Common use of NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES Clause in Contracts

NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network to maintain system integrity and to insure that students are using the system responsibly. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such material by accident, they should report it to their teacher immediately. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Bebo, and Facebook should not reflect negatively on my fellow students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, security settings or Internet filters, or interfere with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacher. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments related to Internet safety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Responsible Use Technology Agreement

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NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is Employees are personally responsible for his/her their actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network or email to maintain system integrity and to insure ensure that students employees are using the system responsibly. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students No one can claim a right to privacy or unrestricted speech in the use of the District’s systems. Limited personal use is permitted as long as this does not increase the cost to the District, or interfere with the operations of the network or with the performance of the employee’s duties. Use of a district computer (i.e. laptop) at home can become a potential risk for viruses and spyware into the school network. Please use extreme caution when using district resources at home. Refrain from logging in to any district resources (Office 365, Email, Webnet, etc.) while connecting to an unsecured or public wireless network. Employees are NOT not permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students computers (webshots, gator, yahoo messenger, kazaa, weatherbug, limewire, spybot, toolbars, screen savers, etc.) Employees are NOT not permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students Employees are NOT not permitted to download, stream, and/or save copyrighted materials such music or movie files without copyright owner’s written consent. Employees are not permitted to utilize any email service, other than the district provided Office 365 account, for work use. This includes setting up an account for Google Mail. Employees are also not permitted to have students set up accounts for any email service, other than the district provided Office 365 account, for class use, unless otherwise specified by the Director of Technology. Employees are not permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, you may run across areas of adult content and some material by accident, they you might find objectionable for the educational setting. We ask that you report these websites to the technology department to include in the filtering process. Employees should report it not seek to their teacher immediatelyaccess sites that are inappropriate for the public school environment. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT not permitted. STUDENT UNDERSTANDING: While electronic mail can be a valuable tool, it is not private and subject to the Texas Open Records Act. All Staff email is archived for a period of 5 years and may be obtained by anyone wishing to submit an open records request. Do not send messages that are abusive, threatening, harassing, obscene, sexually oriented, discriminatory, damaging, illegal, false, or contain profanity. Do not send chain letters, virus warnings, urban legends or other unsubstantiated scares. Do not use the system for commercial purposes, financial gain, political lobbying or any illegal purposes. Do not open attachments or click any links within an email without first checking the validity of the email with the sender. If the sender is unknown, don’t open the attachment or click on any links; delete the email. I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero Xxxxxxxx ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I understand that all student use of the Internet is to be vigilantly supervised. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other personal storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan scanned the media for viruses and check checked for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- instant messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Bebo, and Facebook should not reflect negatively on my fellow teachers, staff, students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero Xxxxxxxx ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult the technology department and/or my supervisor immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. This includes, but is not limited to, intentionally wasting resources, downloading music or streaming movies during school hours, playing online games, creating or printing inappropriate materials, printing excessive quantities, tampering with computer parts, installing unauthorized operating systems, erasing programs or others’ files, introducing viruses, hacking, attempting to gain unauthorized access and modifying settings without permission. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, circumvent security settings or Internet filters, or interfere interfering with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero Victoria ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes includes, but is not limited to to, modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacherprincipal/supervisor. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments attend staff development related to Internet safetySafety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Employee Responsible Use of Technology Agreement

NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network to maintain system integrity and to insure that students are using the system responsibly. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. Students are NOT allowed to download copyrighted music or movies to Victoria ISD servers. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such material by accident, they should report it to their teacher immediately. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero Xxxxxxxx ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other personal storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Bebo, and Facebook should not reflect negatively on my fellow students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero Xxxxxxxx ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, security settings or Internet filters, or interfere with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero Victoria ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacher. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments related to Internet safety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Responsible Use Technology Agreement

NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is Faculty/staff are personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network or email to maintain system integrity and to insure that students faculty/staff are using the system responsibly. No one can claim a right to privacy or unrestricted speech in the use of the District’s systems. PERSONAL USE - Limited personal use is permitted as long as this does not increase the cost to the District or interfere with the operations of the network or with the performance of the employee’s duties. Use of the district’s computer (i.e. laptop), at home, can become a potential risk for viruses and spyware into the school network. Please use extreme caution when using district resources at home. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students – Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students computers (webshots, gator, yahoo messenger, kazaa, weatherbug, limewire, spybot, toolbars, screen savers, etc.) Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, you may run across areas of adult content and some material by accident, they you might find objectionable for the educational setting. We ask that you report these websites to the technology department to include in the filtering process. Faculty or staff should report it not seek to their teacher immediatelyaccess sites that are inappropriate for the public school environment. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL – While electronic mail can be a valuable tool, it is impossible to guarantee that it will be private. Deleted files can be undeleted. Do not send messages that are abusive, threatening, harassing, obscene, sexually oriented, discriminatory, damaging, illegal, false, or contain profanity. Do not send chain letters, virus warnings, urban legends or other unsubstantiated scares. Use the forward button with care (copy/paste is preferred). Do not use the system for commercial purposes, financial gain, political lobbying or any illegal purposes. Do not open attachments without first checking the validity of the attachment with the sender. If the sender is unknown, don’t open the attachment. FACULTY/STAFF UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I understand that all student use of the Internet is to be vigilantly supervised. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Bebo, and Facebook should not reflect negatively on my fellow teachers, staff, students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult the technology department immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. This includes intentionally wasting resources, downloading music during school hours, playing online games, creating or printing inappropriate materials, printing excessive quantities, tampering with computer parts, erasing programs or others’ files, introducing viruses, hacking, attempting to gain unauthorized access and modifying settings without permission. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, circumvent security settings or Internet filters, or interfere interfering with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacherprincipal/supervisor. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments attend staff development related to Internet safetySafety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Responsible Use Technology Agreement

NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is Faculty/staff are personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network or email to maintain system integrity and to insure that students faculty/staff are using the system responsibly. No one can claim a right to privacy or unrestricted speech in the use of the District’s systems. PERSONAL USE - Limited personal use is permitted as long as this does not increase the cost to the District or interfere with the operations of the network or with the performance of the employee’s duties. Use of the district’s computer (i.e. laptop), at home, can become a potential risk for viruses and spyware into the school network. Please use extreme caution when using district resources at home. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students – Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students computers (webshots, gator, yahoo messenger, kazaa, weatherbug, limewire, spybot, toolbars, screen savers, etc.) Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students Faculty/Staff are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, you may run across areas of adult content and some material by accident, they you might find objectionable for the educational setting. We ask that you report these websites to the technology department to include in the filtering process. Faculty or staff should report it not seek to their teacher immediatelyaccess sites that are inappropriate for the public school environment. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL – While electronic mail can be a valuable tool, it is impossible to guarantee that it will be private. Deleted files can be undeleted. Do not send messages that are abusive, threatening, harassing, obscene, sexually oriented, discriminatory, damaging, illegal, false, or contain profanity. Do not send chain letters, virus warnings, urban legends or other unsubstantiated scares. Use the forward button with care (copy/paste is preferred). Do not use the system for commercial purposes, financial gain, political lobbying or any illegal purposes. Do not open attachments without first checking the validity of the attachment with the sender. If the sender is unknown, don’t open the attachment. FACULTY/STAFF UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero Xxxxx ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I understand that all student/Faculty/Staff use of the Internet will be monitored. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Bebo, Twitter, Facebook and Facebook other social networking sites should not reflect negatively on my fellow teachers, staff, students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero Xxxxx ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult the technology department immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. This includes intentionally wasting resources, downloading music during school hours, playing online games, creating or printing inappropriate materials, printing excessive quantities, tampering with computer parts, erasing programs or others’ files, introducing viruses, hacking, attempting to gain unauthorized access and modifying settings without permission. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, circumvent security settings or Internet filters, or interfere interfering with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero Xxxxx ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacherprincipal/supervisor. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments attend staff development related to Internet safetySafety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.. FACULTY/STAFF AGREEMENT: As a user of the School’s technology resources, I understand and agree to comply with the netiquette and appropriate use guidelines outlined in the Responsible Use Technology Agreement for Faculty/Staff. I have read the Network and Internet Use Policy [CQ (LOCAL) xxxx://xxx.xxxx.xxx/Policy/Code/633?filter=CQ] and the Responsible Use Technology Agreement for Faculty/Staff. I understand the conditions for use of the network and Internet resources provided by the Xxxxx ISD and that access to technology resources are provided for the purpose of promoting education excellence in keeping with the academic goals of the District, and that faculty/staff use for any other purpose is inappropriate. I recognize it is impossible for the District to restrict access to all controversial materials, and I will not hold the school responsible for materials acquired on the school network. CONSEQUENCES FOR VIOLATION OF THIS AGREEMENT: I understand that I am responsible for any transactions that occur under my user ID or account. Should I commit a violation, I understand that consequences of my actions could include suspension of access to the system, loss of computer privileges or data and files, revocation of the computer system account, disciplinary action, and/or referral to law enforcement. I understand that from time to time the school may wish to publish examples of faculty or staff projects or photographs of faculty and/or staff on the School District’s website. Appendix A – Unlawful Online Conduct and Applicable Federal Laws The chart below details the type of unlawful online conduct, potentially applicable federal laws, and the section of the Department of Justice with subject-matter expertise. If the subject matter expert is not a section of the Department, but rather another agency, the entry will have an asterisk following its initials. In many cases, prosecutors may also consider whether the conduct at issue is a violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2 (aiding and abetting) or 18 U.S.C. § 371 (conspiracy). Unlawful Conduct Applicable Federal Law DOJ Section Denial of Service Attacks Use of Misleading Domain Name 18 U.S.C. § 1030(a)(5)(A) (transmission of program, information, code, or command, resulting in damage) 18 U.S.C. § 2252B (using misleading domain name with intent to deceive a person into viewing obscene material or with intent to deceive a minor into viewing harmful material) CCIPS CCIPS CEOS Password Fraud

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Samples: Responsible Use Technology Agreement

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NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student system user is personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child system users may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionableobjectionable material. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator technology department may review and limit any storage area of the school network to maintain system integrity and to insure that students system users are using the system responsibly. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students – System users are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computerscomputers unless approved by the technology department. Students All installed software must have appropriate licensing. System users are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students System users are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students system users encounter such material by accident, they should report it to their teacher or technology department immediately. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT SOCIAL NETWORKING SITE POLICY - Before creating any profile representing a class, department, or school organization on a social networking site such as Facebook, MySpace, etc., the teacher or district employee must have permission from the District administration. A link to the site may be required to be provided on the District’s website. The teacher or district employee will be responsible for monitoring and administering the profile. The teacher or district employee will also be responsible for following the District’s Responsible Use of Technology Agreement. SYSTEM USER UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero Redwater ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. (Employees do not need permission.) I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life)environments, online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as Facebook, MySpace, Bebo, and Facebook etc. should not reflect negatively on my fellow students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero Redwater ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult a teacher or the technology department immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventing, security settings or Internet filters, or interfere with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero Redwater ISD Administrators administrators or Technology Departmenttechnology department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacherteacher or administrator. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments related to Internet safety. I understand that students should never arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone they met online unless given permission by their parents. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Responsible Use of Technology Agreement

