There is a possibility the E-rate regulations may impose the need for filtering to be eligible for funds. If not, then consortium will make a recommendation to superintendents to implement or for individual districts to pursue. Several districts could join together to filter through a common proxy server and could provide additional server space for mail or web space. Filters constantly need to be upgraded to be effective, and maintenance cost must be considered. Vikki Gillett reported Chico Unified School District has a policy which forbids filtering.
Policy is posted on their web site.
American Librarian Association also discourages filtering. Allen Rader remarked the Butte County Office of Education uses a disclaimer with the current Internet filtering program. Russ Selken reported MacAfee will close their special sale offer tomorrow.