Student Guidelines for Acceptable Technology & Internet Use
Access to computer, network, and Internet equipment and software at Rio Grande City High School offers students an almost unlimited source of resources and information to support their educational development. Under staff supervision, students will have the privilege of searching the Internet for expert resources, communicating with other students from around the world, and participating in various distance-learning activities. But with the use of these powerful tools comes great responsibility. Access to these resources is privilege, not a right. Students are advised that some Internet sites may contain information, messages, and pictures that are offensive or inappropriate for an educational setting. Rio Grande City High School does not condone or permit the use of such material. Therefore, access to the Internet is granted only on the condition that a student agrees to be accountable for appropriate use of these resources. In addition to all information and technology security policies, guidelines, and procedures that govern computer and network use at Rio Grande City High School, the following statements guide acceptable use of Internet resources by all students.
1. Students may not use equipment or facilities in a way that is inconsistent with the general rules of conduct that govern student behavior at Rio Grande City High School.
2. Students may not damage or mistreat equipment or facilities under any circumstances.
3. Students may not use anyone else’s password nor may they share their password with others.
4. Students may not use “chat” programs or message boards (unless under the direct supervision of a teacher).
5. Students may not employ the network for personal financial gain or commercial purposes.
6. Students may not engage in practices that threaten the integrity of the network (e.g., knowingly download files that contain a virus).
7. Students may not write, use, send, download, or display obscene, threatening, harassing, or otherwise offensive messages or pictures, including pornography.
8. Students may not use the network for illegal activities, including the violation of copyright laws and/or software piracy.
9. Students may not load or copy any software or other programs to or from organizational equipment unless permission is explicitly granted by an authorized party (e.g., the network administrator).
10. Students may not trespass into anyone else’s folders, documents, or files.
11. Students may not disclose anyone’s personal information (e.g., address, telephone number, or confidential information), including their own or that belonging to a fellow student, community, family, or staff member.
12. Students should be advised that in an effort to maintain system integrity and to ensure responsible use, files and communications could and will be monitored. Students should not under any circumstances expect that messages or files created, modified, transmitted, received, or stored on organizational equipment are private. Students who violate any of the above conditions will be subject to the suspension or termination of their technology and Internet computing privileges, as well as other disciplinary action as determined by school officials.

Acceptable Use Internet Agreement Form

As a user of the Rio Grande City High School computer network, I hereby agree to comply with all the rules and guidelines communicating over the network in a reliable fashion while honoring all relevant laws and restrictions.

Student Signature___________________________________

As the parent or legal guardian of the minor student signing above, I grant permission for my son or daughter to access networked computer services such as electronic mail and the Internet. I understand that individuals and families may be held liable for violations. I understand that some materials on the Internet may be objectionable, but I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use, setting and conveying standards for my daughter or son to follow when selecting, sharing, or exploring information and media.

Parent Signature_______________________________ Date___________

Name of Student________________________I.D.#__________Grade_____