ELECTRONIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (K-20 NETWORK)

K-20 Network Acceptable Use Guidelines/Internet Safety Requirements

Blaine School District K-5 Student User Agreement

Policy 2022 F-3

The main purpose of student use of the internet is to do research in support of education and classroom requirements. The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a series of cancelled privileges.  Blaine School District makes no warranties. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, mis-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by its own negligence, errors, or omissions. Blaine School District is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.

The following information was extracted from the “Blaine School District Board Policy #2022: Electronic Resources

(K-20 Network).”  Copies of the complete board policy and user agreement are available at any BSD school office.

ACCEPTABLE USE: THE USE OF ANY ACCOUNT MUST BE IN SUPPORT OF EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

UNACCEPTABLE USE: THE FOLLOWING ARE EXAMPLES OF ACTIVITIES WHICH ARE NOT PERMITTED:

1. Damaging computers, computer system or computer networks
2. Violating copyright laws
3. Using others’ passwords
4. Trespassing on others’ systems, folders, work, or files
5. Displaying or distributing pictures or messages deemed inappropriate by administrators/staff
6. Using obscene language or material
7. Excessive use of limited resources (beyond time authorized by administrators/staff)
8. Employing the network for commercial, PERSONAL, or political purposes
9. Personal e-mail or free surfing during school hours
10. Installing or modifying software on district equipment
11. Accessing any computer not explicitly authorized to use
12. Hate mail, harassment, cyber bullying, and discriminatory remarks
13. Bypassing district filters and/or accessing filtered sites (i.e., MySpace, Facebook)

Personal Security

1. Personal information such as complete names, addresses, telephone numbers and identifiable photos should remain confidential when communicating on the system. Students should never reveal such information without permission from their teacher and parent or guardian. No user may disclose, use, or disseminate personal identification information regarding minors without authorization.

2. Students should never make appointments to meet people in person whom they have contacted on the system without district and parent permission.

3. Students should notify their teacher or other adult whenever they come across information or messages they deem dangerous or inappropriate on the web or when using electronic mail, Chat rooms, and other forms of direct electronic communications (i.e., Instant Message service).

Student Name: ________________________________Teacher: ________________________Grade: ________

PARENT OR GUARDIAN

As the parent or guardian of this student, I have read the Internet Use Policy. I understand that this access is designed for educational purposes. I recognize, however, that it is impossible for Blaine School District to completely restrict access to controversial materials and I will not hold the school district responsible for materials acquired on the network. Further, I accept full responsibility for supervision if and when my child's use is not in a school setting.

Parent/Guardian's Name (please print) ___________________________________________

Signature:  __________________________________________                                  Date: ____ /_____ /_____

Date: March 28, 2008