Can a Boy Scout watch a school board meeting on tv to count for the requirement on his citizen in the community merit badge?

Yes, a Boy Scout can watch a school board meeting on TV to fulfill the requirement for the Citizen in the Community merit badge. The key aspect is that he must be able to understand the meeting's content and its relevance to local governance. It’s advisable for him to take notes and reflect on what he learned to discuss it afterward, as this will enhance his understanding and engagement with the topic.