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[quote=Anonymous]The fact that the students are SN isn't even really relevant here.  What's important is that the teacher is showing a huge lack of judgment, and possibly violating her district's social media/photography policies.  Our district makes it very clear that parental permission has to be sought in advance of using student photos in any capacity that might expose them publicly.  In my kid's classroom last year there were families that opted out partially or fully, and the school was very careful about ensuring those kids didn't end up in photos of class/school activities.  Most, if not all, districts have policies like this (maybe they're just not communicating them well.)

This isn't an issue to address to the teacher - she's not the person in charge.  You need to go to an administrator (Principal/Asst. Principal) and ask what the school's/district's policy is.  If there is a violation of policy, you need to bring it to their attention and ask them to address it immediately.  If there isn't a violation, you should still talk to them about it - how uncomfortable you are with your child being photographed by the teacher and the photos distributed on social media without your permission. Then recommend they develop a policy.

I'm surprised by the comments that say ignore it, or talk to the teacher, or notify the teacher/school anonymously.  Be direct, take this issue to someone who is in charge, and insist on a resolution.  I don't generally get super worked up over things at school, but this is something that would bother me.
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