Sarah shared a draft of proposed edits to the Seclusion & Restraint Policy based on recommendations from Ms. Lewis.  The proposal doesn't change any existing information, but adds further clarification on several topics.  

Suggested edits from the commitee:

1. Add a reference the study regarding "Wayne" at the bottom.
2. Add a reference to the specific Act in the policy.
3. Under III.A.1. On timing, one references "as soon as possible", the other is "by the end of the day".  End of the day is what is allowable, so we can use that wording moving forward for consistency.
4. III.B. When it states notify in writing, what forms are allowed.  Please add "attempting the fastest method first".

The committee recommended this policy move forward to the Board for review after these edits are made.

Ms. Tate shared 3 updates to the safety plan based on suggestions from the fire and police walk through and the new gate installation.

The committee recommended this updated version be submitted to the relevant state entities as required.

Ms. Tate shared that as part of the closure we need to have a Records Retention Policy.  She is working now with the school attorney to get one drafted and will share with committee members once done.  Depending on deadlines with the state, we may need to move it directly to a board meeting agenda for approval.  She will update the committee once she finds out more.

Ms. Tate also shared our next meeting will be held in May in case there are any remaining closure items that we need to review.