The board has sole discretion to approve instructional materials for the school district. The board delegates ‘this authority to licensed employees to determine which instructional materials will be utilized and purchased by the school district to licensed employees. The licensed employees will work closely together to ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of textbooks in the education program.
The board may appoint an ad hoc committee to assist the licensed employee in selecting instructional materials. The committee may be composed of any of the following groups of stakeholders: school district employees, parents, students, community members or representatives of community groups.
In reviewing current instructional materials for continued use and in selecting additional instructional materials, the licensed employees will consider the current and future needs of the school district as well as the changes and the trends in education and society. It is the responsibility of the superintendent to report, to the board, the action taken by the selection committee.
In making its recommendations to the superintendent, the licensed employees will select materials which:
In the case of textbooks, the board will make the final decision after a recommendation from the superintendent. The criteria stated above for selection of instructional materials will also apply to the selection of textbooks. The superintendent may appoint licensed employees to assist in the selection of textbooks.
Gifts of instructional materials must meet these criteria stated above for the selection of instructional materials. The gift must be received in compliance with board policy 704.4, "Gifts - Grants - Bequests."
The Superintendent will establish additional criteria to guide the selection of instructional materials through administrative regulation, ensuring alignment with educational goals and compliance with laws.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 279.74; 280.14; 301
281 I.A.C. 12.3(12)
Cross Reference: 208 Ad Hoc Committees
505 Student Scholastic Achievement
602 Curriculum
605 Instructional Materials
Approved: 8/17/95
Reviewed: 8/17/00; 7/12/07; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 11/08/07; 10/24/22
The selection decision should be made on the basis of whether the material presents an accurate representation of society and culture, whether the circumstances depicted are realistically portrayed, or whether the material has literary or social value when the material is viewed as a whole.
These guidelines will not be construed in such a manner as to preclude materials which accurately represent the customs, morals, manners, culture, or society of a different time or a different place.
Parents and other members of the school district community may view the instructional and library materials used by the students. All instructional materials, including teacher's manuals, films, tapes or other supplementary material which will be used in connection with any survey, analysis, or evaluation as part of any federally funded programs must be available for inspection by parents.
The instructional and library materials may be viewed on school district premises.
The district will publish on the district’s website a comprehensive list of all books available to students in libraries operated by the school district.
It shall be the responsibility of the superintendent to develop administrative regulations regarding the inspection of instructional materials.
Legal Reference: Goals 2000: Educate America Act, Pub. L. No. 103-227, 108 Stat. 125
(1994).
Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 279.74; 280.3; 14; 301
281 I.A.C. 12.3(12)
Cross Reference: 602 Curriculum Development
605 Instructional Materials
901.1 Public Examination of School District Records
Approved: 8/17/95
Reviewed 9/21/00; 7/12/07; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 11/08/07; 10/24/22; 7/12/23
Members of the school district community may object to the instructional materials utilized in the Wapello Community School District and ask for their use to be reconsidered.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the principals, to develop administrative regulations for reconsideration of instructional materials. Information related to the process for reconsideration of instructional and library materials will be made available on the district’s website.
Parents or guardians of students enrolled in the district have the ability to request that their student not be able to access certain materials or check out certain library materials. For purposes of prohibiting access to instructional materials, Iowa law has defined instructional materials to mean either printed or electronic textbooks and related core materials that are written and published primarily for use in elementary school and secondary school instruction and are required by a state educational agency or district for use by students in the student’s classes by the teacher of record. Instructional materials do not include lesson plans.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 279.74, .77; 280.3; 14; 301
281 I.A.C. 12.3(12).
Cross Reference: 213 Public Participation in Board Meetings
402.5 Public Complaints about Employees
602 Curriculum Development
605 Instructional Materials
Approved: 8/17/95
Reviewed: 11/13/03; 7/12/07; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 11/13/03; 11/08/07; 10/24/22; 7/12/23
The policy of this school district related to selection of learning materials states that any member of the school district community may formally challenge instructional and library materials used in the district's education program. This policy allows those persons in the school and the community who are not directly involved in the selection of materials to make their own opinions known. The task of the reconsideration committee is to make an informed recommendation on the challenge. The meetings of the committee may be subject to the open meetings law.
