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Student Technology Acceptable Use Agreement

The below agreement is divided into grade-level bands with age-appropriate language. Teachers will review the agreement at the start of each academic year and students will sign the agreement. Students will engage in digital citizenship lessons throughout the year to reinforce the agreement. 

I agree to abide by the following statements when using any district technology:

Category

Agreement

Digital Communication

  • I will only share pictures, videos, and things in writing with other students about things that we are learning in school.

Digital Literacy

  • I will use the technology at school to find, consume, evaluate, create, and communicate information for learning.

Digital Etiquette

  • I will only use technology for activities my teachers ask me to do.
  • I will always use my own account and never use another student’s account.

Digital Law 

  • I will not copy other people’s work.

Digital Responsibilities

  • I will tell my teacher if anyone says or does something wrong with the technology.
  • I will get my teacher’s permission before taking pictures or videos.
  • My teacher may look at all my work online.

Digital Security & Privacy

  • I will never share my password with anyone but my parents and teachers.

Category

Agreement

Digital Communication

  • I will stay away from chat sessions and social networking sites, including the use of collaborative documents (e.g. Docs, Slides, Sheets, Jamboards, etc.) used for the purpose of chatting.
  • I will only share images, videos, and things in writing with other students that are on school topics.

Digital Literacy

  • I will use the technology at school only to research, consume, evaluate, create, and communicate information for learning and innovation.

Digital Etiquette

  • I will always use my own district-provided @lgusd.org account when using the district and school network and never use another student’s or my personal account without teacher permission.
  • I will get permission before taking pictures or videos of other students.
  • I will only use technology for activities my teachers ask me to do.
  • During school time, I will not use online games, videos, or interactive activities without my teacher’s permission.
  • I will not delete or change another student’s work without permission.
  • I will touch another person’s technology only with permission.

Digital Law 

  • I will properly cite my sources for informational research projects or writing.
  • I will not copy or plagiarize another person’s work including text, images, or videos.
  • I will report to an adult any hurtful behavior including bullying.
  • I will tell my teacher immediately if I come across any information that makes me or anyone else feel uncomfortable.
  • If I use technology inappropriately my teacher may access the devices or accounts.

Digital Responsibilities

  • I will get my teacher’s permission before taking pictures or videos.
  • I will tell an adult when technology is not used correctly.
  • If I don’t follow the rules there may be consequences.
  • I will treat others with respect online and in the classroom.
  • I will agree to the review of communications, data, and files by the District.
  • I will take good care of school and district equipment and will not cause damage to the school computers, the computer network, or other school or district equipment.
  • I will report any violations of this Student Technology Contract to an adult at school.
  • I understand that if there is any question concerning the approval of an activity or task, it is my responsibility to seek clarification from my teacher.
  • I understand that the use of the district’s computer system is a privilege and the violation of any of these rules may result in disciplinary action.

Digital Security & Privacy

  • I will check with an adult at school before filling out any Internet forms or surveys.
  • I will never share my password with anyone but my parents and teachers.
  • I will not share personal information online such as my name, address, telephone number, or the name and location of my school unless approved by my teacher and/or parent.
  • I will get my parent/guardian’s approval and participation before I meet with anyone online
  • I understand that there is no expectation of privacy when using district technology. 

Category

Agreement

Digital Communication

  • I will only share images, videos, and things in writing with other students that are on school topics.
  • I will stay away from chat sessions and social networking sites, including the use of collaborative documents (e.g. Docs, Slides, Sheets, Jamboards, etc.) used for the purpose of chatting.
  • I will not post or publish images, videos, and/or things in writing captured at school or school-related activities on social networking sites, blogs, and other websites.
  • I will only email teachers and classmates about school topics

Digital Literacy

  • I will use the technology at school to curate, consume, evaluate, create, and communicate information for learning and innovation.

Digital Etiquette

  • I will always use my own district-provided @lgusd.org account when using the district and school network and never use another student’s or my personal account without teacher permission.
  • I will follow the directions of my teacher or any adult in charge.
  • I will be responsible for my online identity and be honest and truthful about what I post and how I respond to others.
  • I will get permission before taking pictures or videos of other students.
  • I will use technology appropriately and safely so that it functions properly.
  • During school time, I will not use online games, videos, or interactive activities without my teacher’s permission.
  • I will not cheat or gain an unfair advantage in online activities through sharing and accessing information inappropriately.
  • I will not alter or delete another student’s work or accounts without permission.
  • I will not alter or change settings on my device or other people’s devices or shared technology by downloading software or accessing settings.
  • I will not put my or other users' technology or personal information at risk by damaging or altering shared network software and technology.
  • I will touch another person’s technology only with permission.

Digital Law 

  • I will honor all copyright and fair use laws as I have been taught.
  • I will not plagiarize or use others’ work without properly citing my sources.
  • I will not illegally download or share pirated content either through sharing or using peer-to-peer services.
  • I will share with any school employee any incidences of bullying or harassment in which students are acting abusively or unsafely online toward others.
  • I will share with a school employee any online behavior in which a student is acting unsafely and posting information that may be harmful to themselves or others.
  • I will not create, access, post, submit, publish, display or distribute abusive, harassing, libelous, obscene, offensive, disruptive, profane, pornographic, threatening, sexually explicit, illegal material, or material that could be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based on their race/ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or political beliefs.  
  • I will not engage in cyberbullying, which is communicating harassing messages, direct threats, or other harmful texts, sounds, or images.
  • If I use a personally owned device to access district technology, I understand that the contents of the device and any communications sent or received on the device are subject to disclosure pursuant to a lawful subpoena or public records request.

Digital Responsibilities

  • I will not use technology for commercial, purchasing, or illegal purposes.
  • I will use technology appropriately or I may face loss of access or consequences including disciplinary action, expulsion, or legal action.
  • I will agree to the review of communications, data, and files by the district.
  • I will take good care of school and district equipment and will not cause damage to the school computers, the computer network, or other school or district equipment.
  • I will report any violations of this Student Technology Contract to an adult at school.
  • I understand that if there is any question concerning the approval of an activity or task, it is my responsibility to seek clarification from my teacher.

Digital Security & Privacy

  • I will protect my passwords and personal information such as my name, address, telephone number, or the name and location of my school.
  • I will get my parent/guardian’s approval and participation before I meet with anyone online
  • I understand that there is no expectation of privacy when using district technology. 

I understand and agree to abide by these district policies. I understand that I am permitted to only access authorized applications or materials when using the district and school technology. I will only use the district technology in a reasonable and responsible manner as directed by a teacher or other district representative. I understand that if I violate this agreement, I will face disciplinary action and may lose access to the district technology. I agree to obey all of the above-stated rules and regulations.

Last updated: 2022-06-02