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Sheriff's deputy to serve as school resource officer
What happened
On April 15, 2026, the board voted 5-0 to approve an agreement with Rich County for a school resource officer from the Sheriff's Office. The district will negotiate the cost each year.
Why it matters to families
A school resource officer is a law officer working in schools. Whether the deputy wears a body camera will follow Sheriff's policy, and discipline matters go to school leaders.
The evidence
The April 15 agenda lists the agreement with time for public input. The minutes describe its sections on duties, training, dismissal and discipline referrals and record the 5-0 vote.
The source
April 15, 2026 board minutesSee the full record for Rich School District.
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