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Acceptable Use Policy

The School provides access to various computer resources, including the school network, and the internet. These resources are available to facilitate the learning process in a supportive school environment and to provide quality learning outcomes for our students.  The School encourages students to become familiar with the use of information technology in the achievement of learning outcomes and personal learning goals.  
 

As responsible member of the school community, it is expected that all students will follow and adhere to the guidelines established below. These guidelines are based on respect, common sense, school rules and procedures, as well as other state and federal legislation.
 

For the benefit of all users, students are expected to observe the following:
 

Students will have access to:
⦁ Information, online databases and news from a variety of sources and research institutions
⦁ District provided software and public domain/shareware software of all types
⦁ Variety of web-based and software programs to publish content to the web
⦁ Collaborative web-based programs for the purpose of project-based learning
⦁ Online courses and curriculum, academic software and electronic learning resources
 

Students may have access to:
⦁ Electronic mail (email) to access learning resources
⦁ Discussion groups on a wide-variety of topics

 

Acceptable Use
The purpose for schools having access to the Internet is to enhance teaching and learning by providing access to 21st century tools and resources as well as online instruction. Use of another organization’s data networks (e.g. cell phone carriers) or computing resources must comply with rules of that network as well as district user policies.
 

Prohibited Uses
Transmission of any material in violation of any federal or state law, and district policy is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, the distribution of:
⦁ Information that violates or infringes upon the rights of any other person
⦁ Bullying by using information and communication technologies (cyber-bulling)
⦁ Defamatory, inappropriate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive or illegal material
⦁ Advertisements, solicitations, commercial ventures or political lobbying
⦁ Information that encourages the use of controlled substances or the use of the system for the purpose of inciting crime
⦁ Material that violates copyright laws
Vandalism, unauthorized access, “hacking,” or tampering with hardware or software, including introducing “viruses” or pirated software, is strictly prohibited.
WARNING: Inappropriate use may result in the cancellation of network privileges. The site system administrator(s) or district security administrator may close an account at any time deemed necessary. Depending on the seriousness of the offense, any combination of the following policies/procedures will be enforced: Education Code, district procedures, and school site discipline/ network use policy.
 

Privileges
The use of the internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges. The administration, teachers and/or staff may request the site system administrator or district security administrator to deny, revoke or suspend specific user access.
Network Rules and Etiquette
 

The use of the internet requires that students abide by district rules of network use and etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following.
⦁ Be polite. Do not send abusive messages to anyone.
⦁ Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language. Anything pertaining to illegal activities is strictly forbidden.
⦁ Maintain privacy. Do not reveal the personal address, phone numbers, personal web sites or images of yourself or other persons. Before publishing a student’s picture, first name, or work on the internet, the school must have on file a parent release authorizing publication.
⦁ Cyber-bullying is considered harassment. (Refer to the Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying Policies section of this booklet.)
⦁ Respect copyrights. All communications and information accessible via the network are assumed to be the property of the author and should not be reused without his/her permission.
⦁ Do not disrupt the network.
 

Cyber-Bullying
Cyber-bullying is the use of any electronic communication device to convey a message in any form (text, image, audio, or video) that intimidates, harasses, or is otherwise intended to harm, insult, or humiliate another in a deliberate, repeated, or hostile and unwanted manner. Using personal communication devices or district property to cyber-bully one another is strictly prohibited and may result in the cancellation of network privileges and /or disciplinary action. Cyber-bullying may include but is not limited to:
⦁ Spreading information or pictures to embarrass
⦁ Heated unequal argument online that includes making rude, insulting or vulgar remarks
⦁ Isolating an individual from his or her peer group
⦁ Using someone else’s screen name and pretending to be that person
⦁ Forwarding information or pictures meant to be private
 

Vandalism
Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses.
 

Student Agreement
I understand that if the School decides I have broken this agreement, I may be prevented from using the Internet for a period of time.
 ________________________________    _______________ 
     (Student Name – Please Print)                     (Class)
 ________________________________    _______________  
             (Student Signature)                            (Date)

 

Parent/Guardian
 I understand that the Internet system can provide students with valuable learning experiences.  I also understand that, although unlikely, it may give access to information that is illegal, dangerous or offensive.
I accept that, whilst teachers will always exercise their duty of care, protection against exposure to harmful information must depend upon responsible use by the students.
 
I give permission for   ___________________   to use the Internet network.  I understand that students who break the Computer Usage Policy and/or Internet Access Agreement may be prevented from using computers and/or have disciplinary action taken against them.
 ________________________________   
    (Parent or Guardian – Please Print)
 ________________________________    _______________   
    (Parent or Guardian Signature)                       (Date)