Technology Acceptable Use Policy

This policy sets forth guidelines for acceptable and safe use of USD 418’s technology resources, including Internet, network, hardware, and software.  The use of these resources is a privilege and not a right. This policy has been adopted by the USD 418 Board of Education, and all users staff and students are expected to adhere to these guidelines.  Violation of this policy may result in the loss of this privilege, and may result in discipline or criminal charges in accordance with board policy, state and federal law.

Network and Internet

The purpose of providing Internet and access to electronic communication tools for students and staff is to promote resource sharing, innovation, communication, and other 21st Century skills.  Various accounts may be created for teacher-supervised educational purposes.

A content filtering system is utilized to minimize access to inappropriate Internet sites while on the district network, and to comply with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA).  Specific categories and levels of filtering will be determined by the District Technology Committee. No filtering system has proven to be 100% accurate, and inappropriate material may occasionally pass through the filter.  Inappropriate sites which are not identified by the filter may be submitted to the district technology department for review and appropriate action.

Any communication over the school district network, whether on a district-owned or personal device, should not be considered private and is subject to monitoring.  The district reserves the right to access stored data in cases where there is a reasonable suspicion that there has been a violation of this policy.

The school district reserves a wireless network for staff devices and a wireless network for district-owned student devices. Any unauthorized devices found on these reserved networks will be blocked from the school district wireless network.

Acceptable Use

Technology resources are only to be used for purposes which support the educational objectives of USD 418.  The district requires legal, ethical, responsible and appropriate use of those resources. This applies to:

• District-owned technology resources at all times and in all locations.
• Privately-owned devices while on district property, at district sponsored events, or while using the district network.
  
  

The following acts are prohibited:

Attempts to bypass network, security or content filtering safeguards.  This includes using private networks, such as Wi-Fi hotspots, or cellular technologies, such as 3G/4G, for the purpose of circumventing those safeguards.

1. Vandalism, or attempts to damage, interfere or tamper with the proper functioning of district-owned technology resources.  This includes, but is not limited to, introducing or spreading computer malware.
2. Unauthorized or fraudulent attempts to access information or resources.
3. Sharing personal login credentials for technology resources or accounts.
4. Using technology resources for non-educational purposes.  This includes, but is not limited to, playing non-teacher approved computer games, and using network resources to access websites and digital media that do not support class, school or district goals.
5. Transmission of material in violation of United States or state regulations.  This includes, but is not limited to, copyrighted material, threatening or obscene materials, or material protected by trade secret.
6. Transmission of obscene, bullying, profane, lewd, threatening, disrespectful, or gang related language or images.  This applies not only to those who directly engage in this conduct, but also to those who have knowledge of and fail to report such conduct to a school administrator.
7. Transmission of images, audio, or language through any digital media, such as websites, blogs, messaging or emails, that is inappropriate by normal classroom standards.
8. Unauthorized distribution of confidential information.
9. The use of technology resources in any locations or in any way that violates another person’s reasonable expectation of privacy.
10. The use of technology resources for personal gain, promotion of non-profit or for-profit organizations, commercial activities, product advertisement, religious proselytizing or political lobbying.
11. The use of technology resources in any way that disrupts the normal and safe conduct of school activities.

Security

Any issues with the physical security of technology resources, such as vandalism, theft or compromised passwords, should be immediately reported to the Director of Technology.

Financial

In the event that district-owned equipment is used by a student, the student and parent/legal guardian agrees to properly use and care for the equipment, and will assume the risk of loss by theft, destruction, or damage.    If the equipment is damaged or returned with any accessories missing or damaged, as determined by the manufacturer or a district technology staff member, the district will charge the student/parent/legal guardian the repair/replacement cost.  If the equipment is lost or stolen, the student/parent/legal guardian will be financially responsible for the cost of replacement. In the event that damage occurs, it must be reported immediately to a school administrator. Any unpaid fees or outstanding repair costs must be paid before/during enrollment, prior to the student obtaining a school-owned device. The school district reserves the right to disable student user accounts or withhold checking out another device until all fees have been paid. All equipment must be returned when requested.  The district reserves the right to seek monetary reimbursement for any and all damages incurred as the result of vandalism.

Disclaimer

McPherson USD 418 makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it provides.  The district is not responsible for any damages, including loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, misdeliveries, or service interruptions caused by its own negligence, errors or omissions.  The district specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.

User Agreement

I have read and agreed to the terms and conditions of the USD 418 Acceptable Use Policy.  I understand that failure to abide by this policy may result in loss or suspension of privileges.  I understand that disciplinary action and/or criminal charges may be brought against me for any violation of this policy.  I accept the financial obligation outlined in this policy in the event that equipment is checked out to me.

Parents or Legal Guardians who have students under the age of 18 must also sign this form.

Adopted by the USD 418 Board of Education: 5/28/2018

Red e Internet

Uso Aceptable

• Recursos tecnológicos propiedad del distrito en cualquier momento y ubicación.
• Dispositivos privados en propiedad del distrito, en eventos patrocinados por el distrito, o mientras se utiliza la red del distrito.