The most critical component of the reconsideration process is the establishment and maintenance of the committee's credibility in the community. For this purpose, the committee is composed of a combination of community members and licensed employees as detailed in 605.3R1. The community should not, therefore, infer that the committee is biased or is obligated to uphold prior professional decisions.
The reconsideration process, the task of this committee, is just one part of the selection continuum. Material is purchased to meet a need. It is reviewed and examined, if possible, prior to purchase. It is periodically reevaluated through updating, discarding, or re-examination. The committee must be ready to acknowledge that an error in selection may have been made despite this process. Librarians and school employees regularly read great numbers of reviews in the selection process, and occasional errors are possible.
In reconsidering challenged materials, the role of the committee, and particularly the chairperson, is to produce a climate for meaningful discussion of disparate views. The committee should begin by finding items of agreement, keeping in mind that the larger the group participating, the greater the amount of information available and, therefore, the greater the number of possible approaches to the problem.
The committee may, at its discretion, hear an oral presentation from the complainant to the committee to expand and elaborate on the complaint. The committee may listen to the complainant, to those with special knowledge, and any other interested persons. In these discussions, the committee should be aware of relevant social pressures which are affecting the situation. Individuals who may try to dominate or impose a decision must not be allowed to do so. Minority viewpoints expressed by groups or individuals must be heard, and observers must be made to feel welcome. It is important that the committee create a calm, nonvolatile environment in which to deal with a potentially volatile situation. To this end, the complainant will be kept informed of the progress of the complaint.
The committee will listen to the views of all interested persons before making recommendations. In deliberating its recommendation, the committee should remember that the school system must be responsive to the needs, tastes, and opinions of the community it serves. Therefore, the committee must distinguish between broad community sentiment and attempts to impose personal standards. The deliberations should concentrate on the appropriateness of the material. The question to be answered by the committee is, "Is the material appropriate for its designated audience at this time?"
The committee's final recommendation will be (1) to remove the challenged material from the total school environment, (2) to take no removal action, or (3) to agree on a limitation of the educational use of the materials.
The committee chairperson will instruct the secretary to convey the committee's recommendation to the office of the superintendent. The recommendation should detail the rationale on which it was based. A letter will be sent to the complainant outlining the outcome.
Request for re-evaluation of printed or multimedia material to be submitted to the superintendent
REVIEW INITIATED BY:
Name: ___________________________________________ Date: __________________
Address: ________________
City/State: ____________ Zip Code: Telephone:
School(s) in which item is used:
Relation to school (parent, student, citizen):
BOOK OR OTHER PRINTED MATERIAL IF APPLICABLE
Author: Hardcover: Paperback: Other:
Title:
Published (if known):
Date of Publication:
MULTIMEDIA MATERIAL IF APPLICABLE
Title:
Producer (if known):
Type of material (website, online resource, motion picture, etc…)
PERSON MAKING THE REQUEST REPRESENTS (circle one)
Self
Group or Organization
Name of Group:
Address of Group:
Signature Date
Dear:
We recognize your concern about the use of______________________ in our school district. The school district has developed procedures for selection of instructional materials but realizes that not everyone will agree with every selection made.
To help you understand the selection process, we are sending copies of the school district’s:
1. Instructional goals and objectives,
2. Instructional and Library Materials Selection policy statement, and,
3. Procedure for reconsideration of instructional and library materials.
If you are still concerned after you review this material, please complete the Reconsideration Request Form and return it to me. You may be assured of prompt attention to your request. If I have not heard from you within one week, we will assume you no longer wish to file a formal complaint.
Sincerely,
Request to prohibit a student from checking out certain library materials to be submitted to the superintendent. Please complete one form per student.
