Student Technology Device Use Agreement Form

It is clear to students that access to the network, devices provided by the district, email services, and software accounts is a privilege and not a right. If they do not adhere to this agreement, they may face consequences in the form of disciplinary action.

Device Ownership

The technology devices given to students are the property of the school and are intended solely for educational purposes. Any use of these devices for anything other than educational purposes may result in disciplinary action, including the revocation of the device.

Student Obligations and Responsibilities

It is expected of students to utilize district technology in a safe, responsible, and educational manner. The student who has been issued the technology is accountable for its proper utilization at all times. Sharing of personal account information, passwords, or any other identification details is strictly prohibited, and students should only access the system using their own assigned account. The use of district technology for any improper activities such as posting discriminatory, obscene, or sexually explicit material, cyberbullying, disclosing personal information of others, violating intellectual property rights, disrupting district technology or operations, installing unauthorized software, hacking into the system, or engaging in unethical or illegal practices, is strictly prohibited and may result in consequences.

Privacy

Students should understand that when using district technology, their privacy is not guaranteed. The district has the right to monitor and record all activities performed on district technology, including but not limited to internet usage, social media access, and communications sent or received. This monitoring can be done at any time without prior notice and is done for various legal reasons such as record keeping and investigation of inappropriate behavior. It's important for students to be aware that in most cases, their actions on district technology, such as web searches and emails, cannot be erased or deleted. Additionally, all passwords used on district technology belong solely to the district and students should not expect privacy when using them.

Personally Owned Devices

If a student uses their own device to access district technology, they must comply with all relevant Board policies, regulations, and the Acceptable Use Agreement. Any use of a personal device may result in the contents and communications on the device being disclosed through a lawful request or subpoena.

Reporting

If a student uses their own device to access district technology, they must comply with all relevant Board policies, regulations, and the Acceptable Use Agreement. Any use of a personal device may result in the contents and communications on the device being disclosed through a lawful request or subpoena.

Consequences for Violation

If a student breaks any laws, policies set by the Board, or agreements related to the use of district technology, they may face consequences such as the loss of their access to the technology, or disciplinary actions like suspension or expulsion. In addition, if the violation is serious, it may be reported to the authorities for further legal actions.