The PA Department of Education has made several updates to the guidance and FAQ on the website. Updated topics include:

• • OCDEL Continuity of Education
  • Distributing Technology
  • Fingerprinting
  • English Learners – Provisional Identification Procedure
  • Graduation Ceremonies
  • Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund FAQ
  • Library – Re-opening Framework
  • Medical/Nursing Training Programs
  • Closed Schools (Retrieving Personal Belongings)
  • Data Collection Updates (PIMS)

Also, as instruction continues through a variety of virtual learning platforms, the Department would like to remind LEAs/schools that it is important to safeguard personally identifiable student information, including photos and video, as required by local district media policies and protections provided under FERPA. Be aware that taking screenshots of students is the equivalent of taking photos and all of the same local practices for photographic images that ensure student privacy should be followed.