CONCLUSION

School districts need policies that clearly outline appropriate and inappropriate electronic communications and online interactions between school personnel and students (Maxwell, 2007). Since texts, emails, and social media posts are the way most people expect to exchange information in today’s world, many school administrators encourage teachers to communicate electronically with students and parents on academic matters. However, this requires the development of clear policies and codes of conduct that address all forms of electronic communications. Appropriate use of these technologies can be reinforced through the training of all school personnel and volunteers, as well as students and parents.