Electronic information research skills are fundamental to preparation of students as citizens of the world. The School District expects that faculty will blend thoughtful use of the school district computer system and the Internet through the curriculum and that they will provide guidance and instruction to students in their use.

Use of the District’s network/Internet resources is intended only for educational and informational purposes, such as research, professional development, instruction and collaborative education projects.

The use of the school district system and access to the use of the Internet including electronic communication is a privilege, not a right, used within District Policies 524 and 441. Consequences for students who fail to abide by Policy 524 – Internet Acceptable Use and Safety will be included in the building discipline procedures required by Policy 506 – Student Discipline. Infractions by students will also be referred to legal authorities when appropriate.

Ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the standards that their children should follow when using network/Internet resources. While the school will monitor student network/Internet use as closely as possible, the school cannot guarantee that students will not independently access network/Internet resources. If parents/guardians do not want their student to access network/Internet resources in school, they must notify the principal in writing.