AUP - Elementary Student Contract

I Will Be Responsible

• I will only open, change, and delete my own files.
• I will use the Internet at school to work on school projects and assignments.
• I will only use email and network accounts that my teacher has given me permission to use.
• I will tell my teacher if I see anything on the Internet that makes me feel uncomfortable.
• I will use the technology at school in ways that are kind, respectful and productive.
• I will behave responsibly at all times when using the technology at school.
• I will not do anything illegal: including cyberbullying, posting inappropriate pictures, or trying to hack into somebody else’s computer.
• I will not intentionally view or search for anything inappropriate.
• I will not share my username or password with anybody.
• I will not use anybody else’s username or password.
• I will not open, look at, use, or delete anybody’s files without their permission.
• I will not post my personal information. This includes my address, phone number, and pictures.
• I will not download or copy copyrighted information without permission from the copyright holder.
• I will not post messages or information that is mean or inappropriate.
• I will not play online games, download software or music, or watch videos, unless given permission by my teacher for schoolwork.
• I will not use SSCA’s technology in any way that disrupts the use of any computers or networks.
• I will not intentionally search and/or view any content that is inappropriate.

Email/Electronic Storage

1.  My student email is to be used for school. It is not a personal email and will be monitored by my teacher.
2.  Any messages that are not following the rules may be saved and or deleted at any time.
3.  I must follow the guidelines of the Responsible Use Policy when using my email.
4.  My messages will not be private and anything inappropriate will be reported to the principal.

Special Note: Cyberbullying

1. I will not send mean or ugly text message to cell phones, computers, or games.
2.  I will not post mean or ugly comments on someone’s social network.
3.  I will not create a website pretending to be someone else.
4.  I will not post another person’s pictures or their personal information.
5. I will not take embarrassing photos with my cell phone or other digital device and post them.

Consequences For Inappropriate Use

• I may be sent to the principal who will follow the Student Code of Conduct guidelines.
• I may not be able to log onto the network.
• I may lose my SSCA accounts and their access.

Personal Laptops/Electronic Equipment Use

1.  I may bring electronic devices to school to work on school projects when my teacher gives me permission.
2.  I need to make sure that all of my devices have my first and last name on them.
3.  I am responsible for my own device, and I should put it in a safe place while it is at school.
4.  I need to make sure that my device is already charged before I bring it to school.
5.  I need to already know how to use my device that I bring. There will not be technical support for any personal devices.