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Ceremony conduct policy returned for further work
What happened
On October 27, Carmel trustees gave a first reading to a proposed ceremony conduct policy, then sent it back for more work. One trustee proposed more detailed rules for flags, signs and conduct; members disagreed about how specific the policy should be.
Why it matters to families
The eventual rules could affect students and families at graduation and moving-up ceremonies, including personal expression and removal for disruption.
The evidence
The board read the draft and discussed a more detailed alternative. The proposal was returned for further committee work; it was not adopted at this meeting.
The source
Board of Education meeting October 27, 2026See the full record for Carmel Central School District.
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