FOIA Requests

Freedom of Information Act

The Salem School District is committed to providing prompt access to all records subject to disclosure under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allows the public to request existing public records from public agencies, including School Districts.  Submitting questions is not an appropriate FOIA request. 

To request a copy of public records under CT-FOIA:

• Submit your request in writing to the District.  You may make your request to the Superintendent’s office, Freedom of Information Coordinator, Jennifer Kayser (Executive Assistant to the Superintendent).    
• The District will acknowledge receipt of requests within 4 business days.
  • The District may seek clarification, as needed.
  • The District /Department(s) having custody of the requested record(s) will conduct a search for the records in the ordinary course of business and in the order received.
  • As appropriate and necessary, records will be reviewed to determine whether any or all of the record is exempt from disclosure under CT-FOIA. If the District determines a record, in whole or in part, is exempt, it will provide notice.

Requesters should be aware that the District receives many requests for information under FOIA, and that District personnel require time to gather and review responsive records. The District works to provide complete responses, but doing so takes time, and patience is requested and appreciated, as these requests are fulfilled.  FOIA requests will be responded to in accordance with Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-206(a) and §1-212(a).

 

Board of Education Policy #9330 Board/School District Records Policy