Social Media Guidelines

D64 Social Media Guidelines

This document outlines the official District 64 Social Media Guidelines to help faculty and staff responsibly share school achievements, navigate personal versus professional online boundaries, and protect student privacy. It serves as a practical guide to ensure all social media activity aligns with district policies and legal standards.

Key Takeaways:

• Maintain Professional Boundaries: Staff must keep personal and professional social media presence separate, avoid personal online friendships with students, and maintain high standards of conduct online.

• Protect Student Privacy (S.M.A.R.T. Framework): Always check PowerSchool or the "Do Not Photo" lists before posting, use only first names with last initials, and strictly avoid live streaming classroom activities on social media.

• Use Official Channels & Respect Copyright: Use social media primarily for celebrating student and school success, while directing official announcements to ParentSquare/email and respecting fair use laws for images and music.