May 12, 2026Board meeting
Citrus County School Board Regular School Board Meeting
The board meeting featured a showcase of the Lanto Middle School speech and debate team, which included a demonstration of a legislative debate format. The core discussion involved a proposed bill to install security cameras in classrooms to prevent misconduct and ensure student safety. Arguments for the bill centered on the potential for cameras to act as a deterrent to bullying, provide evidence for disciplinary issues, and offer a layer of protection for both students and teachers. Arguments against the bill highlighted concerns regarding student privacy, the financial burden on the school district, the effectiveness of surveillance in actual prevention of misconduct, and potential conflict with federal privacy laws.