GBAB - Acceptable Use for Students

File:  GBAB
Acceptable Use for Students

 

The Franklin Public Schools shall provide students access to the technology system/network, including access to external networks, for limited educational purposes.  The technology system/network will also be used to provide information to the community, including parents, governmental agencies, and businesses.
The Superintendent or his/her designee shall implement, monitor, and evaluate the district’s technology system/network for instructional purposes.  All users shall be required to acknowledge receipt and understanding of all administrative regulations and procedures governing use of technology and shall agree in writing to comply with such regulations and procedures.  
When utilizing school sanctioned modes of communication, students, staff, teachers and coaches are responsible for following all applicable laws, regulations, district policies, school rules and codes of conduct.

As part of its bullying awareness curriculum, the school district educates all students about appropriate online behavior, including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms and cyber-bullying awareness and response.
Noncompliance with applicable regulations and procedures may result in suspension or termination of access and/or other disciplinary actions consistent with policies of the Franklin Public Schools.  Violation of law may result in criminal prosecution as well as disciplinary action by the Franklin Public Schools.
The Superintendent or his/her designee shall develop and implement administrative regulations, procedures, and user agreements, consistent with the purposes and mission of the Franklin Public Schools as well as with law and policy governing copyright.
The Franklin Public Schools shall not be liable for users’ inappropriate use of electronic resources or violations of copyright restrictions, users’ mistakes or negligence, or costs incurred by users.  The Franklin Public Schools shall not be responsible for ensuring the accuracy or usability of any information found on external networks.

Reviewed; revised – Adopted 9/22/09

Reviewed; revised 8/7/12