REQUEST INITIATED BY DATE
Name:
Address:
City/State: Zip Code: Telephone Number:
Name of affected student:
Requester’s Relationship to Student (must be parent/legal guardian):
BOOK OR OTHER PRINTED MATERIAL TO PROHIBIT STUDENT FROM ACCESSING:
Author: Hardcover: Paperback: Other:
Title:
Publisher (if known)
Date of Publication:
MULTIMEDIA MATERIAL TO PROHIBIT STUDENT FROM ACCESSING:
Title:
Producer (if known):
Type of material:
Signature Date
The board supports the use of innovative methods and the use of technology in the delivery of the education program. The board encourages employees to investigate economical ways to utilize multimedia, computers, electronic devices, and other technologies as a part of the curriculum.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent to develop a plan for the use of technology in the curriculum and to evaluate it annually. The superintendent will report the results of the evaluation and make a recommendation to the board annually regarding the use of technology in the curriculum.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.8
281 I.A.C. 12.3(12), 12.5)10), .5(17)
Cross Reference: 602 Curriculum Development
605 Instructional Materials
Approved: 8/17/1995
Reviewed: 9/21/2000; 7/12/2007; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 11/08/2007; 11/24/22
The school district will maintain a school library in each building for use by employees and by students during the school day.
Materials for the centers will be acquired consistent with all applicable laws and board policy, "Instructional Materials Selection." The district shall provide access to all parents and guardians of students enrolled in the district an online catalog of all books available to students in the school libraries. This access will be displayed on the school district’s website. Any challenges to library materials will be handled following the process for handling challenges to instructional and library materials as established in board policy.
It is the responsibility of the principal of the building in which the school library is located to oversee the use of materials in the library.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent to develop procedures for the selection and replacement of both library and instructional materials, for the acceptance of gifts, for the weeding of library and instructional material.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 25637(24); 279.8; 281.14; 301
281 I.A.C. 12.3(11), (12).
Cross Reference: 602 Curriculum Development
605 Instructional Materials
Approved: 8/17/95
Reviewed: 8/16/01; 7/12/07;; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 8/16/01; 11/08/07; 10/24/22; 7/12/23
The district recognizes the importance of developing students into agile learners who are capable of addressing the complex needs of our future work force. For this reason, the district has prioritized making available technology and programs that teach students to embrace modern technology and tools while fostering a secure learning environment for students to the extent reasonable. Because technology is a vital part of the school district curriculum, the Internet will be made available to employees and students. Appropriate and equitable use of the Internet will allow employees and students to access resources unavailable through traditional means.
Students will be able to access the Internet through their teachers. Individual student accounts and electronic mail addresses may be issued to students. Students may be permitted to use district-issued email addresses and Internet-based collaboration software to send and receive messages at school.
The Internet can provide a vast collection of educational resources for students and employees. It is a global network which makes it impossible to control all available information. Because information appears, disappears, and changes constantly, it is not possible to predict or control what students may locate. The school district makes no guarantees as to the accuracy of information received on the Internet. Although students will be under teacher supervision while on the network, it is not possible to constantly monitor individual students and what they are accessing on the network. Some students might encounter information which may not be of educational value. Student Internet records and access records are confidential records treated like other student records. Students’ Internet activities will be monitored by the school district to ensure students are not accessing inappropriate sites that have visual depictions that include obscenity, child pornography, or are harmful to minors. The school district will use technology protection measures to protect students from inappropriate access, including sites that include obscenity, child pornography, or are harmful to minors.
The school district will monitor the online activities of students and will educate students about appropriate online behavior, including interacting on social networking sites and chat rooms. Students will also be educated on cyberbullying, including awareness and response. Employees will provide age appropriate training for students who use the Internet. The training provided will be designed to promote the school district’s commitment to:
Employees and students will be instructed on the appropriate use of the Internet. Parents will be required to sign a permission form to allow their students to access the Internet. Students will sign a form acknowledging they have read and understand the Internet Acceptable Use policy and regulations, that they will comply with the policy and regulations, and that they understand the consequences for violation of the policy or regulations.
In compliance with federal law, this policy will be maintained at least five years beyond the termination of funding under the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) or E-rate.
Legal Reference: 47 C.F.R. 54.520
Iowa Code § 279.8
Cross Reference: 104 Anti-Bullying/Harassment
502 Student Rights and Responsibilities
506 Student Records
605.5 School Library
Approved: 9/23/99
Reviewed: 11/7/01; 7/12/07; 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised: 11/7/01; 7/9/08; 1/10/24
The Wapello Community School District has laptop computers for its faculty members to use inside and outside of school in order to enhance, enrich, and facilitate teaching and administrative duties as well as school communications. All laptop computers and related equipment are school district property. The use of the District's laptop computers and related equipment shall be subject to all of the terms and conditions set out in the District's policy on appropriate use of computers, computer network systems, and the internet.
