Springfield School District may sometimes utilize tools to support students in the virtual environment in the event of an emergency school closing or unforeseen circumstance. To assist in the delivery of some student services, videoconferencing with the use of camera and audio may be employed.

1. It is prohibited to share documents and/or communication that are exclusive to the course with outsiders or third parties.
2. It is prohibited to take screenshots of, or record any of the online learning tools used within the course, without teacher or staff permission. The teacher may, however, choose to record sessions for students to watch remotely or to use for subsequent groups for educational purposes. The teacher will clearly announce it in advance if a session is recorded. The sessions will not be distributed to third parties outside the class. Any recordings will be stored in and made accessible only through SSD platforms. Exceptions can be made if explicit permission is given by all who appear in the recording.
3. You may inform your teacher if you do not wish to be recorded and can subsequently choose to turn off your webcam. You still need to meet attendance requirements.
4. Students should respect the privacy and confidentiality rights of others.

Videoconferencing Best Practices:

• Students and parents/guardians should work together to set up access to the videoconference.
• Conferencing should be done in a public room of the home (e.g. kitchen, dining room, home office)
• Distractions and background noises should be kept to a minimum
• Know how to mute and unmute your microphone
• Allow for “no camera”
• Stage in front of a simple, uncluttered background (know what is in the background of your camera view)
• Wear appropriate clothing during video meetings
•  Use respectful behavior and language
• Be honest and show academic integrity
• Use appropriate pictures, emojis, and/or avatars
• Behave appropriately