Technology

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

CELLPHONES are only allowed to be used before school, at lunch time or after school in the main foyer or cafeteria. No electronic devices are allowed for personal purposes during class. They must not be visible in any class unless being used for an educational activity with teacher permission.

BCSS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST, STOLEN OR DAMAGED PROPERTY.

DO NOT LEAVE ANY PERSONAL PROPERTY UNATTENDED.

Cameras and Video Equipment are permitted for school use only. Photo phones/cameras are not permitted in washroom or change room areas of the school. Students must show respect to the sensitivities of others when using photographic equipment. Students must obtain permission and written consent of any individuals, both student and staff, before taking any pictures/videos. Downloading of school related images to the internet must be approved by the school and by all individuals profiled or named in the picture/graphic and must have provided consent. Cell phones and all other electronic devices with photo capabilities cannot be used to take pictures or video of individuals or groups without the written permission of the person(s) being photographed.

Sexting

Students are reminded that sending pictures of themselves or another person, over the internet or a cell phone network when they are not completely dressed, could be considered a criminal offence. Do not send any pictures that are not respectful of others, and that will harm or hurt another individual if viewed. Report any offences to the administration.

No device with a camera; including cell phones or tablet computers are permitted in change rooms at any time.

Laser pointers are not permitted at BCSS. Those that are visible in the school will be confiscated. Lasers can CAUSE PHYSICAL HARM TO AN INDIVIDUAL. Laser pointers are considered weapons under the YRDSB safe schools policy. Anyone directing laser pointers at another person will be dealt with under this policy.