Friday, June 8, 2007

Article: Ensuring Student Privacy on the Internet

After reading this article, I wonder--does our school district have such a policy? I have not heard of one, but will investigate.
In this article, issues under The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) are addressed. Student records are to remain confidential. School districts are not to allow the posting on the district's website (or email) of personal information pertaining to the students. Students are to be prohibited from disclosing their own personal information or that of other students.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, teacher are able to act in lieu of parents for the safety and protection of the students.

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