Overall, it is appropriate for schools to punish students for their online speech when it is harmful, discriminatory, or disruptive to the school environment. This includes situations such as making sexist or racist comments about other students, criticizing the administration, demeaning or making fun of teachers, posting revealing photos or videos of other students, spreading hurtful lies and rumors about others, and participating in cyberbullying. Schools have a responsibility to create a safe and respectful learning environment, and addressing online speech that goes against these values is necessary in order to maintain that environment.
