Your child has access to the Internet. The vast domain of information contained within Internet's libraries can provide unlimited
opportunities to students.

Students will be able to access the Internet through their teachers. Individual student accounts and electronic mail addresses
(will/will not ) be issued to students at this time. If a student already has an electronic mail address, he/she ( will not/may, with
permission of the supervising teacher ) be permitted to use the address to send and receive mail at school.

Students will be expected to abide by the following network etiquette:

• The use of the network is a privilege and may be taken away for violation of board policy or regulations. As a user of the
• Internet, students may be allowed access to other networks. Each network may have its own set of policies and
• procedures. Students will abide by the polices and procedures of these other networks.
• Students will respect all copyright and license agreements.
• Students will cite all quotes, references, and sources.
• Students will only remain on the system long enough to get needed information.
• Students will apply the same privacy, ethical and educational considerations utilized in other forms of communication.
• Student access for electronic mail will be through ( the supervising teacher's account/their own account ). Students should
• adhere to the following guidelines:
  • Others may be able to read or access the mail, so private messages should not be sent.
  • Delete unwanted messages immediately.
  • Use of objectionable language is prohibited.
  • Always sign messages.
  • Always acknowledge receipt of a document or file.
• Students accessing Internet services that have a cost involved will be responsible for payment of those costs.

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Please sign the form if you would like your child to be granted Internet access and return the permission form to your
child's school.

Student Name ___________________________________________________     Grade______________

School _________________________________________________________     Date_______________

(Parent or guardian's signature):___________________________________________________________

If you have granted your child Internet access, please have them respond to the following:

□ I have read the expected network etiquette and agree to abide by these provisions. I understand that violation of these
provisions may constitute suspension or revocation of Internet privileges.

□ I agree to be responsible for payment of costs incurred by accessing any Internet services that have a cost involved.

(Student signature): _____________________________________________________________________

 

The Central Springs School District expects each student to use technology in a responsible manner. Students may be able to access the Internet through their teachers. Individual student accounts may be issued to students at this time. It is a goal to allow teachers and students access to the rich opportunities on the Internet, while we protect the rights of students and parents who choose not to risk exposure to questionable material.

The amount of time available for each student may be limited by the number of available terminals and the demands for each terminal. Students are expected to follow all teacher and lab rules and abide by the following:

• Students are responsible for what happens on their computer during the time that they are assigned to a specific station.
• Keep passwords, accounts, and files private and do not access other’s passwords, accounts, or files.
• Do not vandalize hardware and/or inappropriately modify or delete software.
• Students should leave their work station exactly as they found it unless otherwise directed.
• Avoid using disks or flash drives from home without prior instructor approval.
• E-mail, chat rooms, games, ICQ, and other communication options are prohibited unless otherwise directed.
• Do not enter restricted areas of the server or otherwise change or modify network or work station operations.

The use of the network is a privilege and may be taken away for violation of board policy or regulations outlined in the Acceptable Use Policy. As a user of the Internet, students may be allowed access to other networks. Each network may have its own set of policies and procedures. It is the user's responsibility to abide by the policies and procedures of these other networks.

Students will adhere to on-line protocol:

• Respect all copyright and license agreements.
• Cite all quotes, references and sources.
• Remain on the system long enough to get needed information, then exit the system.
• Apply the same privacy, ethical and educational considerations utilized in other forms of communication.

Students should adhere to the following guidelines:

• Others may be able to read or access the mail so private messages should not be sent.
• Delete unwanted messages immediately.
• Use of objectionable language is prohibited.
• Always sign messages.
• Always acknowledge receipt of a document or file.

Restricted Material - Students will not intentionally access or download any text file or picture or engage in any conference that includes material which is obscene, libelous, indecent, vulgar, profane or lewd; advertises any product or service not permitted to minors by law; constitutes insulting or fighting words, the very expression of which injures or harasses others; or presents a clear and present likelihood that, either because of its content or the manner of distribution, it will cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and discipline of the school or school activities, will cause the commission of unlawful acts or the violation of lawful school regulations.

Unauthorized Costs - If a student gains access to any service via the Internet which has a cost involved or if a student incurs other types of costs, the student accessing such a service will be responsible for those costs.

Students who access restricted items on the Internet are subject to the following consequences:

• First Violation - A verbal and written "Warning" notice will be issued to the student. The student may lose Internet access for a period of 28 days at the discretion of the supervising teacher. A copy of the notice will be mailed to the student's parent and a copy provided to the building principal.
• Second Violation - A verbal and written "Second Violation" notice will be issued to the student. A copy of the notice will be sent to the student's parent and a copy provided to the building principal. The student will forfeit all Internet privileges for a minimum period of 90 days.
• Third Violation - A verbal and written "Third Violation" notice will be issued to the student. A copy of the notice will be sent to the student's parent and a copy provided to the building principal. The student will forfeit all Internet privileges for one year.

