Technology Agreement

St. Benedict at Auburndale Technology Guidelines and Acceptable Use Policy  

Please Read Carefully: 

The purpose of the one-to-one laptop program is to enable students’ unparalleled access to the benefits of technology as  an educational tool. Students will develop familiarity and skills with both the computer and software packages  contained on the computer in preparation for a successful future. The one- to-one program also offers teachers the  ability to move far beyond the textbook, to deepen the knowledge provided within their content areas and to infuse  their curriculum with positive and successful information from around the globe.  

We are pleased to offer this program and are grateful for your support in helping us educate students about how to care  for and utilize technology appropriately. ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) standards for  students are used as a reference. https://www.iste.org/standards/for-students 

 

Guidelines for Parents and Students 

Parent Responsibilities 

Your child has been loaned a laptop computer to improve and personalize his/her education this year. It is essential  that the Saint Benedict at Auburndale Guidelines/Acceptable Use Policy be followed to ensure the safe, efficient and  ethical operation of the school’s computer. Be assured that SBA teachers take every measure possible to protect  where our students go on the Internet, however, students must be reminded that accessing the Internet is a  privilege that if abused, can be revoked.  

Students will be issued the following: Surface Laptop Go, Laptop charger, and printed material that should  be reviewed by both parent/guardian and student.  

In order for your child to use the laptop in class and take it home, you must be willing to accept the  following responsibilities:  

I WILL read and follow the Guidelines/Acceptable Use Policy and discuss it with my child thoroughly. I WILL instruct my child to keep the laptop in a secure location when not in use in class. 

I WILL make sure my child brings the laptop to school fully charged every day.  

I WILL discuss appropriate use of the Internet and supervise my child’s use of the Internet including Social Media. 

I WILL NOT attempt to repair the laptop, or have the laptop repaired through a private service. Any repairs should  be submitted to the IT help desk immediately. Students will be responsible for loaners if one needs to be issued. 

I WILL report any problems or damage to the laptop to the SBA IT Department. 

I WILL NOT change or attempt to change the configuration of files, folders, software, internet connection or  hardware. 

I WILL NOT download or attempt to install any programs, files or extensions/plugins from the Internet or other  sources that are not appropriate for education or have not been approved by the IT department. If purchased  software is to be installed, the appropriate license information must be presented to the IT department and  installed by the IT department. 

I WILL NOT move or delete any program or files on the laptop except files my child created. 

I AGREE to make sure that the laptop is returned to the school when and upon my child’s withdrawal or graduation  from Saint Benedict at Auburndale School. 

I AGREE to provide a safe location to store the laptop when it is not on the SBA campus.

 

Student Responsibilities 

Your SBA laptop should be used for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. In order to use the laptop in class  and to take it home, you must be willing to accept the following terms and responsibilities:  

I WILL read and follow the Guidelines/Acceptable Use Policy and discuss it with my parents/guardian. 

I WILL adhere to the terms of the SBA Acceptable Use Policy and School Guidelines each time the laptop is used  at home or at school. 

I WILL recharge the laptop nightly to begin the school day with a fully charged battery. 

I WILL bring the laptop to school each day and keep it with me or in a secure location when not using it in class. I WILL make the laptop available for inspection by an administrator or other staff member upon request. I WILL use appropriate language in all communications and documentations.  

I WILL abide by copyright laws. http://www.copyright.gov/title17/ 

I WILL regularly back up my files to flash/jump drive, or to a storage server such as OneDrive which is installed  on your laptop. 

I WILL stay on task in all courses when using the laptop. This includes not visiting other sites except the one(s)  assigned by teachers or participating in personal activities/social media during instructional time. 

I WILL report all problems and damage immediately to the IT department at school as soon as I notice a problem.  If needed, a loaner laptop will be issued to student. The student will be responsible for the care of the loaner. 

I WILL report loss/theft of the laptop to parents, IT department and proper authorities (police) within 24 hours. 

I WILL NOT use or attempt to use another student’s assigned hardware, subscriptions, logins, files or personal  information. 

I WILL NOT give out personal information, such as name, address, photo or other identifying information online, including username and password. 

I WILL NOT use the laptop to record others (audio/visual) without their permission. 

I WILL NOT download or attempt to install any programs, files, extensions and plugins from the internet or  sources that do not pertain to the school curriculum. 

I WILL NOT change or attempt to change the configuration of, install or remove software or hardware bypassing SBA’s network. 

I WILL NOT remove or attempt to remove any SBA identification tags on the laptop or deface it with stickers,  marking pens, etc. 

I WILL NOT engage in Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) during the school day unless instructed to do so by a faculty member. 

I WILL NOT engage in any academic dishonesty including copying other’s work without citing a reference or  presenting other’s work as my own. 

