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All of us will be members of an E-Resources policy committee at //XMA// //School// in Yourtown, USA. We will use this wiki to create a policy for using electronic resources in our school. This policy defines the boundaries of acceptable usage of the limited //XMA// //School// electronic resources, including computers, networks, electronic mail services, and electronic information sources, as detailed below.



**Technology Acceptable Use Policy** (AUP)

 * Purpose**
 * The technology resources at the //XMA// //School// (e.g., all networking, computer hardware and software, connection to the Internet, email, telephone equipment, and voice mail) are provided to enhance the curriculum and enable students, faculty, and staff. Access to these technology resources is intended primarily for educational purposes. The Schoolâ€™s Policy on Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources applies to all authorized users who access the Schoolâ€™s network or equipment using School-owned or personally owned equipment, including wireless devices. This policy is intended to clarify these rules as they apply specifically to network usage. Use of //XMA// //School//technology resources is a privilege and not a right.
 * Technology provides the means for students to develop research skills and to prepare for the job market that is saturated with technology. Students are expected to make responsible, ethical, and appropriate use of computers, technology (including software and hardware) and information services at all times. In particular, Internet interactions are public and permanent, therefore, users are expected to uphold all behavioral and conduct standards in postings. Students and parents acknowledge that they have no expectation of privacy in computer use including software, hard drives, RAM, metadata and same may be subject to search or inspection by XMA or law enforcement.

__Limitation of Liability__ The Internet constitutes an unregulated collection of resources that changes constantly, so it is not possible to totally predict or control the resources that users may locate. The board cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information or the apprpriateness of materials that a user may encounter. Furthermore, the board shall not be responsible for any damage users may suffer, including but not limited to, loss of data or interuptions of service. Nor shall the board be responsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the system. __District Rights and Responsibilities__ The computer system is the property of the district, and all computer software and hardware belong to it. Therefore, the district retains the right to monitor all access to and use of the Internet. The board designates the superintendent as the coordinator of the district system. He/she shall recommend to the board of education qualified staff persons to ensure provision of individual and class accounts necessary for access to the Internet, designation of quotas for disk usage on the system, establishment of a document retention schedule, establishment of a virus protection process and coordination of other activities as required to maintain the system. Each principal shall coordinate the district system in his/her building by approving all activities for that building; ensuring that teachers receive proper training in the use of the system; ensuring that students are adequately supervised when using the system; maintaing executed user agreements; and interpreting this acceptable use policy at the building level.

__**Authorized Use**__
All students and faculty members will have accessibility to an email address and the use of the Internet via a sign-in name and password specific to each individual. Students will be required to sign an acceptable use policy for computer privileges on campus. Access to this network is a privilege, not a right. Every privilege comes with responsibilities and rules governing that privilege. XMA School reserves the right to terminate usage of any individual who violates the terms discussed in this document.
 * Using electronic communication such as e-mail, instant messages, chat, etc. must be in support of the educational goals.
 * Email accounts are provided to all members of the School Community for school related communication. They are not to be used for personal or business use or to sign up for non-school related Web-based accounts.
 * Obtaining and/or using another's user id, password, and/or email account is prohibited.
 * Any information stored on the XMA School network is property of the school and subject to review by the school administration or technology staff. There is no privacy guarantee for information transmitted via the district system; all rights are reserved to moitor and track usage.
 * Upon departure, e-mail account access will be terminated in a timely manner.
 * Students will not use anyone else's identity online.
 * The district is not responsible for any lost, damaged of unavailable documents on the XMA School network.
 * Parents will be informed that pupils will be provided with supervised Internet access and asked to sign and return a consent form.
 * Students at the elementary level will have access only under their teacher's direct supervision and with the approval of their parent(s).
 * Students agree not to publish any personal information of their own or of others which would cause harm directly or indirectly.
 * Students agree not to upload, install, or download software on the network or any stand-alone computer.
 * The system administators reserve the right to remove files and to terminate the students who misuse the network.
 * Students who utilize other student's login information and misuse it will result in termination of their account and receive disciplinary action.
 * Security on the system is a high priority, passwords to the system should be selected carefully and not shared with others.

__**General Guidelines**__

Via the Internet, students are able to explore databases, libraries, bulletin boards, research projects and search the World Wide Web.

 * E-mail messages may reflect the district, and therefore, users are urged to write with great care and consideration.
 * Users should be aware that data they create on School Network computer system remains the property of the school.
 * All information contained in XMA School computer system will be classified as protected and confidential.
 * Postings by employees from an XMA School email address to newsgroups should contain a disclaimer stating that the opinions expressed are strictly their own and not necessarily those of XMA School.
 * Staff should exercise caution when opening email attachments received from unknown senders as they may contain viruses. Downloading files from unfamiliar senders is strictly prohibited, unless the recipient is certain of the message's authenticity.
 * A signed aknowledgement by the student and parent/guardian must be completed prior to students gaining access to computers. If any student violates any of these rules, it may result in the loss of computer privleges for a time to be determined by XMA.
 * Information students access through the Internet is screened and subjected to the district's standards for appropriate educational materials.
 * Any student who knowingly accesses or distributes any materials that are considered be inappropriate will be subject to discipline consequences.
 * Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges and possible disciplinary or legal action.
 * Users are responsible to take all reasonable precautions to prevent virus infections on the XMA school computers.