 

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Students are expected to do their own schoolwork, and cheating is not tolerated. Examples of cheating include but are not limited to:

1. Obtaining or accepting a copy of a quiz, test or assignment prior to the actual event.
2. Copying another student’s work or providing answers to another student.
3. Representing another student’s work or material obtained from a book, the Internet, or other sources as your own.
4. Using notes or other resources during a “closed book” test, quiz, or other assignment.
5. Any other action intended to obtain credit for work that is not your own.
6. Cheating is dishonest and prevents learning from taking place. Discipline may include the loss of credit for the quiz, test or assignment and/or class credit for the grading period as well as use of the media center or computer.

 

I hereby state that I have read and understand the Computer/Internet Use and Academic Honesty policy and will abide by these rules.

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________ Date________________

Student Signature____________________________________________

 

 

Cross References:
104 Anti-Bullying/Harassment
502 Student Rights and Responsibilities
506 Student Records
605.5 School Library

Approved: 11-15-21
Reviewed: _____
Revised: _____

 

I. Responsibility for Internet Appropriate Use.

A. The authority for appropriate use of electronic Internet resources is delegated to the licensed employees.

B. Instruction in the proper use of the Internet will be available to employees who will then provide similar instruction to their students.

C. Employees are expected to practice appropriate use of the Internet, and violations may result in discipline up to, and including, discharge.

II. Internet Access.

A. Access to the Internet is available to teachers and students as a source of information and a vehicle of communication.

B. Students will be able to access the Internet through their teachers. Individual internet-based collaboration student accounts and electronic mail addresses may be issued to students at this time.

1. Making Internet access available to students carries with it the potential that some students might encounter information that may not be appropriate for students. However, on a global network, it is impossible to control all materials. Because information on the Internet appears, disappears and changes, it is not possible to predict or control what students may locate.

2. It is a goal to allow teachers and students access to the rich opportunities on the Internet, while we protect the rights of students and parents who choose not to risk exposure to questionable material.

3. The smooth operation of the network relies upon the proper conduct of the end users who must adhere to strict guidelines which require efficient, ethical and legal utilization of network resources.

4. To promote accountability, users may use real-time conference features such as talk/chat/Internet relay chat only as approved by the supervising teacher.

5. Transmission of material, information or software in violation of any board policy or regulation is prohibited.

6. System users will follow district cybersecurity policy and procedures to ensure network security.

7. The school district makes no guarantees as to the accuracy of information received on the Internet.

C. Permission to Use Internet - Annually, parents will grant permission for their student to use the Internet using the prescribed form.

III. Student Use of Internet.

A. Equal Opportunity - The Internet is available to all students within the school district through teacher access. 

B. Online Protocol 

1. The use of the network is a privilege and may be taken away for violation of board policy or regulations. As a user of the Internet, students may be allowed access to other networks. Each network may have its own set of policies and procedures. It is the user's responsibility to abide by the policies and procedures of these other networks

2. Students should adhere to on-line protocol:

a. Respect all copyright and license agreements.

b. Cite all quotes, references and sources.

c. Remain on the system long enough to get needed information, then exit the system.

d. Apply the same privacy, ethical and educational considerations utilized in other forms of communication.

3. Student access for electronic mail will be through their own account. Students should adhere to the following guidelines:

a. Others may be able to read or access the mail so private messages should not be sent.

b. Delete unwanted messages immediately.

c. Use of objectionable language is prohibited.

d. Always sign messages.

C. Restricted Material - Students will not intentionally access or download any text file or picture or engage in any conference that includes material which is obscene, libelous, indecent, vulgar, profane or lewd; advertises any product or service not permitted to minors by law; constitutes insulting or fighting words, the very expression of which injures or harasses others; or presents a clear and present likelihood that, either because of its content or the manner of distribution, it will cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and discipline of the school or school activities, will cause the commission of unlawful acts or the violation of lawful school regulations.

D. Unauthorized Costs - If a student gains access to any service via the Internet which has a cost involved or if a student incurs other types of costs, the student accessing such a service will be responsible for those costs.

V. Student Violations--Consequences and Notifications.

Students who access restricted items on the Internet are subject to the appropriate action. Teachers, administrators, and technology personnel will determine the appropriate consequence based on the severity of the infraction. Possible consequences may include, but are not limited to:

• Loss of network and computer privileges which may include:
  • Restriction to school day use only OR
  • Restriction to use only in classroom under direct teacher supervision OR
  • Complete prohibition on the use of school computers or the computer network
• Detention
• Suspension and Expulsion

 

 

Approved: 10-10-11 
Reviewed: 2-19-24
Revised: 2-19-24