Technology Acceptable Use
As a user of technology, I agree to obey the following rules in all of my communication either at school or at home while attending Notre Dame Elementary School. ·
I recognize that copyright laws protect software; therefore, I will not make unauthorized copies of software and I will not give, lend, or sell copies of software to others. I understand I will not be allowed to bring software from home to be used on school equipment.
I recognize that the work of all users is valuable; therefore, I will protect the privacy of others by not trying to learn their password; I will not copy, change, read, or use files from another user without prior permission from that user; I will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to system programs or computer equipment; I will not use the computer system to disturb or harass other computer users or use inappropriate language in my communications; I will not misrepresent myself to others while online or in written communication.
The use of the Internet and our school network must be in support of education and research consistent with the educational objectives of the school. As a user of a network, I will not use bulletin boards or chat lines for personal use. I am not able to access personal email AT ANY TIME while at school. I will not reveal my personal information, home address or personal phone number or those of students, teachers or other staff members. Transmission of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material or material protected by trade secret. The use of school computers and networking resources for commercial activities, product advertisement, or political lobbyingis not permitted.
Parents must realize that their students may encounter material on a network/bulletin board that they do not consider appropriate (vulgar jokes, statement of belief that some might consider immoral, etc.). The student is responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive.
The use of school technology is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in the cancellation of these privileges. Vandalism or intentional modification of system settings will result in cancellation of these privileges and/or school disciplinary action. The school reserves the right to seek financial restitution for any damage caused by a student or other user. The system administrator will deem what is inappropriate use and this decision is final. The administration, faculty, and staff of the school may deny, revoke, or suspend specific user privileges.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to do their own work. A violation of Academic Integrity can consist of, but is not limited to, plagiarism, copying another’s homework and looking to another for answers on a test or quiz. Informing classmates of information found on an exam and passing off information from the Internet as one’s own work are also violations of Academic Integrity. Students who violate Academic Integrity may receive a failing grade on the relevant test/assignment, and the student’s parents will be notified. This can also result a disciplinary action and further consequences may ensue.