Plymouth Public Schools Handbook: Student Data Privacy and Consent Policies, Study notes of Technology

Download Plymouth Public Schools Handbook: Student Data Privacy and Consent Policies and more Study notes Technology in PDF only on Docsity! 10-Jun-21 P a g e | 1 Signature Page & Summaries The Plymouth Public Schools is required to collect signatures to ascertain that parents, guardians, and students have read and understood the following: 1. Content of the Student Handbook (including Media Release, Directory Information, and Transfer of Records) 2. Information concerning an Act Relative to Sex Education (M.G.L. Ch. 71 §32A) 3. The Liability Release Form 2021-2022 (requires signature) The Plymouth Public Schools is required to obtain parent/guardian permission pursuant to the following: 1. Student Internet Safety & Technology Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) To assist you, please refer to the following summaries. Please, be sure to complete and return the signature page to your child’s school no later than one week after the receipt of the Student Handbook 6/10/2021 Student Handbook 2021-2022 Page | 2 Pictures, Names, Student Work, or Quotes in the Media Sometimes media (such as newspaper, television, radio, or cable) reporters or photographers would like to be involved in activities in the schools. Having a picture or student work in the paper for participating in a program is usually acceptable to parents, but occasionally, for legal reasons, it is not prudent. If you do not wish your child's name or schoolwork to be used or pictures to be taken for the media, you must notify the school in writing on the back of the Signature Page. Directory Information Notice The Plymouth Public Schools has designated certain information contained in the education records of its students as directory information for purposes of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Student Record Regulations, 603 CMR 23.00 et seq. The following information regarding students is considered directory information: name; address; telephone number; date and place of birth; major field of study; participation in officially recognized activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic teams; dates of attendance; degrees, honors, and awards received; and post-high school plans of the student. Directory information may be disclosed for any purpose at the School System’s discretion, without the consent of a parent/guardian of a student or an eligible student. Parents/guardians and eligible students have the right, however, to refuse to permit the designation of any or all of the above information as directory information. In that case, this information will not be disclosed except with the consent of a parent/guardian or eligible student, or otherwise allowed by FERPA and 603 CMR 23.00 et seq. Any parent/guardian or student refusing to have any or all of the designated directory information disclosed must file written notification to this effect with the school’s principal no later than one week following the receipt of this handbook. This notification is part of the signature page. In the event a refusal is not filed, it is assumed that neither parent/guardian nor eligible student objects to the release of directory information. Notice on Transfer of Records to another School Pursuant to 603 CMR 23.07 (g), notice is hereby given that the Plymouth Public Schools forwards the complete school record of a transferring student to schools in which the student seeks or intends to enroll. Such transfer of records takes place without the consent of the parent/guardian or eligible student. 6/10/2021 Student Handbook 2021-2022 Page | 5 SIGNATURE PAGES FOR STUDENTS AND PARENT(S) / GUARDIAN(S) Student Information First Name: Middle Initial: Last Name: Date of Birth: Grade: Parent/Guardian Name: Below, please check the boxes that apply, sign all pages, as well as the 2021-2022 Liability Release Form, and the Student Technology Acceptable Use Form, and then return all pages to the school. An Act Relative to Sex Education A. I acknowledge that I have read the information concerning Parent Notification of An Act Relative to Sex Education M.G.L. Ch. 71 §32A. ❑ YES ❑ NO B. My child may participate in any portion of the health and/or science curriculum that primarily involves sexual education or human sexuality issues. ❏YES (Unrestricted) ❏NO (Restricted) 6/10/2021 Student Handbook 2021-2022 Page | 6 Information Released to a Third-Party Mailing Service My child’s name and address may be released to receive Charter Public School recruitment information. ❑ YES (Unrestricted) ❑ NO (Restricted) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pictures/Student Work in the Media My child's picture or schoolwork may be taken for the media or used in school district publications including yearbook pictures submitted to the newspaper. ❑ YES (Unrestricted) ❑ NO (Restricted) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Directory Information Notice The school district may release my child’s directory information to publish items such as yearbooks, graduation announcements, newsletters, and honor roll announcements without having to get written consent for each use of student information. ❑ YES (Unrestricted) ❑ NO (Restricted) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pictures, Names, Student Work, or Quotes in the Media Sometimes media (such as newspaper, television, radio, or cable) reporters or photographers would like to be involved in activities in the schools. Having a picture or student work in the paper for participating in a program is usually acceptable to parents, but occasionally, for legal reasons, it is not prudent. If you do not wish your child's name or schoolwork to be used or pictures to be taken for the media, you must notify the school in writing on the back of the Signature Page. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6/10/2021 Student Handbook 2021-2022 Page | 7 Pl ea se C ut A lo ng T hi s Li ne A nd R et ur n C om pl et ed F or m T o Sc ho ol Student Technology AUP Access Agreement (Revised Due To Policy 9.25 Revision) ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF THE TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY AND ACCEPTABLE USE AGREEMENT STUDENT SECTION (Must be signed by students in grades six and above.) Student Name (print): ______________________________________Grade_____________________ School: ____________________________________________________________________________ I have read, understand, and agree to follow the Plymouth Public Schools Technology AUP. I understand that if I violate this policy or school rules my access can be terminated and I may face other disciplinary measures. I understand this policy applies to all technology being operated on Plymouth Public Schools property or connected to the Plymouth Public Schools network. I understand and agree there is no expectation of privacy related to information stored and transmitted over the Plymouth Public Schools network. Student Signature (print):________________________________Date:____________________ PARENT/ GUARDIAN SECTION (The following section must be signed by a parent or guardian unless the student is over 18 years of age.) As the parent/guardian of this student, I have read the Technology AUP and this Agreement. I hereby release the Plymouth Public Schools, its personnel, and any institutions with which it is affiliated, from any and all claims and damages of any nature arising from my child's use of, or inability to use, the Plymouth Public Schools network, including, but not limited to, claims that may arise from the unauthorized use of the system to purchase products or services. I understand that violation of this AUP or any other technology policies, agreements, or rules may result in disciplinary action. I understand and agree that there is no expectation of privacy related to information stored and transmitted over the Plymouth Public Schools Network. I understand and agree that my child will abide by the terms of any device loan agreement if he/she receives a 1:1 device through the Plymouth Public Schools and that the AUP and this Agreement apply to any devices used by my child on Plymouth Public Schools property or connected to the Plymouth Public Schools network. I will instruct my child regarding any restrictions against accessing materials that are in addition to the restrictions set forth in the Technology AUP. I will emphasize to my child the importance of following the rules for personal safety. I understand that by signing this Agreement, I am acknowledging the acceptance of all Plymouth Public Schools network and device policy requirements and responsibilities. I give permission for my child to access the Internet and certify that the information contained in this form is correct. I DO NOT WISH FOR MY CHILD TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE INTERNET. Parent/Guardian Name (print): Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Home Address: Telephone: