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with the oldest or only child in a family. This would eliminate duplicates. It was also suggested that notices go home only one day a week and that they are color-coded so parents can quickly determine if the information is from the classroom teacher, PTA, or administration. This can be a topic for a future SBC meeting. The discussion next turned to SBC membership. We are currently recruiting parents to join SBC, and are aware that some, in addition to those present, have expressed interest in SBC but could not attend today.Additionally, we should reach out to kindergarten families to inform them about SBC, as they may not yet be aware of the council. Ms. Gray alerted the SBC to a new topic: the superintendent has asked for feedback on new dress code,which was distributed to the group. The proposed elementary school dress code is as follows: There is no formal dress code at[SCHOOL NAME]. Students are asked to wear clothing that is appropriate to the importance of school and learning, and clothing that will not interfere with students taking part readily in the normal learning activities of the school day. Students may not wear clothing which significantly distracts from the school's purposes or routines. Students may not wear clothing that has writing or symbols which may cause disruption or be offensive to others, including clothing that promotes drug or alcohol use.Students may not wear hats or have the hood up on hoodies inside the building. Ms. Gray explained that the dress code is not a problem at Bridge. She noted that this new policy gives each school's leadership discretion in applying the policy,which is helpful. A question was brought up about high school dress code. Some towns have prohibited university or college gear from being worn at the high school to prevent stress; is this something for Lexington to consider? The group had differing opinions about this suggestion. Some wondered if it would be seen as an infringement on freedom of speech,while others thought it was an intriguing way to discuss the causes of stress in our community.While the group was undecided, Ms. Gray said she would pass the idea onto the superintendent for her consideration. Our next meeting is Friday, October 27, 8:00-8:30 AM, in the Bridge School Library. Topics for that meeting will include: a) Bridge Learns and b) the town's revised Homework Policy. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 AM. Submitted by, Kimberly Hensle Lowrance Bridge SBC Co-Chair For additional information, visit httpseIIIps.lexinatonma.org Pam 7920 or contact.Meg Colella, Principal and SBC Chair, mcolella@1exinatonma.ora, and Kimberly Hensle Lowrance, Parent Representative and Co-Chair, khensle(@amail.com. 2