**GBI - STAFF PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL ACTIVITIES** **Last Updated Date:** 03/25/2014 **Adoption Date:** 01/10/2006 The School Committee recognizes that employees of the school system have the same fundamental civic responsibilities and privileges as other citizens. Among these are campaigning for an elective public office and holding an elective or appointive office. In connection with campaigning, an employee will not: use school system facilities, equipment or supplies; discuss his/her campaign with school personnel or students during the working day; or use any time during the working day for campaigning purposes. Under no circumstances, will students be pressured into campaigning for any staff member. **Policy References:** M.G.L. 71:44