Boerne ISD is committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students. This includes protecting their personal information and data privacy, as well as ensuring the cybersecurity of our technology systems. We understand that the digital world plays an increasingly important role in education. We use a variety of online tools and resources to enhance learning, but we also take data privacy and cybersecurity very seriously.

  CHILDREN'S INTERNET PROTECTION ACT (CIPA)

   The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) was enacted by Congress in 2000 to address concerns about children's access to obscene or harmful content over the Internet.

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)

 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. 

CHILDREN'S ONLINE PRIVACY PROTECTION RULE (COPPA)

The Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) imposes certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age.

PROTECTION OF PUPIL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (PPRA)

The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) applies to the programs and activities of a state education agency (SEA), local education agency (LEA), or other recipient of funds under any program funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

SCOPE ACT (HB18) 

Texas House Bill No. 18, the Securing Children Online through Parental Empowerment Act, also known as the SCOPE Act was approved June, 2023. The SCOPE Act requires covered digital service providers to provide minors with certain data protections, prevent minors from accessing harmful content, and give parents tools to manage their child’s use of the service.  

GOOGLE PRIVACY POLICY

Boerne ISD is a Google District. Google takes security seriously, with industry-leading safeguards and privacy policies that put you in control of your school’s data. Here’s how you know that students and educators are protected: Google Data Privacy.

APPROVED APPS

In our commitment to using technology effectively in the classroom, BISD implements a rigorous process for selecting and approving educational apps. This ensures students have access to high-quality, safe, and age-appropriate learning tools that support their academic growth. Click here to see district-approved applications. 

This section equips you, as a parent, to have open and informative conversations with your child about cyber safety.

Here, we'll provide guidance on:

• Starting the conversation: Learn how to approach the topic in a way that feels natural and age-appropriate.
• Building trust and open communication: Create a safe space for your child to share their online experiences, good or bad.
• Setting clear expectations: Work together to establish ground rules for internet use and responsible online behavior.
• Navigating social media and online challenges: Explore tools and resources to address cyberbullying, online predators, and other potential dangers.

Remember, by having regular conversations and working as a team, you can empower your child to become a responsible digital citizen and thrive in the online world.

• Cyberbullying

  • Definition and examples What Is Cyberbullying | StopBullying.gov

  • Impact on students Cyberbullying and its impact on young people's emotional health and well-being | The Psychiatrist | Cambridge Core

  • How to recognize signs Prevent Cyberbullying | StopBullying.gov

  • Steps to take if your child is a victim of cyberbullying Establishing Rules | StopBullying.gov, Digital Awareness for Parents | StopBullying.gov

• Phishing

  • What is phishing and how does it work?Common signs of phishing attempts https://youtu.be/y-90nP6fZbY?feature=shared 

  • Tips on how to educate children about recognizing and avoiding phishing https://youtu.be/R12_y2BhKbE?feature=shared 

• Malware

  • Definition and common types of malware

  • How malware can affect your child’s device

  • Preventative measures to protect devices from malware

• Strong Passwords

  • Importance of strong passwords https://youtu.be/9LxdtaSvQ3I?feature=shared 

  • Guidelines for creating and managing secure passwords https://youtu.be/YeUFL3GTFT0?feature=shared