Prior to using the District's laptop computers and related equipment, faculty members will sign a Laptop Computer Acceptance Form and agree to all outlined policies before being issued a laptop computer. Faculty members shall not attempt to install software or hardware or change the system configuration, including any network settings, on any District laptop computer without prior consultation with the District's administration. Faculty members shall not attempt to change or modify in any way any related equipment that they arc are issued with the District's laptop computers.
Faculty members shall protect District laptop computers and related equipment from damage and theft. Each faculty member shall be responsible for any damage to the laptop computer and related equipment they have been issued from the time it is issued to them until the time it is turned back in to the District, including damage to the computer, related equipment or the computer's hardware and/or software (including labor costs). Faculty members who choose to store school data, such as grades, tests or exams, on District laptop computers are required to back up this data on the District's network as a safety precaution against data loss.
Laptop Computer Acceptance Form
I understand that the laptop computer and related equipment I am being issued is the property of the Wapello Community School District. I agree to all of the terms and conditions in the Wapello Community School District Laptop Policy and the Wapello Community School District policy on appropriate use of computers, computer network systems, and the internet. I will return the laptop computer and any related equipment I am issued in the same condition in which receive it excluding normal wear and tear and unforeseen system breakdowns, i.e. hard drive failure, etc.
I understand that I am responsible for any damage or loss of any component of the laptop computer and/or related equipment I am issued. In case of damage or loss, I agree that 1 I will replace any damaged or lost component and/or equipment with components and/or equipment of equal value and functionality as approved by the District's administration.
Name__________________________________________ Date
Computer Serial #_____________________________________
Computer/Equipment Description and Serial #_______________
I am the parent or guardian of the student named below and I hereby certify that I have received, read, and understand the Wapello Community School District's Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the internet policy.
I recognize that although the Wapello Community School District has taken measures to restrict access to controversial materials, it cannot guarantee that students will be protected from accessing any controversial materials during the student's use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and the internet.
I accept full responsibility for my student's use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and the internet through the District in accordance with the terms, conditions, and guidelines as stated by the District in its policies and regulations and as set out in federal and state law. I relieve the Wapello School District and its officers and employees, from any and all financial responsibility that may be incurred by my student's use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and the internet.
STUDENT'S NAME:
GRADE: _____ My child may have access to internet: ____Yes ____ No
I hereby give the District permission to publish my child's work, picture,
and/or first name on the internet through the District's web site. ___Yes ____No
Parent or Guardian Name:
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE
If you have consented to your child's use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and internet access, please have your child review and sign the following:
I have read the Wapello Community School District's Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the internet policy and agree to abide by its provisions. I understand that violation of these provisions will result in the restriction and/or termination of my ability to use the District's computers, computer network systems, and internet access and may result in further discipline up to and including expulsion and/or other legal action. I agree to be responsible for payment of costs incurred by accessing any internet services that have a cost involved.
STUDENT SIGNATURE DATE |
The purpose of this policy is to provide a safe environment for students through the use of technology protection measures (i.e. filtering software) to enhance education in the Wapello Community School District.
The internet is an ever expanding resource that adds large quantities of content on a daily basis. However, some of the content is inappropriate for student use and may even be harmful to students' health, safety and welfare. Therefore, the Wapello Community School District has determined that it will establish this policy to limit student access to certain undesirable topics, including but not limited to, information and images that are obscene, constitute child pornography or are otherwise harmful to minors. Since it is not feasible for the District to continually monitor the content of the internet, the Wapello Community School District will employ technology protection measures in the form of internet filtering software in an attempt to block access to these types of harmful and inappropriate materials.
The District's implementation of internet filtering software does not guarantee that students will be prevented from accessing materials that may he considered inappropriate and/or harmful. However, it is a meaningful effort on the part of the District to prevent students from accessing inappropriate and/or harmful materials on the internet. The District makes no guarantee that the filtering software will be available at all times or that the filtering software will block all inappropriate and/or harmful material.
