Policy No. 4220 Sensitive Materials

Sensitive Materials

The Board of Education is committed to prioritizing the safety and rights of students regarding instructional materials, in full compliance with state and federal laws. This policy is designed to protect students from the harmful effects of illicit materials, particularly pornography. Instructional materials identified as objective sensitive materials or subjective sensitive materials, as defined in 53G-10-103, are prohibited from all school settings.

The Board directs the Superintendent and district administrators to establish detailed procedures to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of this policy. These procedures must ensure compliance with all legal requirements and prioritize the safety and rights of students in all instructional settings.

General Provisions

Employees of the district are prohibited from exposing students to sensitive materials. Employees shall prioritize protecting children from the harmful effects of illicit pornography over other considerations in selecting and evaluating instructional materials.  

Legal References:

Utah Code: 53G-10-103
Utah Code: 53G-10-202
Utah Code: 76-10-1201
Utah Code: 76-10-1203
Utah Code: 76-10-1227
Utah Code: 76-10-1235
USBE Administrative Rule: R277-628
USBE Administrative Rule: R277-700-4, 5, and 6.
USBE Administrative Rule: R277-217

Approved by Board of Education: 6/20/24