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WHEREAS: The Cambridge Public Schools aims to provide safe, reliable, and transparent transportation for all students, including those attending out-of-district placements; and

WHEREAS: Families and caregivers deserve peace of mind regarding the safety and location of their students during transportation to and from out-of-district placements; and

WHEREAS: There is a current lack of student tracking capability that limits the ability for families and caregivers to monitor the location of students who attend schools out-of-district; now therefore be it

RESOLVED: That the Cambridge School Committee directs the administration to explore and evaluate the feasibility of implementing tracking solutions such as Apple AirTags or comparable technology to provide families and caregivers of out-of-district students with real-time access to their students’ location while in transit; and be it further

RESOLVED: That this exploration should consider:

1. The cost, effectiveness, and limitations of Apple AirTags or similar devices.
2. Privacy and safety concerns for students and families.
3. Options for device management, data security, and adherence to relevant district policies and regulations.
4. Communication and support plans for families opting to use this service.