If there is an accessible Uniform Resource Locator [URL] that may be inappropriate, students, staff, and parents may request a review by designated District personnel, by completing an Add URL to Blocked Status form. Upon review, the technology coordinator or other appropriate personnel will make a determination about blocking access to that site. If there is an educationally valuable URL that is blocked, students, staff, and parents may fill out the Remove URL from Blocked Status grievance form. The technology coordinator or other appropriate personnel will review the request and make a determination about unblocking the site.
Staff members may request that the internet filtering software be disabled for bona fide research or other lawful purposes. A bona fide research form will need to be filled out and reviewed by the technology coordinator or other appropriate personnel before the Internet filtering software is disabled.
WAPELLO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Add URL to Blocked Status Form
Name:
Position:
URL http://
Primary focus of the web site:
What material is deemed objectionable:
Date submitted:
Reviewed by: __________________________________
Date reviewed: Action taken:
WAPELLO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Remove URL from Blocked Status Form
Name: _______________________________
Position:______________________________
URL http://____________________________
Primary of the web site:
Academic value of material being sought:
Date submitted:
Reviewed by:__________________________________
Date reviewed: Action taken:
WAPELLO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Bona Fide Research/Other Lawful Purpose Form for Disabling Internet Filtering Software Name:
Position:______________________________________
Date submitted:________________________________
Reason that requires full access to the internet with no filters:
Academic value of material being sought:____________
Reviewed by: _________________________________
Date reviewed: Action taken:
I accept the responsibility of full access to the internet for bona fide research or other lawful purposes. I understand that I am the only one authorized for full access and will not allow others to use this access for any reason. Once I am completed with this research, I will notify the administration so the filters can be re-enabled.
SIGNATURE
I hereby certify that I have received, read, and understand the Wapello Community School District's Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the internet policy. I accept full responsibility for my use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and the Internet through the District in accordance with the terms, conditions, and guidelines as stated by the District in its policies and regulations and as set out in federal and state law. I understand that violation of these provisions will result in the restriction and/or termination of my ability to use the District's computers, computer network systems, and internet access and may result in further discipline up to and including termination of my employment with the District and/or other legal action.
I will not hold the District responsible in any way for materials accessed through the District's computers, computer network systems, and/or the District's internet access. I relieve the Wapello Community School District and its officers and employees from any and all financial responsibility that may be incurred by my use of the District's computers, computer network systems, and the internet.
Employee Signature
Date
In order for students to experience a diverse curriculum, the board encourages employees to supplement their regular curricular materials with other resources. In so doing, the board recognizes that federal law makes it illegal to duplicate copyrighted materials without authorization of the holder of the copyright, except for certain exempt purposes. Severe penalties may be imposed for plagiarism, unauthorized copying or using of media, including, but not limited to, print, electronic and web-based materials, unless the copying or using conforms to the "fair use" doctrine. Under the "fair use" doctrine, unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted materials is permissible for such purposes as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship or research providing that all fair use guidelines are met.
While the school district encourages employees to enrich the learning programs by making proper use of supplementary materials, it is the responsibility of employees to abide by the school district's copying procedures and obey the requirements of the law. In no circumstances shall it be necessary for school district staff to violate copyright requirements in order to perform their duties properly. The school district will not be responsible for any violations of the copyright law by employees or students. Violation of the copyright law by employees may result in discipline up to, and including, termination. Violation of the copyright law by students may result in discipline, up to and including, suspension or expulsion.
Parents or others who wish to record, by any means, school programs or other activities need to realize that even though the school district received permission to perform a copyrighted work does not mean outsiders can copy it and re-play it. Those who wish to do so should contact the employee in charge of the activity to determine what the process is to ensure the copyright law is followed. The school district is not responsible for outsiders violating the copyright law or this policy.
Any employee or student who is uncertain as to whether reproducing or using copyrighted material complies with the school district's procedures or is permissible under the law should contact the teacher-librarian who will also assist employees and students in obtaining proper authorization to copy or use protected material when such authorization is required.
It is the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the principal to develop administrative regulations regarding this policy.
Legal References: 17 U.S. Code Sec. 101 et al.
