Access to Internet and Devices
Students and staff will need adequate and affordable access to both the internet and devices to successfully participate in virtual and hybrid summer programming. District’s will need to engage with families and staff to verify access as well as assist those who may not have the necessary equipment and provide the necessary equipment and access as needed.
Guiding Questions
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How will the district confirm equitable access to the necessary technology so that all students who want or need to participate are able to do so?
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Are there technology resources that can be shared between districts?
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What resources will be made available for students? Staff?
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How will the district provide technical support as needed to families?
Resources
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Internet connectivity hotline and phone helpline number is 1 (608) 267-3595 staffed by the Wisconsin Public Service Commission for families.
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Offers from Wisconsin Internet Providers during Covid 19: Portable Access and Internet Offers.
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Wisconsin’s Public Access to WIFI map with over 650 emergency Wi-Fi locations in the state
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DPI curated resources to assist in finding affordable internet access: Connectivity resources.
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For more information, contact: Rachel Schemelin, E-Rate and Broadband Education Consultant.
Privacy and Security
A student’s Personal Identifiable Information or PII should be protected with the same vigilance that is practiced during a traditional school year. Summer programs should meet the state standards with FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, and other relevant regulations as they would during the regular school year.
Guiding Questions
- How will the district provide data privacy training to new or nontraditional staff?
- Who will inventory all software and applications to ensure student data privacy?
- How will the district review data sharing agreements with new or temporary vendors to ensure they meet the district and state data privacy requirements?
- Who will review district directory data and public notice to ensure it is applicable to summer programs. Utilize consent forms when necessary.
- How will the district and board policies be shared to maintain student data privacy and data security.
Resources
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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Data Security Resources including training materials.
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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Cyber Security Resources, including webinar recordings.
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Tips for security when teleworking and for video conferences.
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Guidance around FERPA.
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Federal Trade Commission's information on COPPA.
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Federal Communication Commission's guidance for CIPA