Aug. 11: Ralston School Board faces new law, absenteeism concerns and bond updates - Flatwater Free Press

Aug. 11: Ralston School Board faces new law, absenteeism concerns and bond updates - Flatwater Free Press

The Ralston Public Schools Board of Education opened its Monday meeting with public comment on Nebraska’s newly enacted LB 89, the Stand With Women Act. Holly Richie of Rainbow Parents of Nebraska urged the board to prepare for potential challenges that the law may create for coaches and staff, including increased bullying and absenteeism among transgender students.  Superintendent Jason Buckingham reported a smooth start to the school year, tha…