TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES - DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM

Jonesport School Department is connected to a network of schools and resources that uses real-time interactive technology to provide expanded educational opportunities to students and staff via a polycom unit. This system enables schools across the state to share course offerings, professional development, ideas and information regardless of the participants' geographic location.

This connection is to be used for educational purposes consistent with the mission and goals of the schools. The Board and administration will consider and address distance learning opportunities and issues when reviewing and developing policies, preparing budgets, and planning for curriculum and professional development. The Superintendent is authorized to enter into agreements with other school units regarding the distance learning/polycoms.

All users of the polycom and participants in distance learning programs are expected to comply with applicable Board policies, procedures and school rules. Violations of Board policies, procedures and school rules may result in loss of privileges to use the system or participate in distance learning programs, as well as disciplinary sanctions under the applicable policy or rule.

The Superintendent is responsible for implementing the distance learning/polycom program, although specific responsibilities may be delegated to administrators or other appropriate staff at the Superintendent's discretion.

Cross References: IJND-G - Distance Learning Program Guidelines
                            EGAD - Copyright Compliance
                            IJNDB - Student Computer and Internet Use

DATE ADOPTED: August 21, 2003