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The biggest fear with photographing or videotaping kids is that their image will leave the school and they will be identified by someone who has ill intentions. As educators, we respect that fear. Here are some tips for responsibly using children's likenesses outside of the classroom.=====

**Before Taking Photos/Video** :

 * ===== A signed consent form, [[file:PhotoReleaseForm_ArtinAction.pdf]], //must be obtained// from the child’s parent/guardian, and kept on file, covering all cases where images of children are to be published beyond the parameters of school use. Consent gained is for photographs, videos and the web use. **Make 3 copies.** A personal copy, one for your school and on for ArtsErie. =====


 * Taking Photos or Video in the Classroom: **
 * Children can be identified by logos or emblems on sweatshirts etc. When possible, try to avoid capturing these.
 * Where possible, try to capture general shots of classroom or group activities rather than close up pictures of individual children.
 * Consider the camera angle; photographs taken over the shoulder, or from behind are less identifiable.

**Posting or Publishing Photo/Video**
 * ===== Make parents aware when you will be uploading anything with the kids in it. Many parents will be appreciative of their child being highlighted. However, there may be a small number of parents who do not. This ensures everyone is on the same page. =====
 * If the pupil is named, avoid using their photograph. If the photograph is used, avoid naming the pupil.
 * When titling the photograph or video, use a minimum of information. Is it really necessary to accompany a picture with the pupils’ names, the year group, or the school?