NETIQUETTE and APPROPRIATE USE GUIDELINES. NETWORK RESOURCES - The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The student is personally responsible for his/her actions when utilizing the school’s computer resources. Despite our best efforts and beyond the limits of filtering technology, your child may run across areas of adult content and some material you might find objectionable. PRIVACY – Network storage areas are the property of the school district. The Network Administrator may review any storage area of the school network to maintain system integrity and to insure ensure that students are using the system responsibly. COPYING/DOWNLOADING - Students are NOT permitted to download or install any software, shareware, or freeware onto the school’s computers. Students are NOT permitted to copy others’ work or intrude into others’ files. INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS OR LANGUAGE – Students are NOT permitted to transmit, retrieve or store materials that are discriminatory, harassing, obscene, pornographic, or inappropriate. Should students encounter such material by accident, they should report it to their teacher immediately. The use of district online systems for personal gain, political lobbying or any other purpose which is illegal or against district policy or contrary to the district’s best interest is NOT permitted. STUDENT UNDERSTANDING: I understand that passwords are private. I will not allow others to use my account name and password, or try to use that of others. I understand that my school network and email accounts are owned by the District and are not private. Cuero Maypearl ISD has the right to access my information at any time. I will not bring any floppy disks, zip disks, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, flash drives or other storage media to the school unless I have specific permission to do so. I will have the supervising teacher or the district technology department personnel scan the media for viruses and check for appropriate content before using it on school equipment. I will be polite and use appropriate language in my email messages, multi-user role-playing and/or virtual learning environments (e.g. Second Life), online postings, and other digital communications with others. I will refrain from using profanity, vulgarities or any other inappropriate language as determined by school administrators. I will use email and other means of communications (e.g. blogs, wikis, podcasting, chat, instant- instant messaging, discussion boards, virtual learning environments, etc.) responsibly. I will not use computers, handheld computers, digital audio players, cell phones, personal digital devices or the Internet to send or post hate or harassing mail, pornography, make discriminatory or derogatory remarks about others, or engage in bullying, harassment, or other antisocial behaviors either at school or at home. I understand that I represent the school district in all my online activities. I understand that what I do on social networking websites such as MySpace, Beboand Facebook, and Facebook other social sites should not reflect negatively on my fellow students, teachers, or on the District. I understand that I will be held responsible for how I represent myself and my school, department or District on the Internet. I understand that masquerading, spoofing, or pretending to be someone else is forbidden. This includes, but is not limited to, sending out e-mailemail, creating accounts, or posting messages or other online content (e.g. text, images, audio or video) in someone else's name as a joke. I will use technology resources responsibly. I will not retrieve, save, or display hate-based, offensive or sexually explicit material using any of Cuero Maypearl ISD's computer resources. I am responsible for not pursuing material that could be considered offensive. I understand that I am to notify an adult immediately if by accident I encounter materials which violate appropriate use. I will use technology resources productively and responsibly for school-related purposes. I will avoid using any technology resource in such a way that would disrupt the activities of other users. I will refrain from attempting to bypass, or circumventingcircumvent, security settings or Internet filters, or interfere with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, or web-based services and software not approved by the Cuero Maypearl ISD Administrators or Technology Department. I understand that vandalism is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to modifying or destroying equipment, programs, files, or settings on any computer or other technology resource. I will respect the intellectual property of other users and information providers. I will obey copyright guidelines. I will not plagiarize or use other’s work without proper citation and permission. I will refrain from the use of or access of files, software, or other resources owned by others without the owner’s permission. I will use only those school network directories that are designated for my use or for the purpose designated by my teacher. I will follow all guidelines set forth by the District and/or my teachers when publishing schoolwork online (e.g. to a website, blog, wiki, discussion board, podcasting or video server). I understand the Internet is a source for information that is both true and false; and that the school is not responsible for inaccurate information obtained from the Internet. I agree to abide by all Internet safety guidelines that are provided by the school and to complete all assignments related to Internet safety. I understand that District administrators will deem what conduct is inappropriate use if such conduct is not specified in this agreement.

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Samples: Responsible Use Technology Agreement

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