Student Data & Privacy

As a participant in the federal E-Rate program, Big Walnut Local Schools adheres to the requirements of the Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA). This means the district has an internet safety policy in place that includes measures to block or filter access to inappropriate online content. Additionally, we monitor students' online activities on district devices as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and educational online environment.

Beyond compliance with CIPA, Big Walnut Local Schools utilizes monitoring tools through our technology provider(s) for other permissible reasons as outlined under Ohio Senate Bill 29 (ex: location tracking, web-browsing activity, and other student interactions with school-issued devices). These monitoring practices not only help in filtering content and alerting designated school personnel to potential threats, instances of violence, or indications of suicidal or self-harm ideation, but they also assist teachers in ensuring that students remain on task during class. These measures support our students' safety, learning, and productivity, both online and in the classroom.

Below, please find a list of all technology providers that have access to students’ educational records for the purpose of providing curriculum, testing, or assessment services. If you wish, you may review a complete copy of the District’s contract with any of the below technology providers, ask questions, or relay concerns by contacting Glenn Welker

Click here for a list of all technology providers

Please be aware that the District, either directly or through a technology provider, is electing to generally monitor all school-issued devices (as defined in R.C. 3319.325). The monitoring will include the following features: location tracking and student interactions with school-issued devices (e.g., keystrokes and web-browsing activity). The District generally monitors these features for noncommercial educational purposes, including instruction, technical support, and/or exam proctoring. Additionally, these features are typically monitored as a precaution to prevent or respond to threats to life or safety.