Is it legal for the school to read my emails, text messages, or facebook?

[ornery and mean]

If you use these services on school equipment ... they will have access to them! Most of the school systems are bugged with key loggers, "big brother" software, and a whole lot of other "snooping" tools.

If you violate school rules by bringing and using electronic devices in school ... they can confiscate them and search them for evidence of violation of school rules.

Want to be 100% sure the school can never access your personal web spaces?

NEVER log on to any of these services using school equipment,.

NEVER bring your personal electronic devices that have accessed these spaces on to school property for any reason.

TELL your friends to do the same, keep personal electronic messages out of the school. That way the school does not have a foothold to get into your personal space.