APS Policies, Guidelines, & Resources

Kindly click below to access the APS Acceptable Use Policy, AI Usage Guidelines, and Several Other Resources

We believe that technology tools, when used appropriately, can provide deeper conceptual knowledge and new ways of acquiring valuable skills. Though these are not the only uses, we recognize that technology can allow students to visualize content in new and unique ways; becoming creators of their own learning while demonstrating knowledge in authentic, meaningful and relevant formats. By incorporating technology into the classroom regularly, and when appropriate to learning, we can better ensure students develop the skills necessary to be powerful and responsible users of the digital world we live in.

APS Acceptable Use Policy

APS Generative AI Guidelines and Resource Guide

Generative AI Usage Guidelines

Chromebook Care Guidelines

APS Device Care Guidelines

APS Student Technology and Online Tools Acceptable Use Guidelines

Student Technology and Online Tools Acceptable Use Guidelines

Guidelines for Stronger Passwords

APS Strong Password Guidelines

Some Helpful Resources

The Arlington Public Schools is committed to protecting our students' privacy while also supporting the innovative use of digital learning resources in teaching and learning.

STUDENT DATA PRIVACY: Resources for Families

• Student Privacy 101 (Video 4:03 minutes)
• A Parent's Guide to Student Data Privacy
• APS Student Data Privacy Resources

APS DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCES

The APS Digital Learning Resources list (Link to the APS Digital Applications Database) includes district-wide subscriptions, free apps, and those that are paid for by specific departments or schools. There are three possible designations for each tool:

Approved: The contract is signed and the app is in use.
Approved with Guardian Release: The guardians signed a contract to allow it to be used in a specific classroom with a specific group of students.
Not Approved: The vendor was unable to sign the contract and, therefore, teachers are not allowed to use the app with students.

HOME COMPUTER USE RESOURCES

Keyboarding Without Tears (KWT)
To access your 3rd, 4th, or 5th graders' KWT account, please click this link https://clever.com/in/ArlingtonMA and choose Log in with Google. Students may need to type in their Spyponders username and password if they haven't logged into Google previously.

The resources below provide helpful information for Parents and Guardians to keep children safe while online.

• Common Sense Media Resources: Common Sense is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology.

• ConnectSafely Web Tips for Parents: Social Web tips for parents from Connect Safely.

• Family Online Safety Institute: The Family Online Safety Institute brings a unique, international perspective to the potential risks, harms as well as the rewards of our online lives.

• Net Family News for Parents: The mission is to document developments in the digital technology and media young people love and use most.

• Stay Safe Online Parental Controls: Parental controls are available on most Internet-enabled devices, like computers, smartphones, tablets, and gaming systems. When enabling parental controls, use age-appropriate settings to filter, monitor, and block your child's activities.

• Webwise Internet Advice for Parents: Top 10 tips for parents on internet safety.

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