 

Acceptable Use Policy 

1. Using the SBA network is a privilege, NOT a right. While at school you should only use the SBA network. 

2. Students may not record individuals without permission from that individual first.  

3. Laptops are an educational tool and must be used in that capacity only. Once issued, students are responsible for the laptop and all accessories at all times.  

4. The assigned student is the only authorized user of the laptop. The laptop should NEVER be shared with another student or sibling.  

5. All passwords and personal information must be kept confidential at all times. 

6. Under NO circumstances will laptops be taken by parents or students to outside service providers for repair. Do NOT attempt to repair the laptop yourself. SBA IT staff will send the laptop off if needed after the work order is  placed.  

7. SBA will NOT be held responsible for inappropriate use of the school network or any other networks a student may be using. Basic web filtering is used on campus. VPN’s should never be used on school issued laptops.  

8. Students must conduct themselves in a socially acceptable manner at all times while using the network/internet.  Remember, everything you do on the internet leaves a digital footprint that follows you forever and may impact your future. http://www.onguardonline.gov 

9. Laptops are school property and all content (software, email, internet use, etc.) will be monitored. Messages and/or  Internet content relating to or in support of illegal activities will be reported to the authorities. 

10. Students’ must be responsible for having their laptop FULLY charged when they come to school each morning. 

11. Students must have NO expectations of privacy and can expect the IT department and administrators to conduct  checks of their Internet history, documents, etc. at any time.  

12. Laptop cases are provided and should remain on the computer at all times. 

13. All Identification tags must remain on the computer. 

14. “Cyberbullying” will NOT be tolerated. Cyberbullying means bullying by use of any electronic communication  device using but not limited to, e-mail, instant messaging, text messages, blogs, mobile phones, online games,  websites, etc. Cyberbullying can be reported to http://www.cyberbullyhotline.com.  

15. Students must notify the IT department or staff whenever they come across information or messages that are  inappropriate, dangerous, threatening or make them feel uncomfortable.  

16. Students must NOT try to bypass the school filter in any way, including but not limited to the use of proxy  connections or creating a hot spot or using a VPN.  

17. Students must be responsible for the laptop throughout the school day. SBA will NOT be responsible for laptops  that are left unattended on campus.  

18. Students must NOT access inappropriate or obscene material. Presence of weapons, pornographic materials,  inappropriate language, alcohol, drug, gang related symbols or pictures will result in disciplinary action. 

19. Students must NOT obtain copies of or modify files, data or passwords belonging to other users on the network. 

20. Sound must be muted at all times unless permission is obtained from the teacher for instructional purposes. 

21. Students must NOT move or delete any folder THEY did not create.  

22. Students are prohibited from playing games (with the exception of educational games directed by a teacher) or use  Social Media unless instructed to do so during school hours.  

23. Instant messaging is prohibited unless required by staff. If email is required, use the school account  (_________@sbaeagles.org) that has been given to you.  

24. The laptop will NOT be used to copy, download, upload or share copyrighted materials without the material  owner’s permission. This includes the reproduction of music files, (CD’s/DVD’s) images and software applications. 

25. Students must make sure that all desktops/screen savers are school appropriate. Presence of weapons,  pornographic materials, inappropriate language, alcohol, drug, gang related symbols or pictures will result in  disciplinary actions.  

26. Students must NOT take the laptop on trips unless permission is granted by the administration. If this permission  is granted, the responsibility of the laptop still rests on the student. If flying, students must never check the laptop. 

27. Students must NOT download large files such as personal music or movies on the laptop. Space on the laptop is  reserved for curricular content.  

28. Laptops must NOT be used to hurt or defame any person or institution including SBA. 

29. Any inappropriate use, neglect or damage is the responsibility of the parent and student. 

30. Committing any form of academic dishonesty using the laptop is not acceptable and will result in disciplinary  action.  

31. Laptops must NOT be left in automobiles. Computers cannot tolerate extreme hot and cold temperatures. 

32. Students must NOT overpack the laptop bag. This may damage the laptop.  

33. Students must NOT use laptops outdoors.  

34. Students must be mindful of their print usage and submit their work electronically to staff as often as possible.  Students must follow all print limitations.  

35. Laptops must ALWAYS be used on a flat stable surface.  

36. Students must NOT rest laptop on soft material or pillows. It will overheat and cause damage. 

37. Individuals must NOT eat or drink near the laptop. This includes bringing it to a lunch table! 

38. Students must avoid exerting pressure on the laptop or carrying it inappropriately. This causes damage to the  display and hinges.  

39. Students must NOT rest paper/pencils/pens/stapled paper or other items on the keyboard. Accidentally closing the laptop with items on the keyboard will damage the display.  

40. Students must NOT mark on the laptop in anyway with markers, stickers, etc.  

Neglect to follow the Acceptable Use Agreement and Guidelines will lead to   disciplinary actions, suspension and/or termination of the students use of laptop.