Student Computer and Internet Use - IJNDB

Student Computer and Internet Use - IJNDB

M.S.A.D. #35 computers, network, and Internet access are provided to support the educational mission of the schools and to enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students and school staff.  This policy and the accompanying rules also apply to laptops issued directly to students, whether in use at school or off school premises.

Student use of school computers, networks and Internet services is a privilege, not a right.  Compliance with M.S.A.D. #35’s policies and rules concerning computer use is mandatory.  Students who violate these policies and rules may have their computer privileges limited, suspended, or revoked.  Such violations may also result in disciplinary action, referral to law enforcement, and/or legal action. 

M.S.A.D. #35 computers remain under the control, custody, and supervision of the school unit at all times.  M.S.A.D. #35 monitors all computer and Internet activity by students.  Students have no expectation of privacy in their use of school computers.

M.S.A.D. #35 utilizes filtering technology designed to block materials that are obscene or harmful to minors, including pornography.  M.S.A.D. #35 takes precautions to supervise student use of the Internet, but parents should be aware that the M.S.A.D. #35 cannot reasonably prevent all instances of inappropriate computer use by students in violation of Board policies and rules, including access to objectionable materials and communication with persons outside of the school.  M.S.A.D. #35 is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of information that students obtain through the Internet.

Students and parents shall be informed of this policy and the accompanying rules through handbooks, the school website, and/or other means selected by the Superintendent. 

The Superintendent is responsible for implementing this policy and the accompanying rules.  Additional administrative procedures or school rules governing the day-to-day management and operations of M.S.A.D. #35’S computer system may be implemented, consistent with Board policies and rules.  The Superintendent may delegate specific responsibilities to the Technology Coordinator and others as he/she deems appropriate. 

A copy of this policy shall be included in all school, parent, and employee handbooks or otherwise distributed to all school employees and students.

 

 

 

Legal Reference: 47 USC § 254(h)(5) (Children’s Internet Protection Act)

 

Cross References: GCSA/GCSA-R - Employee Computer and Internet Use/Rules

GCSB-Use of Social Media by School Employees

IJNDB/IJNDB-R - Student Computer and Internet Use/Rules

IJNDC – Website/Website Pages

IJNDC-R Website Guidelines

IJNDC-E – Guidelines Governing the Publishing of Student Information on the MSAD #35 Website

 

Policy Adopted: February 27, 2008

Policy Reviewed: January 9, 2012

Policy Revised: December 19, 2012