2 . In considering requests for classroom observation , the primary responsibility of the administration shall be to avoid disruption of the learning environment and , to that end , the administration shall , in its good judgment , apply the test of reasonableness .
3 . When an observer is visiting a class , he / she is an observer only and should not interfere with the lesson presentation . If there are any questions , the observer should address them to the teacher and / or school administrator outside the classroom setting .
4 . Audio and video tape-recording or photographing of classroom activities by third parties may be disruptive of the educational process and may invade the privacy rights of students and will therefore not generally be allowed . Exceptions to these guidelines may be made by the Administration , subject to reasonable restrictions , as the Administration may adopt concerning a particular request .
Policy Adopted : April 24 , 2018
ENFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION ENFIELD , CONNECTICUT
ENFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
ENFIELD , CONNECTICUT
The Board of Education recognizes the importance of school volunteers at all levels of schooling . Volunteers can enhance collaboration between the school and community , broaden the school ’ s educational environment and ultimately enrich students ’ school experience . The Board further acknowledges that it may , from time to time , be asked to provide learning experiences for student interns within the school environments . In recognition of the benefit of having volunteers , interns and other such non-employees providing services within the schools , the Board supports the involvement of these individuals in accordance with suitable regulations and safeguards to be developed by the Administration .
Volunteers , interns and other such non-employees working within the schools (“ volunteers ”) must work under the supervision of Enfield Public Schools staff . Volunteers are held to the same standards of conduct as school staff and must observe all Board of Education policies , including applicable policies on the confidentiality of student information .
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