[ebarker]

Originally Posted by MechEng83

I don't actively seek out current students as facebook friends, but I haven't denied a request either. I do set students to a restricted group to limit their access to my information. I view facebook and other social media as tools. The ability to use tools is what makes us an advanced society. FIRST is about promoting technology and inspiring students. If I can use this technology to inspire students, then I think it's a wholly appropriate and legitimate use.

Prior to email/facebook/phone/text contact I have a conversation with the student's parents. Once all that is settled then things can proceed. Until then the students only recourse is to be all meetings.