Technological advances present novel and complex issues for our
schools when it comes to providing a safe school environment, monitoring
social networking activities and handling disciplinary actions.
CTAP has designed this collection of Administrator
Resources specifically to address the needs of school
administrators, based on the most current information available.
A
companion component, Acceptable Use, covers policies
around computer and internet usage, cell phones, cyberbullying and
social networking.
Be sure to check the six other areas of our cybersafety web site for resources that address the curriculum and educational needs of classroom teachers, parents and students.
Legal IssuesLegal
Issues for School Administrators
Technology has out-paced the legal system in issues related to cyberbullying in the schools. When a cyberbullying incident happens at your school, how will you handle it? What board policies will protect you? What is appropriate discipline? What kind of documentation do you need? How will you assure a safe environment for your students? Learn from national experts who have studied court decisions related to cyberbullying of students, teachers and school administrators. Student Misbehavior in CyberspaceIs your school district troubled by students cyberbullying through social networks? How can you access the offensive pages? What steps should you take to have materials removed? What disciplinary actions are appropriate? In this section, you'll find lots of helpful information to guide in your decisions. Student Misbehavior in Facebook Student Misbehavior in MySpace Student Misbehavior in YouTube School Board Internet Safety Policy StatementsNational Assn of Secondary School Principals: Position Statement on Internet Safety (November, 2007) In recognition of such growing concerns about Internet safety, the National Association of Secondary School Principals has adopted a policy statement with recommendations for educators and policymakers about Internet usage. The NASSP recommendations form the cornerstone of CTAP's work in cybersafety education. All school districts can benefit from applying these leadership directives. | Cyberbullying DocumentationCyberbullying Documentation - Incident Reports & Review Process What happens when there is a cyberbullying incident at your school? How will you respond? What actions do you need to take to safeguard your school? The experts tell us that the more documentation you can provide, the better. These guidelines from noted educator, cybersafety expert and attorney, Nancy Willard, will help walk you through the process of documenting the incident, creating a review process and decision-making. Internet Abuse and MisuseArticles Related to Internet Abuse and Misuse
Administrator Resources for PTA MeetingsThe resources listed below provide valuable information that would be ideal for use at PTA Meetings. Be sure to tell parents that the CTAP Cybersafety Project contains six additional modules that specifically address the needs of educators, parents and teens.
| Sexting Topics and ConcernsAddressing Sexting Topics and Concerns "Sexting" refers to sending sexual photos or messages via text or picture messages, a practice engaged in by digital youth who are often unaware that these inappropriate actions may fall under child pornography laws. If prosecuted, they could face jail time and be forced to register as a sex offender for the rest of their lives. Recommended Reading for Educators and ParentsRecommended
Reading for Educators and Parents You can print this list out and distribute it at your next PTA meeting - or provide a link for parents from your school or district web site.
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