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School District Employees’ Use of Social Media and Communications with Students

School District Employees’ Use of Social Media and Communications with Students

Review guidance about social media and electronic communications policies for school district employees.

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This document answers common questions about school district employees' use of social media and electronic communications, including whether communications are covered by district policy, when employees can use electronic media to communicate with students, and what steps a district should take if an employee engages in inappropriate communication with a student.

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