WNESU has adopted a Video Surveillance policy (E12).  It outlines the procedures for “the installation and use of video cameras in public areas of the school, such as  (but not limited to) school buses, hallways, auditoriums, lobbies, the cafeteria, and school grounds.”    The intent of the cameras is to help maintain the safety and order of its students and staff and to assist in the investigation of incidents on school grounds including the school buses.  School administration will supervise and control the video surveillance equipment and retain the right to use the video recordings in student disciplinary hearings, subject to Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) and federal and state laws.  If necessary, the recordings may be turned over to the proper legal authorities for criminal prosecution if it is determined a crime has been committed.  Recordings are not necessary for ensuring appropriate discipline will be recycled within sixty days.