Farnsworth Aerospace PreK-8
Internet Use Policy
2009-2010
Dear Parent/Guardian,
The use of the Internet is a privilege and students and staff will be expected to use it appropriately.
Our children live in a global and digital world – a world changed by technology and new ideas about how we communicate with one another. In the Saint Paul Public Schools, we realize that students must develop the skills that will allow them to be successful in this digital world. For this reason, we have decided to provide students the use of the Internet, email, and computer access as a privilege.
Disclaimers
As required by federal law, the district uses Internet filtering software to prevent access to sites that may be controversial, inappropriate, or may contain advertising. However, even with these measures, it is impossible to totally control what students may encounter. It is important that students be responsible users of the Internet and use district network resources appropriately.
Also, students should expect only limited privacy in the contents of personal files on the school district’s system.
Rights and Privileges
The student user has the privilege to access (within the limits of these Restrictions and Sanctions) the Internet, instructional-networked resources, email and computers provided by the Saint Paul Public Schools. The student's network account provides for personal storage space on Saint Paul Public Schools email and file servers. These resources should be treated as a student locker - - old files should be thrown away to save space and to help students manage their papers. Additionally, It is important that students keep passwords secure and private.
Restrictions
The following are unacceptable use of these privileges:
•Gaining unauthorized or inappropriate access to the district’s technology resources.
•Interfering with the ability of students/staff members to use the district’s technology resources.
•Activities resulting in the loss of a student/staff member’s work.
•Distributing material that may slow or block the voice, video and data networks.
•Distributing or collecting obscene, abusive or threatening material via telephone, video, electronic mail, the Internet or other means.
•Using technology resources for commercial, political or profit-making enterprises.
•Engaging in any illegal act, including violation of copyright laws.
•Posting private information about another person.
Sanctions
Violations of the district’s Information Technology Usage Policy or unacceptable use of these tools could result in the loss of access to electronic resources. Additional disciplinary action may be determined at the building and/or classroom level and when appropriate, law enforcement agencies may be involved. Parents also have the right to refuse to permit their child(ren) to use Internet and/or e-mail services while attending school in Saint Paul Public Schools.
Farnsworth Aerospace PreK-8
Internet Use Contract and Consent Form
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(Homeroom)
Student:
I have read the Student Internet Use Policy for Internet access at Farnsworth Aerospace PreK-8 School. I understand that this access is for educational purposes only. I will act ethically and responsibly on the computer, network, and on the Internet. I will follow the directions of my instructor and any school staff member, and will stay on my assigned task. I will be sure to always have written permission from my instructor anytime he/she is not with me and I am accessing Internet materials.
If I do not follow the guidelines, my access privileges may be revoked and school disciplinary action may be taken.
Student’s Name (please print):_______________________________________
Student’s Signature:_______________________________________________
Date:_____________
Teacher or Staff Member:
I have read and discussed the Internet Use Policy with my students. I agree to promote this agreement with each student and be a positive role model.
Teacher’s Name (please print):______________________________________
Teacher’s Signature:______________________________________________
Date:_____________
Parent or Guardian:
As the parent/guardian of ________________________(child’s name), I have read the Student Internet Use Policy for use of Internet access at Farnsworth Aerospace PreK-8 School and I have discussed this with my son/daughter. I understand that this access is for educational purposes only, and that it is the responsibility of my child to restrict his/her use to the classroom projects assigned. I also understand that the teacher cannot be held responsible for intentional infractions of the rules by my son/daughter.
I hereby give my permission for my child to have Internet access at Farnsworth Aerospace PreK-8.
Parent/Guardian’s Name (please print):________________________________
Parent/Guardian’s Signature:________________________________________
Date:_____________
PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN TO HOMEROOM TEACHER.
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