Social Media Guidelines
Below are guidelines students enrolled with SCS should adhere to when using Web tools in the classroom:
Be aware of what you post online. Social media venues are very public. What you contribute leaves a digital footprint for all to see. Do not post anything you would not want friends, enemies, parents, teachers, or a future employer to see.
Follow the School's code of conduct when writing online. It is acceptable to disagree with someone else's opinions, however, do it in a respectful way. Make sure that criticism is constructive and not hurtful. What is inappropriate in the classroom is inappropriate online.
Be safe online. Never give out personal information, including, but not limited to, last names, phone numbers, addresses, exact birth dates, and pictures. Do not share your password with anyone besides your teachers and parents.
Linking to other websites to support your thoughts and ideas is recommended. However, be sure to read the entire article prior to linking to ensure that all information is appropriate for a school setting.
Do your own work! Do not use other people's intellectual property without their permission. It is a violation of copyright law to copy and paste other's thoughts. When paraphrasing another's idea(s) be sure to cite your source with the URL. It is good practice to hyperlink to your sources.
Be aware that pictures may also be protected under copyright laws. Verify you have permission to use the image, or it is under Creative Commons attribution.
How you represent yourself online is an extension of yourself. Do not misrepresent yourself by using someone else's identity.
Blog and wiki posts should be well written. Follow writing conventions including proper grammar, capitalization, and punctuation. If you edit someone else's work be sure it is in the spirit of improving the writing. If you run across inappropriate material that makes you feel uncomfortable, or is not respectful, tell your teacher right away.
Students who do not abide by these terms and conditions may lose their opportunity to take part in the project and/or access to future use of online tools.
SCS encourages parents to view and participate by adding comments to classroom projects when appropriate. The following applies to parents or legal guardians interfacing with students on social media platforms utilized by the School:
Parents should expect communication from teachers prior to their child’s involvement in any project using online social media applications.
Parents will not attempt to destroy or harm any information online.
Parents will not use classroom social media sites for any illegal activity, including violation of data privacy laws.
Parents are highly encouraged to read and/or participate in social media projects.
Parents should not distribute any information that might be deemed personal about other students participating in the social media project.
Parents should not upload or include any information that does not also meet the Student Guidelines.