 71:48 Authorization to purchase textbooks and suppliesM.G.L. 71:71D Authorizes prepayment of 3 months tuition for students under

CH 71BM.G.L. 71B:4 Authorizes agreement with any other school committee to

jointly provide special educationM.G.L. 74:4 through 74:7A Establishes Vocational Educations districtsM.G.L. 76:1 Establishes School Attendance requirements for all children


LDA Student teaching, internships and research partnerships

Adopted: 22 September 2005Reviewed: 10 June 2013Reviewed: 12 November 2015




littleton school committee policy review handbook · 2012 review: this policy is based on the...

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