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Acceptable Use Policy

St. John Bosco School

2004-2005

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The purpose of this agreement is to outline the rules for using computers, laptops, the local area network and the Internet at St. John Bosco School. Internet access is available to the students, teachers and staff. The use of the network and the Internet are important to prepare students for the 21st century. Our goal in providing this service to teachers and students is to promote educational excellence in our school.

With the access to computers and people all over the world, also comes the availability of material that may not be considered to be of educational value in a school setting. St. John Bosco School has taken precautions to restrict access to controversial material, by using a firewall that will filter out access to objectionable material. However, on a global network, it is impossible to control all material. The staff of St. John Bosco firmly believes that the valuable information and interaction available on the Internet outweighs the possibility that students may procure material that is not consistent with the educational goals of St. John Bosco School. It is our belief, that by training our students how to deal with objectionable material now, they will be better suited to make the same type of value judgments as adults.

Local area network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network administrators may review files to insure system integrity and insure that students are using the system responsibly. Students should not expect that files stored on the server, hard drive, or floppy disks as private.

The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and access entails responsibility. Inappropriate use of the Internet will result in the cancellation of those privileges. The faculty will deem what is inappropriate use and their decision is final. The school may close a student account at any time. During school, teachers will guide students toward appropriate material. Outside of school, families bear the same responsibility for such guidance when using the Internet. Parents shall hold St. John Bosco School harmless if their child(ren) reads, views or hears objectionable material.

The students of St. John Bosco School are expected to abide by the accepted rules of network etiquette. These include (but are not limited to) the following:

Acceptable Uses:

1.      To conduct research.

2.      To access unique resources.

3.      To participate in collaborative projects.

4.      To communicate broadly and effectively.

5.      To publish work.

*Must have prior approval by parent/guardian.

Unacceptable Uses:

1.      Using the computer lab or classroom computer without a teacher or adult present.

2.      Using the Internet without a teacher or adult present

3.      Posting name, personal address or phone number.

4.      Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures.

5.      Using obscene language.

6.      Damaging computers, computer systems or network systems.

7.      Trespassing in another’s folders or files.

8.      Using another’s password.

9.      Vandalizing hardware or software – vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to destroy hardware or software.

10. Attempting to access resources that are restricted, confidential or privileged.

11. Using access for illegal acts.

12. Attempting to disrupt the networks access.

13. Causing damage to, or changing the operation or design of the network.

14. Agreeing to meet someone met online without parental approval and under the supervision of an authorized adult.

15. Plagiarizing information found on the Internet.

16. Posting web pages without the consent of a teacher.

17. Installation of unauthorized software or download of unauthorized files on school   computers.

*The preceding list is not an all-inclusive list of inappropriate uses and activities. Violations will result in a loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal actions.

Acceptable Use Policy Agreement

As a student of St. John Bosco School I have read and agree to follow the rules as found in this policy. I understand that if I break the rules my computer privileges, will be canceled, and I may face other disciplinary and/or legal action.

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Student Name (please print)

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Student Signature Grade Date

Student’s last four digits of social security number _____________________________

As the parent or legal guardian of the minor student mentioned above, I have read and agree to the Acceptable Use Policy. I grant permission for my son or daughter to access the local area network and the Internet. I recognize that it is impossible for St. John Bosco to restrict access to all controversial material and I will not hold them responsible for materials acquired on the network. I hereby give permission for my child and certify that the information contained on this form is correct.

________________________________________________ ______________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

This document is to be kept at the school for the duration of the student’s attendance.

Electronic Media Release Form

St. John Bosco School

_____Yes, I hereby GIVE my permission to St. John Bosco School to use my child’s picture, classroom work, art or computer generated products in the publication of the St. John Bosco School web page. Student names will be excluded.

_____No, I hereby DENY my permission to St. John Bosco School to use my child’s picture, classroom work, art or computer generated products in the publication of the St. John Bosco School web page. Student names will be excluded.

Student name: _________________________________________Grade____________

_______________________________________ ______________________ Parent Signature Date

Laptop Code of Conduct

Students using school laptops are expected to act in a responsible, ethical and legal manner in accordance with the acceptable use policy.

The class, teacher, or student who checks out a laptop from the cart is responsible for its safe return. Laptops are to be kept plugged into their power units to be recharged when not in use.

Students are responsible for inspecting and reporting malfunctions of hardware of software at the beginning and end of each usage.

Laptops should never be left unattended.

Laptops should never be taken out of St. John Bosco School unless directed by a teacher.

Laptops are delicate electronic equipment and require care to ensure proper operations. Students are expected to treat laptops responsibly. Students should not touch laptops that are in use by other students, or that belong to other students.

Turn the laptop off and close the cover anytime it is to be moved.

Students will be held financially responsible for any damage to laptops from irresponsible use or purposeful negligence.

No software is to be downloaded or installed onto a laptop without permission from the classroom teacher, computer teacher or technology coordinator.

Computer settings are NOT to be changed.

The use of any laptop must be support of education and research and consistent with the educational goals of St. John Bosco School. Furthermore, laptop use must adhere to all existing policies as established by the school faculty and staff.

The use of a laptop is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a revoking of those privileges.

Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data or hardware; this includes the data and hardware of St. John Bosco School. Any vandalism will result in the loss of computer privileges, disciplinary action and/or legal referral if deemed necessary.

As a student of St. John Bosco School I had read and agree to follow the rules as found in this policy. I understand that if I break the rules my computer privileges, will be canceled, and I may face other disciplinary or legal action.

Laptop Code of Conduct Agreement

Student Signature Grade Date

As the parent or legal guardian of the minor student mentioned above, I have read and agree to the Laptop Code of Conduct. I grant permission for my son or daughter to access the local area network and the Internet. I recognize that it is impossible for St. John Bosco to restrict access to all controversial material and I will not hold them responsible for materials acquired on the network. I hereby give permission for my child and certify that the information contained on this form is correct.

___________________________________________ ______________

Parent/Guardian Signature Date