Board Policy 5150, Student Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Expression, & Right to Assemble, provides guidelines related to student expression on Washoe County School District property and at district sponsored events.  The proposed revisions update definitions, delete redundant language contained in other policies and regulations, and updates language to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and case law.

The public comment period for this policy is open until 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025.  Please submit comments to Policy@washoeschools.net

Board Policy 7610, Public Records Requests, provides information to members of the public on how to inspect and copy public records in compliance with Nevada's Public Records Act.  The proposed revisions clarifies language throughout the policy and removes redundancies.

The public comment period for this policy is open until 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025.  Please submit comments to Policy@washoeschools.net

Board Policy 1600, Public Complaint and Resolution Process, explains the process parents, legal guardians, emancipated minors, and/or members of the public residing in the Washoe County School District may voice general concerns about district services or the delivery thereof.  The proposed revisions update and clarify language throughout the policy.

The public comment period for this policy is open until 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025.  Please submit comments to Policy@washoeschools.net

Board Policy 5700, Safe and Respectful Learning Environment, highlights the Board's commitment to create and safe and respectful learning environment. as outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS).  The proposed revisions update the policy to comply with changes to NRS based on Senate Bill (SB) 277 from the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session.

The public comment period for this policy is open until 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025.  Please submit comments to Policy@washoeschools.net

Board Policy 9070, Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, & Administrative Procedures/Manuals, outlines the process in which the Board of Trustees and Superintendent adopt, repeal, or amend Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Administrative Procedures/Manuals.  The proposed revisions update language making certain sections discretionary and create a new series of governing documents.

The public comment period for this policy is open until 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2025.  Please submit comments to Policy@washoeschools.net