W. Va. Code R. § 126-41-7

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 126-41-7 - Network

7.1. The statewide network, the district wide area networks (WANs), and school local area networks (LANs) include wired and wireless computers, peripheral equipment, routers, switches, servers, files, storage devices, e-mail, Internet content, digital tools, and any other equipment which communicates via network connections.

7.2. The WVDE reserves the right to prioritize the use of and access to the statewide network. Districts may also prioritize local traffic within WANs and LANs consistent with WVDE guidelines.

7.3. All use of the network must support instructional and administrative purposes and be consistent with WVBE policies, WVDE guidelines, E-rate regulations, and federal and state statutes.

7.4. WVDE, approved service providers, and other state agencies operate the statewide infrastructure to provide Internet access for all schools under the supervision of the WVBE. In accordance with state purchasing guidelines, filtering will be installed at the state network level at the two points of presence (POPs) for Internet access. This will provide filtering for all public schools in a cost effective manner and with efficient management. Providing this service at the state level enables districts to meet CIPA and E-rate guideline requirements for filtering.

7.5. The district and/or schools may also add additional electronic filters at the local network levels. Other objectionable material may be filtered. The determination of what constitutes "other objectionable" material is a local decision.

7.6. Schools must enforce the use of the filtering or electronic technical protection measures during any use of the network and computers/devices to access the Internet.

7.7. To avoid duplication of effort at the district/school levels, the WVDE will provide a method and instructional modules that allow districts/schools to certify compliance with the current FCC regulations regarding Internet safety policies.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-41-7