5 Social Media Social media can mean many things in a rapidly expanding world of electronic communication. Social media includes all means of communicating or posting information or content of any sort on the Internet, including a web log or blog, personal website, soci al networking website, whether or not associated or affiliated with HCCSC, as well as any other form of electronic communication. Ultimately, individuals are solely responsible for all forms of online communication. Online behavior should reflect community standards of honesty, respect and consideration. Employees may not disclose any confidential information pertaining to HCCSC, including information about students and/or their families. An employee should not “fri end” or “follow” a current student that is not a family member on a personal site. “Friending” parents or students is discouraged as it blurs the line between the personal and professional life. If a n employee utilizes social media for a school club or s chool related activity, it is encouraged that the employee creates a group page for that group as opposed to “friend requests” for group members. Any conduct online or in a public forum that adversely affects job performance, the performance of fellow associates or otherwise adversely affects HCCSC students, staff, administration or others associated with HCCSC may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Motor Vehicle Requirements An employee must possess a valid Indiana Driver’s License if driving an HCCSC vehicle is a requirement of the position. The following is a list of offenses, occurring any time in the last seven ( 7) years that would be deemed unacceptable to drive an HCCSC vehicle: • Driving while under the influence/driving while intoxicated (DUI/DWI) • Reckless driving • Suspended license • Speeding 25 mph or more above the speed limit • Drug offense • Hit and run/leaving the scene of an accident • Two (2) or more “at fault” accidents • Three (3) or more moving violations in the past 3 years • Less than one (1) year of driving experience with violations • Vehicular homicide • An “at fault” accident assigned eight ( 8) or more points Any employee who is charged with a Driving Under the Influence, Operating While Intoxicated, or reckless driving offense may be terminated if that position requires them to drive an HCCSC vehicle. HCCSC requires a copy of driver’s license, proof of insurance and authorization to pull Motor Vehicle Records. Record Retention Procedures for obtaining the approval to destroy school records are the same for destroying other public records. Each building should have the Retention Schedule that is dated April 26, 2023. The retention schedule for HCCSC dictates how long to keep each type of record. Specific questions should be directed to the Chief Financial Officer or designee. Employees may not
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