281 I.A.C. 12.3(12).
Cross References: 605.6 Internet Appropriate Use
Approved: 11/08/2007
Reviewed: 11/14/18; 8/9/23
Revised:
Employees and students may make copies of copyrighted materials that fall within the following guidelines. Where there is reason to believe the material to be copied does not fall within these guidelines, prior permission shall be obtained from the publisher or producer with the assistance of the librarian. Employees and students who fail to follow this procedure may be held personally liable for copyright infringement and may be subject to discipline by the board.
Under the "fair use" doctrine, unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted materials is permissible for such purposes as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship or research. Under the fair use doctrine, each of the following four standards must be met in order to use the copyrighted document:
Authorized Reproduction and Use of Copyrighted Material Reminders:
In preparing for instruction, a teacher may make or have made a single copy of:
A teacher may make multiple copies not exceeding more than one per pupil, for classroom use or discussion, if the copying meets the tests of “brevity, spontaneity and cumulative effect” set by the following guidelines. Each copy must include a notice of copyright.
Copying Limitations
Circumstances will arise when employees are uncertain whether or not copying is prohibited. In those circumstances, the librarian should be contacted. The following prohibitions have been expressly stated in federal guidelines:
Authorized Reproduction and Use of Copyrighted Materials in the Library
A library may make a single copy or three digital copies of:
A library may provide a single copy of copyrighted material to a student or employee at no more than the actual cost of photocopying. The copy must be limited to one article of a periodical issue or a small part of other material, unless the library finds that the copyrighted work cannot be obtained elsewhere at a fair price. In the latter circumstance, the entire work may be copied. In any case, the copy shall contain the notice of copyright and the student or staff member shall be notified that the copy is to be used only for private study, scholarship or research. Any other use may subject the person to liability for copyright infringement.
Authorized Reproduction and Use of Copyrighted Music or Dramatic Works
Teachers may:
Performance by teachers or students of copyrighted musical or dramatic works is permitted without the authorization of the copyright owner as part of a teaching activity in a classroom or instructional setting. The purpose shall be instructional rather than for entertainment.
Performances of non-dramatic musical works that are copyrighted are permitted without the authorization of the copyright owner, provided that:
All other musical and dramatic performances require permission from the copyright owner. Parents or others wishing to record a performance should check with the sponsor to ensure compliance with copyright.
Recording of Copyrighted Programs
Television programs, excluding news programs, transmitted by commercial and non-commercial television stations for reception by the general public without charge may be recorded off-air simultaneously with broadcast transmission (including simultaneous cable retransmission) and retained by a school for a period not to exceed the first forty-five (45) consecutive calendar days after date of recording. Upon conclusion of this retention period, all off-air recordings must be erased or destroyed immediately. Certain programming such as that provided on public television may be exempt from this provision; check with the librarian or the subscription database, e.g. unitedstreaming.
Off-air recording may be used once by individual teachers in the course of instructional activities, and repeated once only when reinforcement is necessary, within a building, during the first 10 consecutive school days, excluding scheduled interruptions, in the 45 calendar day retention period. Off-air recordings may be made only at the request of and used by individual teachers, and may not be regularly recorded in anticipation of requests. No broadcast program may be recorded off-air more than once at the request of the same teacher, regardless of the number of times the program may be broadcast. A limited number of copies may be reproduced from each off-air recording to meet the legitimate needs of teachers. Each additional copy shall be subject to all provisions governing the original recording.
After the first ten consecutive school days, off-air recordings may be used up to the end of the 45 calendar day retention period only for evaluation purposes, i.e., to determine whether or not to include the broadcast program in the teaching curriculum. Permission must be secured from the publisher before the recording can be used for instructional purposes after the 10 day period.
Off-air recordings need not be used in their entirety, but the recorded programs may not be altered from their original content. Off-air recordings may not be physically or electronically combined or merged to constitute teaching anthologies or compilations. All copies of off-air recordings must include the copyright notice on the broadcast program as recorded.
Authorized Reproduction and Use of Copyrighted Computer Software
Schools have a valid need for high-quality software at reasonable prices. To assure a fair return to the authors of software programs, the school district shall support the legal and ethical issues involved in copyright laws and any usage agreements that are incorporated into the acquisition of software programs. To this end, the following guidelines shall be in effect:
Fair Use Guidelines for Educational Multimedia
Students may incorporate portions of copyrighted materials in producing educational multimedia projects such as videos, Power Points, podcasts and web sites for a specific course, and may perform, display or retain the projects.
