Article 8 - Miscellaneous

8800 - Selection of Learning Materials and Reconsideration

PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHYState law requires the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) to establish Core Standards to identify what individual students should be able to know and do at each grade level and for each discipline. The Weber School District Board of Education has the legal responsibility to adopt or approve instructional materials for use in all elementary and secondary schools. The Board delegates to the professional staff the responsibility for evaluating, selecting, and recommending learning materials, reserving to the Board of Education the right to approve or disapprove the final...

Learning Materials, Selection of Learning Materials

8700 - Administrative Procedures For Service Animals in Schools

References: Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended 2008); 28 C.F.R. Part 35Utah Code Ann. § 62A-5b-101 through 104 Weber School District acknowledges its obligation to permit students and/or adults with disabilities to be accompanied by a service animal in its school buildings, classrooms, and at school functions as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended 2008) and Utah statute. A “service animal” means a dog or miniature horse individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability. For example, work or tasks may...

Service Animals

8600 - Use of District Vehicles for Non-School Sponsored Events Policy

This policy outlines the procedures necessary to insure that District vehicles and related services are appropriately managed for non-school sponsored activities. The District is a public, tax-supported institution; therefore, District owned vehicles and related services must be utilized for District functions only, except in the case of public emergencies or when justified by this policy. All school-sponsored activities are not subject to this policy. Use of District vehicles and related services will only be considered for community, non-profit activities defined as: city, county, or other...

Use of Vehicles, Vehicles

Contract for Vending Machines

Weber School DistrictContract forVending Machines Effective Date: ____________________________ Parties: Weber School District and __________________________________. Recitals: _______________________ is a wholesale distributor of products for resale in soft drink dispensers, vending machines and coolers. _______________________ desires to supply its products to WSD, and WSD desires to purchase such products from ___________________________ in accordance with the following terms and conditions. By and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, the Parties...

Vending Machines, Contract

8500 - Wellness Policy

Forms: Child Nutrition Wellness ProceduresWellness Policy Procedural checklist PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHYThe Weber School District is committed to providing a school environment which includes good nutrition and regular physical activity as part of the total learning environment. The District supports overall student wellness by promoting nutrition and providing education, physical activity, and other school-based activities that promote overall student wellness. The District supports compliance with federal nutrition standards for food and beverages provided and/or sold at school. NUTRITION...

Child Nutrition, Wellness Procedures, Nutrition

8450 - Video Security on School Grounds or Property

Camera Location, Operation and ControlAll school district grounds, buildings and property including buses for district purposes may be equipped with video security cameras. Video equipment may be placed in any area where there is not a reasonable expectation of privacy, including but not limited to parking lots, entrances, exits, hallways, offices, gymnasiums, stages, cafeterias, libraries, storage areas, and other public shared or common spaces. 1.1 There is no reasonable expectation of privacy in a person’s office and/or classroom. However, a camera will not be placed in a...

Video Security in Schools

8400 - Audio and Visual Media Usage

PURPOSE & PHILOSOPHYThe Board of Education of Weber School District recognizes that movies, videos, and audiovisual materials can enhance the educational experience. The board’s intent is that audio and visual media materials are used legally and appropriately in achieving legitimate educational objectives and are appropriate for age and/or grade/subject level. POLICYAll use of audiovisual support materials in an instructional setting must comply with applicable laws. These materials should be selected and authorized as outlined in this policy and their use should align with an educational...

Video Sources

8350 - Digital Media Devices

References: Utah State Office of Education Rule R277-495. The use of digital media devices (cell phones, pagers, computers, cameras, audio recorders, PDA’s, radios, CD/DVD players, etc.) have increased in our community and in the schools. While digital media devices are beneficial, their misuse may be disruptive to a positive learning environment and may infringe on the privacy and rights of others. EMPLOYEE USE OF DIGITAL MEDIA DEVICES Digital media devices must be used in an ethical and responsible manner. No employee should be involved in illegal transactions,...

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8340 - Employee Social Media Policy

PHILOSOPHYWeber School District Board of Education recognizes the District’s need to communicate with students, parents, and the community at large. Communication continues to evolve and currently consists mostly of technological means. Social media (websites/applications focused on communication) has become the primary source for interaction, collaboration, content-sharing, and community-based input. The District understands that social media facilitates necessary communication, but may also pose potential hazards and privacy violation concerns when used inadequately. POLICYThe purpose of...

Websites, Technical Services, Posting Guidelines

8320 - Student Appropriate Use Policy

Please read the following carefully. Violations of the Appropriate Use Guidelines may cause a student's access privileges to be revoked for a period of time up to one school year, other disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal action to be taken. It is expected that all students sign as having read the district AUP. Any student who utilizes the computer lab(s) or any computer equipment at the school must be aware of certain policies for use of the equipment and/or facilities. Procedures are in place for the protection of students and equipment. Students will be held accountable for any...

Appropriate Use Policy, Students

Article 8 - Miscellaneous

Article 8 - Miscellaneous

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