MORIN INTERNET POLICY

Acceptable use of Computers
New technologies are shifting the ways that information may be accessed, communicated and transferred. Those changes may also alter instruction and student learning. Morin School is now able to offer students access to the electronic information highway and the Internet. Since students will be able to use the Internet at school, we have developed some guidelines that need to be followed in order to prevent any problems. Please read through these guidelines with your child and sign the Student Agreement and Parent Permission form. When the signed form is returned to school, your child will be allowed to access the Internet.

Rules and Responsibilities
Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in a classroom or on the playground. Communications on the network are often public in nature. General school rules for behavior and communications apply.

Internet is provided for students to conduct research and communicate with others in relation to schoolwork. All use of electronic networks shall be consistent with the District's goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. Access to network services is given to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Parent permission is required.

Access to the district's electronic networks must be: (a) for the purpose of education or research and consistent with the educational objectives of the district; or (b) for legitimate business use.

Access is a privilege, not a right. Therefore, based upon the acceptable use guidelines outlined in this document, the system administrators may close an account at any time. The administration, faculty, and staff of Morin School may deny, revoke or suspend specific user accounts.