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New staff-student communication policy required by state law

School District of Elmbrook · By Ben Guzovsky · Published Nov 10, 2026, 4:10 AM UTC · Board record: Aug 11, 2026

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What happened

The board took up Policy 4404 on staff-student relations for approval in August, after a July first reading. A new Wisconsin law (Act 89) requires every district to adopt rules on appropriate communication between employees or volunteers and students.

Why it matters to families

It sets limits on how adults communicate with students, including digital contact.

The evidence

The Aug. 11 agenda lists the second reading and cites Wis. Stat. 118.08(7), effective March 8, 2026.

The source

Aug. 11, 2026 board agenda

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