Exeter
Public Schools
E 6163.4(a)
INTERNET
ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
At
Exeter Public Schools, computers are used to support learning and to enhance
instruction. Computer networks allow
people to interact with many other individuals and computer networks. The Internet,
a network of networks, allows people to interact with hundreds of thousands of
networks and computers. All computers
used in Exeter schools are to be used in a responsible, efficient, ethical and
legal manner. Access to the Internet is a privilege, not a
right. Failure to adhere to the Exeter
Public Schools Internet Acceptable
Use Policy, as described below, will result in the revocation of access
privileges. Unacceptable uses include,
but are not limited to:
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violating the
conditions of the California Education Code dealing with student’s rights to
privacy.
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using profanity,
obscenity, or other language that may be offensive to other users.
·
reposting (forwarding)
personal communication without the author’s prior consent.
·
copying commercial
software in violation of copyright laws.
·
using the network for
financial gain, for commercial activity or for any illegal activity.
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vandalism or malicious
attempts to harm or destroy data or hardware.
Because access to the Internet provides connections to other computer systems located all
over the world, users (and parents of users who are students) must understand
that neither Exeter Public Schools nor any district staff member controls the
content of the information available on other systems. While most controversial information is
blocked, some information which may be considered offensive may still be
available. Exeter Public School districts
do not condone the use of such information or materials.
Electronic mail is not guaranteed to be private. Network administrators have access to all
mail. Inappropriate messages will
result in suspension of privileges.
Exeter
Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy and Regulations
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The Internet is free to users.
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It is a privilege to
use the Internet.
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Sending or receiving
offensive messages or pictures from any source will result in immediate
suspension of privileges.
A responsible user may:
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use the Internet to research assigned classroom
projects.
·
use the Internet to send electronic mail to
other users.
·
use the Internet to explore other computer
network systems.
A responsible user may NOT:
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use the Internet for any illegal purpose.
·
use impolite, vulgar or
abusive language.
·
violate the rules of
common sense or etiquette.
·
alter or delete
computer files that do not belong to the user.
·
send or receive
copyrighted material without permission.
·
misuse or abuse
computer equipment.
·
reveal the personal
address or phone number of yourself or others.
·
monopolize computer
time.
By signing
on to use the Internet, you:
·
Acknowledge that you
understand the rules and regulations of the Acceptable Use Policy.
·
Realize that, if the
rules are violated, you will no longer be allowed to use school computers to
access the Internet.
·
Understand there will
be NO second chances.
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School Consent for Internet Access
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Student
last name
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Student
first name
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As
a parent/guardian, I grant permission for my student to access networked
computer services such as electronic mail and the Internet. I have read and
agree with the Exeter Public Schools
Internet Acceptable Use Policy. I
understand that I may be held responsible for violations by my student and that
some materials on the Internet may be
objectionable. I agree to accept
responsibility for guiding my student by conveying appropriate standards for
selecting, sharing and/or exploring information.
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Parent/Guardian
signature
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Date
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I
have read the Acceptable Use Policy. I
know that if I do not follow the rules in the Acceptable Use Policy, my Internet privileges will be taken from
me. I understand that there will not be
a second chance.