Digital citizenship is a concept which helps teachers, technology leaders and parents understand what

students should know to use technology appropriately. With the growth of technology there is a need to talk

about responsible use of technology. Digital Citizenship refers to the ability to think critically, behave safely,

and participate responsibly in our digital world. The following skills are essential for students to harness

the full potential of technology for learning and for college and career readiness.

• Internet Safety
• Privacy & Security
• Relationships & Communications
• Digital Footprint & Reputation
• Self-Image & Identity
• Information Literacy
• Creative Credit & Copyright

Teachers and staff will promote, model, and establish policies for safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology. Students are expected to care for their devices, charge them nightly, handle them with care and keep them clean and dry. Digital Citizenship responsibility may include but is not limited to refraining from posting something the student may later regret, protecting the student’s and the school’s integrity, refraining from cyberbullying, use of proper digital etiquette, avoid visiting websites that are not educationally related and avoid sharing personal information.