IFBG Clean - Option B - November 10, 2025 - DCSD Board Meeting Archive

Board Policy Manual
DeKalb County School District

Board Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use Status: DRAFT -
1st Reading

Original Adopted Date: 01/01/1900 | Last Revised Date: 07/11/2011 | Last
Reviewed Date: 09/17/2025

CLEAN VERSION

I. Purpose

The DeKalb County School District (“DCSD” or “District”) provides technology resources, including
internet access, to support the district’s educational mission and enhance teaching, learning, and
operational efficiency. The district is committed to safeguarding its students, employees, partners,
and technology infrastructure.
Employees and students uncertain about appropriate technology use must seek clarification from
their supervisor, teacher, or school administrator.
II. Definitions
A. Artificial Intelligence (AI): Includes generative artificial intelligence, automated
decision-making software (ADMS), and large language models (LLMs) capable of
generating original content with minimal human input (e.g., ChatGPT, DALL·E,
Microsoft Copilot, Gemini).
B. Emergent Technology: Includes AI engines, chatbots, ADMS, or other
technologies that may impact the district’s network, equipment, or data.
C. School Equipment: Any computer, network, or communication system owned,
leased, or provided by the district for instructional or administrative use.
D. Social Media: Internet-based platforms that facilitate communication, collaboration,
or user-generated content (e.g., X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn,
YouTube).
E. Student Data: Personally identifiable information, including names, addresses,
identification numbers, contact information, or other data protected by law.
F. Threat Actors: Unauthorized individuals or entities with malicious intent, including
but not limited to governments, criminals, or hackers.
G. Users: Any individual who accesses or uses district technology or digital
infrastructure.
III. General Use
A. District technology resources will be used only for educational, research, and official
district purposes consistent with the district’s mission and goals.
B. All users must sign an Acceptable Use Agreement acknowledging understanding of
this policy and its accompanying regulations.
IV. Internet Safety
The Superintendent or designee will:
A. Implement and maintain technology protection measures to block or filter internet
content that is obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors, as required by law and
Board Policy JCDAG.
B. Provide instruction on appropriate online behavior, including social networking, chat
room interaction, and cyberbullying prevention, consistent with CIPA and Board
Policy JCDAG.
C. Develop and enforce regulations to monitor network use, prevent unauthorized
access, and ensure data security.
D. Implement technical and administrative safeguards to protect the integrity of district
networks and user data.
E. Educate students, employees, and contractors on emergent technologies, ethical
use, and information security risks.
F. Establish disciplinary consequences for violations of this policy and supporting
regulations.
V. Employee Use of Technology
A. Employees will use district technology resources primarily for job-related duties.
B. Limited incidental personal use is permitted only if it does not interfere with job
performance, district operations, or legal and ethical obligations.
C. Employees are responsible for the proper use, security, and confidentiality of their
accounts, passwords, and files.
D. All suspected security breaches or misuse shall be reported immediately to the
Chief Information Officer and the Director for Information and Network Security.
E. The district retains ownership, control, and supervisory rights over all technology
resources and may monitor usage at any time. Users have no expectation of
privacy in their use of district technology, including email and stored files.
F. Employees must exercise sound judgment when using technology and ensure the
confidentiality of student and staff personally identifiable information.
G. Teachers, staff, and volunteers supervising student technology use will ensure
compliance with this policy and promptly report violations to the principal or
appropriate administrator.
H. Employees may be held financially responsible for losses or damages resulting
from misuse.
VI. Student Use of Technology
A. Students will use district technology for educational purposes during designated
instructional hours and under appropriate supervision.
B. Students may not use technology to engage in conduct that violates the Student
Code of Conduct, including but not limited to plagiarism, cheating, harassment, or
bullying.
C. Students must comply with all provisions of this policy and related regulations.
VII. Authority and Responsibility
The superintendent or designee will:
A. Develop administrative regulations to implement this policy.
B. Ensure ongoing monitoring and evaluation of district technology use and internet
safety measures.
C. Provide regular training for staff and students on responsible technology use and
emerging risks.
VIII. References
● Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
● Board Policy JCDAG – Internet Safety and Cyberbullying
● Board Policy IFBG(R) – Acceptable Use Regulation
● Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

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