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Acceptable Use Policy for the Internet, Local Area Network,
Computers, and Related Technology Equipment
 
The Internet is a complex association of governmental, business and educational agencies working together to share resources. The Internet provides access to electronic mail, college and university institutions, tours of museums, and the opportunity to exchange information with people throughout the world. However, along with the use of the Internet comes new responsibilities.


Access and use of the Internet is a conditional right for students and employees. The Van Dyke Public Schools has developed an Internet Acceptable Use Policy to cover the use of this technological tool.

 

Internet and Local Area Network (LAN) Activities: 

1. All use of networks must be in support of education and research and consistent with the purposes of the Van Dyke Public School District (VDPS).

2. Any use of the network for commercial or for-profit purposes is prohibited.

3.  Use of the network for personal and private business is prohibited.

4.  Any use of the network for product advertisement or political lobbying is prohibited.

5.  Network accounts are to be used only by the authorized owner of the account for the authorized purpose.

6. Users shall not seek information on, obtain copies, or modify files, other data, or passwords belonging to other users, or misrepresent other users on the network.

7.  All communications and information accessible via the networks should be assumed to be private property.

8.  No use of the network shall serve to disrupt the use of the network by others; hardware or software shall not be destroyed, modified, or abused in any way.

9. Malicious use of the network to develop programs that harass other users, infiltrate a computer or computing system and/or damage the software components of computer or computing system is prohibited.

10. Hate mail, harassment, discriminatory  remarks, and other antisocial behaviors are prohibited on the network.

11.  The illegal installation of copyrighted software as well as unauthorized software for use on district computers is prohibited.

12. Use of the network to access or process pornographic materials, inappropriate text, files known to have viruses, or files dangerous to the integrity of the local area network is prohibited.

13. Any violations of the use of the Internet should be reported to the principal, teacher, or technology facilitator assigned to the user. 

14. Users will accept the responsibility of keeping copyrighted software of any kind from entering the local area network via the Internet.

  • The Van Dyke Public Schools, through a designated representative(s), reserves the right to access, read and delete any information stored on the network.  This would include student work, e-mail, or other files on the network.
  • This document is in effect until rescinded in writing by the parent/guardian and/or student or the Van Dyke Schools or expires under normal school guidelines.  A new form will not be signed each year.

Disciplinary Action for Violation of Acceptable Use Policy:

The violations listed are not all-inclusive, but only representative and illustrative.  A user who commits an act of misconduct which is not listed will also be subject to disciplinary action as covered by Section III of the Student Code of Conduct.  In addition, if a student is receiving Special Education services, the applicable State Board guidelines will be followed.

 

INDIVIDUAL ACCESS RELEASE FORM
(Student/Employee)


As a condition of my right to use the technology facilities of the Van Dyke Public Schools, I have read, understand and agree to follow the Acceptable Use Policy of the Van Dyke Schools. In addition, I will promote this agreement with students and/or staff to ensure the appropriate use of the Internet in the Van Dyke Public Schools.

Signature of Individual_____________________________School/Location____________________


Printed Name of Individual__________________________Date_______________________________


PARENT OR GUARDIAN AGREEMENT


Student Name___________________________Birth Date___________________Age______________
(if student is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must also read and sign this agreement.)

As the parent or guardian of this student, I have read the Van Dyke Public School District's Acceptable Use Policy. I understand that access to computers, Networks, etc. is designed for educational purposes. The Van Dyke Public School District has taken precautions to eliminate controversial material. However, I also recognize it is impossible for the Van Dyke Public School District to restrict access to all controversial materials on the Internet and I will not hold them responsible for materials acquired on the network. Further, I accept full responsibility for supervision if and when my child's use of the computer is not in a school setting. I hereby give permission to issue access for my child and certify that the information contained on this form is correct.


Parent or Guardian's Name (Please Print)________________________________________________

Signature_________________________________________________Date_________________________


Parents/Students: Please return the white copy of this completed form to your classroom teacher or school office. Retain the pink copy for your records.


School___________________________________________________________________________________


Employees: Please return the white copy of this completed form to your school office or department director. Retain the pink copy for your records.


School/Department______________________________________________________________________

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