To:

Members, Board of Education

From:

Nora Carr, Chief of Staff
Dr. Terrence Young, Chief Information Officer

Date:

March 18, 2011

RE:

Social Media Update

In response to requests from principals and other GCS employees, administration has developed guidelines for employees regarding the use of social media networks and Facebook. The guidelines are attached for informational purposes only. These guidelines do not replace current Board policies regarding the acceptable use of technology for students or staff (also attached), but are designed to provide additional information and direction to staff regarding these new technologies.

Attachment #1 - Social Media Guidelines
Attachment #2 - Facebook Guidelines
Attachment #3 - Policy EFE, Acceptable Use of Technology
Attachment #4 - Policy EFE-P, Acceptable Use of Electronic Transmission Capabilities