Last modified: January 16, 2025

Policy 4202 Electronic Resources

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The Provo City School District Board of Education recognizes that an effective public education system develops students who are globally aware, civically engaged and capable of managing their lives and careers. The board also believes that students need to be proficient users of information, media and technology to succeed in a digital world.

Therefore, Provo City School District will use electronic resources as a powerful and compelling means for students to learn core subjects and applied skills in relevant, responsible and rigorous ways. It is the district’s goal to provide students with rich and ample opportunities to use technology in schools just as individuals in workplaces and other real-life settings. The district’s technology will enable educators and students to communicate, learn, share, collaborate and create, think and solve problems, manage their work and take ownership of their lives.

To help ensure student safety and citizenship in online activities, all students will be educated about appropriate behavior, including possible consequences of interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms, and cyber-bullying awareness and response.

Provo City School District provides Network Services to its students and employees. “ Network Services” includes all computer hardware, network and Internet services and associated software. The District firmly believes that the valuable information and interaction available on the internet far outweigh the risks of users obtaining material that is not consistent with the educational goals of the district. Access to Network Services will be provided to students and staff who are expected to act in a considerate and responsible manner.

Provo City School District reserves the right at its discretion to access or monitor (with or without notice) use of any computer system connected to the district network. The reasons may include investigating or resolving network or communications problems, preventing system misuse, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requests, and enforcing Provo City School District’s acceptable use standards.

Staff and student disciplinary action may be taken if Provo City School District learns of inappropriate use of computing systems or networks. The board directs the superintendent to create strong electronic educational systems that support innovative teaching and learning, provide appropriate staff development opportunities and develop procedures to support this policy.

Approved by Board of Education

• June 12, 2012
• Revised: December 11, 2012

References and Regulations

• Utah State Code 2510-2522