The administration, on behalf of the board and the school district, may hold a news conference or respond to a request for an interview with the news media. The administration shall respond accurately, openly, honestly, and objectively to inquires from the news media about the school district.
News conferences and interviews planned or prearranged for school district activities shall include the board and the administration. News conferences for issues requiring an immediate response may be held by the administration. It shall be within the discretion of the administration to determine whether a news conference or interview shall be held to provide an immediate response to an issue.
It shall be the responsibility of the administration to keep the board apprised of news conferences and interviews.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§21.4, 22, 279.8 (1991)
Cross Reference: 1001 Public Communication
Approved: 6-08-92
Reviewed: 6-14-21
Revised: 1-12-98