1.  Intentar hacer un bypass en la red, seguridad o dispositivos de seguridad de filtros. Esto incluye el uso privado de redes, tales como puntos de acceso a Wi-Fi, tecnología celular como 3G/4G, para evitar los medios de seguridad.
2. Vandalismo, o intento de daño, interferencia, manipulación del funcionamiento adecuado de los recursos tecnológicos propiedad del distrito. Incluyendo sin limitarse a la introducción o esparcimiento de virus (malware).
3. Intentos no autorizados o fraudulentos de acceso a información o recursos.
4. Compartir credenciales personales de inicio de sesión para recursos tecnológicos o cuentas.
5. Utilizar recursos tecnológicos para propósitos ajenos a los académicos. Incluyendo sin limitarse a juegos de computadora no aprobados por el docente y utilizar los recursos de la red para acceder a sitios web y medios digitales que no tengan relación con las metas de la clase, escuela o distrito.
6. Transmitir material que viole los reglamentos estatales o de los Estados Unidos. Incluyendo sin limitarse a material protegido con derechos de autor, material amenazante u obsceno, o material protegido por secreto industrial.
7. Transmitir imágenes o lenguaje obsceno, intimidante, blasfemo, lascivo, amenazante, irrespetuoso o relacionado con pandillas. Esto no aplica únicamente para aquellos que directamente lleven a cabo estas acciones, sino también para aquellos que tengan conocimiento de esto y no reporten dichas acciones al administrador académico.
8. Transmitir imágenes, audio o lenguaje inapropiado para los estándares normales del salón de clases a través de cualquier medio digital, como sitios web, blogs, mensajes o correos electrónicos.
9. Distribución no autorizada de información confidencial.
10. Uso de recursos tecnológicos en cualquier parte o de cualquier manera que viole la privacidad de terceras personas.
11. Uso de recursos tecnológicos para beneficio personal, promoción de organizaciones sin y con fines de lucro, actividades comerciales, promoción de productos, proselitismo religioso o presión política.
12. Uso de recursos tecnológicos de cualquier forma que perturbe la conducta normal y segura de las actividades académicas.

Seguridad

Descargo de Responsabilidad

Acuerdo del Usuario

• I will use the Internet only with my teacher's permission. 
• I will use the computers only to do school work.
• I will cite my sources (not copy another’s work).

• I will use words that are respectful and kind. NO BULLYING!
• I will let my teacher know if I see something inappropriate on the computer.
• I will act responsibly and take good care of the school computers and equipment (clean hands, gentle with keyboards, two hands to carry, etc.)
• I will not take credit for other people’s work.

• I will not give my password to anyone else.
• I will keep my personal information to myself.
• I will report people who try to bully me, to a trusted adult.

• I will not ask for or use anyone else’s password.
• I will not change settings or preferences on the computer.
• If I have or see a problem, I will not try to fix it myself but I will tell the teacher.

• Internet solo con el permiso de mi maestro.
• Usaré las computadoras solo para hacer el trabajo escolar.
• Visitaré mis fuentes (no copiaré el trabajo de otra persona).

• Palabras respetuosas y amables. ¡NO A LA INTIMIDACIÓN!
• Le haré saber a mi maestro si veo algo inapropiado en la computadora.
• Actuaré responsablemente y cuidaré bien las computadoras y el equipo de la escuela (manos limpias, suave con los teclados, dos manos para llevar, etc.)
• No tomaré crédito por el trabajo de otras personas.

• No le daré mi contraseña a nadie más.
• Me guardaré mi información personal.
• Informaré a las personas que intenten intimidarme a un adulto de confianza.

• No pediré ni utilizaré la contraseña de nadie más.
• No cambiaré la configuración ni las preferencias de la computadora.
• Si tengo o veo un problema, no intentaré solucionarlo yo mismo, pero se lo diré al maestro.

• I will use the computers only to do school work, as explained to me by my teacher
• I will not use a school computer for personal or illegal purposes. 
• I will use the Internet only in ways the teacher has approved. 
• I will be polite and considerate when I use the computer. I will not use it to annoy, be mean to, frighten, tease, or poke fun at anyone. I will not use swear words or other rude language. 
• I will not damage the computer or anyone else's work.
• I will not break copyright rules or take credit for anyone else’s work.

• I will not give my password to anyone else, and I will not ask for or use anyone else’s password. 
• I will not put on the computer my address or telephone number, or any other personal information about myself or anyone else.
• I will not upload, link, or embed an image of myself or others to insecure, public websites.
• ​ If I have or see a problem, I will not try to fix it myself but I will tell the teacher. If the problem is an inappropriate image, I will turn off the monitor and then seek help.

• Las computadoras solo para hacer el trabajo escolar, como me explicó mi maestro
• No usaré una computadora de la escuela para fines personales o ilegales.
• Usaré Internet solo en las formas que el maestro haya aprobado.
• Seré educado y considerado cuando use la computadora. No lo usaré para molestar,  asustar, o provocar o burlarme de nadie. No usaré palabras de  otro lenguaje grosero.
• No dañare la computadora ni el trabajo de nadie más.
• No romperé las reglas de derechos de autor ni tomaré crédito por el trabajo de otra persona.

• No daré mi contraseña a nadie más, y no pediré ni usaré la contraseña de nadie más.
• No pondré en la computadora mi dirección o número de teléfono, ni ninguna otra información personal sobre mí o cualquier otra persona.
• No subiré, vincularé ni insertaré una imagen mía o de otros en sitios web públicos inseguros.
• Si tengo o veo un problema, no intentaré solucionarlo yo mismo, pero se lo diré al maestro. Si el problema es una imagen inapropiada, apagaré el monitor y luego buscaré ayuda.