Educators may perform or display their own multimedia projects to students in support of curriculum-based instructional activities. These projects may be used:
Educators may use copyrighted materials in a multimedia project for two years, after that permission must be requested and received.
The following limitations restrict the portion of any given work that may be used pursuant of fair use in an educational multimedia project:
Fair use does not include posting a student or teacher’s work on the Internet if it includes portions of copyrighted materials. Permission to copy shall be obtained from the original copyright holder(s) before such projects are placed online. The opening screen of such presentations shall include notice that permission was granted and materials are restricted from further use.
Approved: 11/08/2007
Reviewed:
Revised:
Wapello Community School District believes that to adequately prepare modern learners for the future, advances in technology should first be explored within the education environment. At its most simple, generative artificial intelligence (AI) is automation based on association. AI tools analyze large amounts of information and detect patterns using that information to draw a conclusion. The AI tools then improve the conclusions drawn based upon additional data reviewed, patterns found, and prior conclusions drawn. Generative AI for the education environment has the potential to automate classroom organizational tasks, enhance individualized student learning, teaching, assessment of student learning, and even enhance research and professional development for educators.
However, generative AI tools can be vulnerable to inaccuracy in some significant ways. AI tools can: have bias in how the tools detect patterns; detect patterns/draw conclusions based on inaccurate data; and may not be fully accessible to students to different abilities. It is valuable for students to understand the potential uses and limitations of this imperfect technology in an educational environment where AI tools have been carefully selected and are monitored and reviewed within appropriate guidelines. For this reason, human oversight and decision making must lead the selection, use, and review of AI tools in the education environment.
Only humans can verify the accuracy of AI tools and apply proper context to any information generated from them. AI tools will never be the sole determining factor used to make decisions related to student learning, assessment, academic integrity, and behavior. All decisions must be made by appropriate licensed staff and based upon a holistic analysis of available evidence.
Privacy must be protected when using generative AI tools. AI draws conclusions based on analysis of data. No personally identifiable information about other students or staff will be shared with AI tools, without prior written consent from the parent or guardian of the student, or from the student/staff if applicable. Permission must be granted prior to students using open-source AI tools that may share information outside the tool itself, and with any entities outside the control of the privacy terms and conditions of the AI tool.
Use of AI tools by students and staff will be at all times appropriate to the educational environment and subject to all applicable laws, regulations, and policies. This includes but is not limited to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, Children’s Internet Protection Act, and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule; as well as district policies on studet conduct, copyright protections, student records, personnel records, bullying and harassment, and staff/student expression.
The Superintendent, working in collaboration with relevant staff, will develop regulations necessary to carry out the intent of this policy.
Legal Reference: 16 C.F.R. 312
34 C.F.R. pt. 99
47 C.F.R. 54 520
Iowa Code § 279.8
Cross Reference: 104 Anti-Bullying/Harassment
502 Student Rights and Responsibilities
506 Student Records
605.5 School Library
Approved: 2/14/24
Reviewed:
Revised:
Selection of AI tools
AI tools will be vetted by relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to the district’s IT staff and, when related to student learning or assessment, by the Curriculum Director. Decisions to use AI tools should be focused on:
Academic Integrity
Use of AI in research and graded work by students must include proper source citations. Copyright protections must be strictly adhered to. Students who fail to comply with these requirements may face discipline as stated in relevant district policies.
Appropriate Use
Prior to using AI tools, classroom teachers will clearly state how AI tools may be used to engage in and complete educational tasks and assignments. Classroom teachers will establish appropriate parameters for AI tool usage and will monitor student use of AI tools as appropriate.
Prohibited Use
Students will not use AI tools to access or create information that is discriminatory, constitutes bullying or harassment, shares confidential or personally identifiable information of others, or access/create material that is harmful to minors, obscne, or child pornography. Any violation of this regulation will be treated as a violation of relevant district policies and may be subject to loss of access to the AI tool, and further discipline.