In a recent meeting of the Franklin Regional School District, officials discussed a significant opportunity for the district to participate in class action lawsuits related to social media litigation. Mr. Mather highlighted the potential benefits of joining these lawsuits, which are being led by a national law firm in collaboration with local attorney Tom King.

The district previously engaged in a successful class action suit concerning vaping, which resulted in a financial compensation of approximately $75,000. Importantly, Mr. Mather noted that there would be no financial burden on the district for pursuing these new litigations, as all costs would be covered by the national firm. This arrangement allows the district to potentially gain resources without any upfront expenses.

The discussion also touched on the possibility of other school districts joining the class action. Mr. Mather explained that while any district could participate if approached, the number of plaintiffs could be limited in the near future due to upcoming actions by the national firm. He emphasized that having more districts involved could strengthen the case, although it would not affect the potential award amount.

In addition to the litigation discussions, the meeting included the annual approval of the Western Intermediate Unit (WIU) general operating budget, which was previously approved by the WIU board on March 25.

These discussions reflect the district's proactive approach to addressing issues that impact students and the community, while also seeking financial support through legal avenues. As the district moves forward, the outcomes of these litigations could provide valuable resources to enhance educational programs and services for local students.