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2180 - Technology and Electronic Resources Policy
Form 2180F-1 Student Access Informed Consent
Form 2180F-2 Authorization of World Wide Web Pages
Form 2180 F-3 Employee Account Agreement
Form 2180 F-4 Student Consent Letter
Form 2180F-5 Informational Letter to Parents
Form 2180F-6 Internet Home Page Permission Slip
INSTRUCTION
Technology and Electronic Resources
The board of directors recognizes that the provision of technology and electronic resources for students and staff, including, but not limited to, networking capabilities, web-based resources, and computer technology is essential to ensure students develop proficiency in information, media, and technology skills to succeed and be competitive in a global economy. The board believes students and employees should have access to a strong, broad technology infrastructure and educational support systems that enhance their instructional, leadership, and management capacity. To help students achieve academic success, all district employees are encouraged to incorporate appropriate technology in their professional practice.
All district technology and electronic resources shall be used for acceptable purposes only, including educational and district-related professional purposes. The provision, implementation, and use of such resources shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and district policy and procedure. Technology and electronic resources shall be provided solely for use by district students and employees. District parents, guardians, and patrons may be permitted to utilize technology and electronic resources according to program and building needs.
By implementing and providing electronic and technology resources, including but not limited to internet and intranet access, electronic mail, and access to web-based communications, the district does not intend to provide an open public forum. The district dedicates the property and electronic and technology resources only for the express purpose of the educational and professional activities authorized by this policy and accompanying procedures, according to the specific limitations contained therein.
The board directs the superintendent or designee to create procedures consistent with this policy and state and federal laws and regulations. The superintendent may designate an administrator or department to maintain and monitor any district-level accounts on third-party social media sites, consistent with district policy and procedure. Such procedures shall be designed to assist students and employees in appropriately utilizing electronic and technology resources to promote student learning, and to maintain reasonable controls and protections for the lawful, efficient and appropriate use and management of the systems.
Cross References:
Board Policy 2311 Selection and adoption of instructional materials
Board Policy 2312 Copyright compliance
Board Policy 3300 Corrective actions or punishment
Board Policy 5255 Disciplinary action and discharge
Board Policy 5260 Professional Boundaries Between Staff and Students
Board Policy 5242 Communications Responsibility
Procedure 2180P Technology and Electronic Resources
Legal Reference:
18 USC §§ 2510-2522 Electronic Communication Privacy Act
20 USC § 6777 Children’s Internet Protection Act
Adoption Date: November 22, 2011
Revised: October 23, 2012