__ **Responsible Use** __ //XMA// //School// is responsible for the terms and conditions associated with third party licensing agreements (i.e., software, databases). Therefore, users are duly expected to follow these guidelines ensuring that all hardware, software, and Internet applications be used responsibly. >
 * Access must be limited to education and research pertaining to learning objectives or assignments given.
 * Use of blogs, wikis, podcasts, etc. are encouraged and supported for educational purposes.
 * Become more proficient in and knowledgeable of various uses of the Internet and the provided software applications.
 * XMA School has a firewall and web filtering system in place to prevent access to most of the undesirable information on the Internet. The goal of XMA School is to make all student Internet experiences are safe, however, it is still possible that students may encounter undesirable materials. XMA makes no warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, of safe Internet access.
 * XMA is not responsible for any damages users suffer or for the unauthorized financial obligations resulting from the purchase of goods or services via the Internet.
 * All PC's, laptops, tablets, and workstations should be secured with a password-protected screensaver that is set to activate after 15 minutes or less, or by logging-off when the PC will be unattended
 * Students agree to to abide by copyright laws and software licensing agreements. They also agree //not//to use the computer resources of the school for commercial purposes.
 * You are expected to report any violations to the school principal.

__**Unacceptable Use**__ Under no circumstances is an employee of XMA School authorized to engage in any activity that is illegal under local, federal, or international law. When necessary, certain violations will be reported to the appropriate legal authorities for prosecution. Students and staff are responsible for inquiring of administration when they are unsure about a particular use. Specifically, the following activities are __prohibited__:

//Email and communication activities//
 * Sending unsolicited email messages, including the sending of the "junk mail" or other advertising material
 * Any form of harassment via email, phone, or paging is strictly prohibited
 * Logging on under some one else's identity
 * Knowingly giving oneâ€™s password to others
 * Solicitation of email for any other email addresses with the intent to harass or collect replies
 * Creating and forwarding of "chain letters", or any other "pyramid" schemes
 * The posting of newsgroup spam
 * Posting personal contact information about one's self or others
 * Agreeing to meet an individual you have become acquainted with online
 * Failing to immediately disclose any inappropriate messages received
 * Illegal distribution of copyrighted materials
 * Using inappropriate and offensive language or images in messages
 * Threatening students in any way shape or form.
 * Deliberately introducing any virus, worm, Trojan horse or other harmful or nuisance programme or file, or deliberately circumventing any precautions taken by the school to prevent this from happening.
 * Logging into chat rooms that are not pre-approved from teacher.
 * Downloading any attachments unless previously approved by teacher
 * Computer Gaming is not allowed.
 * The transmission of materials is considered a violation of local, state, or federal law and is prohibited. If a breach of the terms occurs the following conditions of this contract becomes active. Students and parents agree to indemnify XMA School for any costs or damages incurred by the school district relating that arises form the misuse of the computer or the Internet by a student.
 * Reconfigure the operating system or any system parameters on XMA computers.
 * Become involved in illegal acts such as gambling.
 * //Mobile phones and handheld communications devices//**
 * Students may use mobile phones/iPods/mp3 players/tablets or any handheld communication devices during lunch, study hall, and in between classes
 * Any student discovered with a cell phone (whether used or not) during class will face the punishment set forth in the Student Handbook.
 * Phones used for any reason during the school day will be confiscated and require a parent to pick them up from the security office.
 * While these communication devices provide many advantages for parents and students, this equipment can be a tremendous distraction and a potential problem in school.
 * Text messaging, camera, and recording features on many phones raise issues of privacy, potential Internet abuse, and cheating.
 * A student wishing to be able to possess such a device in school during the school day must register each device and its phone number and/or address with the appropriate building administration.
 * ==== Students who bring these devices to school do so at their own risk. XMA school district and its faculty and staff are NOT responsible for any damaged, missing, or stolen cell phones, mp3 players, tablets, or other handheld communication device. If a student has one of these handheld communication devices and it is damaged or stolen, schools will not utilize administrative time to investigate the incident nor will the District take any financial responsibility for the device or any incurred charges. ====
 * //Internet search engines and websites//**
 * Obscene or illegal webpages
 * Downloading unapproved games and/or media
 * Posting another's photos, files, or digital property
 * Using the work of another without proper consent or citation


 * //Hardware and Software//**
 * Modifying passwords, files, or data belonging to others
 * Vandalizing school equipment through hacking or physical abuse
 * Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempts to harm or destroy the data of another user.
 * Intentional damage to hardware/software on the computer system by physical means or the uploading or creation of computer viruses on the system is considered vandalism and will result in termination of privileges and disciplinary action.

__Consequences of Violation__
All users are expected to be familiar with what constitutes responsible and unacceptable use. Individuals who violate this policy are subject to consequences and disciplinary action if warranted. Depending on the severity of the misuse, violators may be subjected to any combination of the following consequences. > Legal action and prosecution by the appropriate authorities
 * Warning
 * Use of network of network only under direct supervision
 * Suspension of network privileges
 * Revocation of network privileges
 * Suspension of computer privileges
 * Revocation of computer privileges
 * Suspension from school
 * Expulsion from school

__Conclusion__
XMA School acknowledges the constant change occurring in technology. The district reserves the right to modify this policy when deemed appropriate. All employees and students are required to accept the terms of this document upon employment and attendance to XMA School.

Please sign below to indicate you understand and accept all terms and conditions, then return this bottom portion of this AUP to the school technology coordinator (you may keep all other portions as reference). If document is not received, please note that computer privileges will be suspended until it is signed, dated, and submitted to the district.

//****Awareness Programs will available three times during school year one of which is mandatory for both parent and student.**//

Student Name (Print)

Parent/Guardian Contact Information
Home Phone

Work Phone

Cell Phone

Email Address

(PLEASE NOTE THAT PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE/CONTACT INFORMATION IS REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS UNDER THE AGE OF 18.)