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December 12, 2023 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 47.

Title
APPROVAL OF REVISED SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5.382 - STUDENT USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

Description

School Board Policy 5.382 - Student Social Media Guidelines - has been revised and advertised with the following changes:

·         New language in each policy prohibits use of TikTok, or other apps on the Prohibited List from FL Dept of Management Services from use or access on district devices or district internet connection

·         Provides exceptions for designated personnel and law enforcement as allowed by law



Gap Analysis

These policy revisions have been made to comply with state law and FL Department of Education rules.



Previous Outcomes 

This policy was previously revised and adopted as Board Policy in August, 2019



Expected Outcomes 

Upon adoption of this policy, appropriate corresponding updates will be made to district procedures and manuals to align with the changes, including the previously approved Code of Student Conduct.



Strategic Plan Goal

Recommendation

That the revised School Board Policy 5.382 - Student Social Media Guidelines  - be approved as presented. 



Contact Information

CHRIS PARENTEAU   chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net

CRAIG MANIGLIA  craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF  chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

 



Financial Impact


ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateType
Policy 5.382 Student Use of Social Media11/16/2023Cover Memo