An acceptable use policy is key when working in a K-12 educational setting. Having clear cut expectations and limitations delivered in writing to students and parents can help demonstrate that the communication has been made between school and home and that should students choose to break those rules, they will be held accountable with consequences. What is uplifting is that those consequences need not be dire and permanent, but reminders of proper behavior when dealing with a public medium that give students the chance to earn back the right to use technology at the school.

Policies for student blogs:
DO:
Express yourself
Keep up with requirements
Use appropriate language
Content: Remember that your blog can be viewed by students, teachers, and parents
Ensure that the content you provide is to the best of your knowledge accurate and true
DO NOT:
Speak negatively of other students, teachers, or other persons
Use profanity