Technology Responsible Use Guideline

The school provides students with the ease of access to communication through internet services and other technologies. This technology also allows students to have better access to learning resources that help them intellectually and socially. However, as observed by many, interaction and use of this technology is subject to the code of conduct and ethics of each and every individual where one may use the technology as the way he or she pleases, one has to be mindful of the care and respect to others, including their properties. 

This guideline intends to ensure that students will maintain proper etiquette and remain within the bounds of proper, legal, and safe use of the technology provided by the school. This guideline shall govern each and every member of the school community for the proper and responsible use of the technology. This will serve as the school's policy using technology to govern the conduct of employees and students such as, but not limited to, communication technologies such as computers, internet, and other devices whether owned by the school or during the use of such technology within the bounds and reach of the school and its premises.

UNDERSTANDING THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN SCHOOL

The of technological devices, including communication or access to the internet, are privileges granted by the school. Therefore, each and everyone is bound by the conduct and rules and required by the school for the use of these technologies within the school's premises. Any acts found to the contrary shall be subject to disciplinary action.

To ensure that you understand the contents herein, you shall be oriented by a school's representative for each portion of this form. You will sign the form upon confirmation that you understand the contents of this document guidelines.

RESPONSIBLE USE

The following are considered responsible for the use of technology under the terms and guidelines provided for by the School:

1. Use for educational purposes including for purposes of research, including ethical means of trial and error tests, communication, analysis, and review.
2. Use for administrative purposes for the fulfillment of ethical objectives by means of research or communication.
3. Any use that does not commit acts not allowed by the school under the code of conduct and/or handbook.

UNACCEPTABLE OR IMPROPER USE

The following shall be considered unacceptable, unnecessary, or irresponsible use of technology:

1. Usage of another person's account, especially when without authority.
2. Improper, impolite, or inappropriate use of words for communication.
3. Improper use of devices during class hours or working hours, including, but not limited to, unauthorized researching, unauthorized use of devices, including but not limited to playing games.
4. Use of data, content, images, and media that violates or infringes the copyright of others.
5. Unauthorized use of applications and programs. 

SAFETY ON USE AND COMMUNICATION OVER THE WEB

Internet is an important tool or avenue for communication. But risks are involved  and everyone should be mindful for its proper use. The following shall be considered as proper and should be practiced at all times:

1. The user must not visit chatrooms or channels that are not regulated by the School.
2. No one should share his or her personal or sensitive information, including passwords.
3. If there is any suspicion of any fraudulent activity, it must be reported immediately to the School's proper authorities.

CONDUCT OF COMMUNICATION

1. When communicating via email, it should be written and thought of exercising proper etiquette at all times.
2. Be mindful and courteous to others at all times.
3. It’s important that students understand the impact of their statements toward another including the implications of the permanent effects of their statements online. Be respectful, polite, and must display respect and thoughtfulness when making comments through social media, email, or other modes of technological communication. 

STANDARD OF ETHICS REQUIRED

Individuals using the internet and other digital devices must conform to the following ethical standards required by the School:

1. No one shall be allowed to steal and present other people's work and pass it as their own.
2. No person shall delete, damage, alter, modify someone else's work.
3. Everyone shall be required to comply with copyright laws and creative commons laws.
4. Each individual is expected to perform his or her conduct in their utmost honesty and diligence. Any form of cheating or any act contrary to the required standards of the school shall be prohibited.
5. An individual shall refrain from embarrassing, harassing, threatening, or tormenting another online whether directly or indirectly.

PENALTIES

Any acts committed in violation of these guidelines shall be meted out with punishment of detention, suspension, or expulsion, depending on the gravity of the offense committed, as provided for under the handbook.

Should the act committed be in violation of the district, local, or state laws where the Student is found guilty thereof, the penalty shall be expulsion.

ACKNOWLDGEMENT

I hereby declare that I read and understand the Technology and Responsible Use Guideline. I have had the opportunity to clarify some concerns and any unclear matters in this guideline and these concerns were clarified to me and to my satisfaction. I understand that any act or omissions I make in contrary to the guidelines above stated may result in disciplinary action. I hereby sign this document as my free act and deed.