PURPOSE:
THE WEST WARWICK SCHOOL DEPARTMENT (WWSD) has adopted this policy to implement the requirements set forth in Section 16-38-14 of the Rhode Island General Laws and to ensure the appropriate use and distribution of listserv information.
PHILOSOPHY:
The WWSD Listserv is a computer software application that allows a sender to send one email to a list, and then transparently send it on to the addresses of all subscribers to the list. The WWSD Listserv is an important tool used to facilitate the distribution of School Department information and notices and, in accordance with this policy and applicable law, shall not be used for political purposes to further the interests of any one political party or candidate over another.
POLICY STATEMENT:
No person or institution shall knowingly circulate, or permit to be circulated, on the WWSD Listserv:
1) Any information related to any activity directed at the success or failure of a political party or candidate for federal, state, or municipal office;
2) Any information promoting the solicitation or receipt of political contributions, including invitations to fundraising events, for any political party or candidate.
However, this policy shall not prohibit the distribution of information about a candidate public forum that is open on an equal basis to all candidates for that office.
References:
R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-38-14
Policy adopted:
04/13/2022