Series 5000: Students

5131.11 Video Cameras on School Buses

The Board of Education recognizes the need to maintain appropriate conduct on school buses. Accordingly, the Board of Education authorizes the installation of video cameras on school buses  as an aid in monitoring student behavior. The tapes from these cameras will be used to assist  school administrators in deciding upon appropriate disciplinary action. 

Legal Reference:

Connecticut General Statutes 

10-221 Boards of Education to prescribe rules 

Title I - Amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Act. (PL 105-17) Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. 

Policy adopted: February 12, 2018 THOMASTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Thomaston, Connecticut