Understanding TUPA

Technology Usage Policy and Agreement

K-12 Responsible Use Agreement

Listed below are guidelines that describe responsible use for school owned equipment used both on and off school property. This also applies to personal devices used on school property. Students are responsible for appropriate behavior online just as they are in the classroom or any other area of the school. This agreement is a shortened version of our School Board Policy 815 - Acceptable Use of Internet.


BE SAFE:

  • Keep your personal information private. Do not type your full name, address, or information on the Internet without an adult’s permission

  • Immediately exit out of an app or website if you see something inappropriate on the screen and tell an adult.

  • Show and tell an adult if you receive a hurtful message through technology.

  • Only visit appropriate sites and install apps that are allowed by your teacher. If you want to go to a new site or app, ask a teacher for approval.

  • Do not click on advertisements or “free” offers.


BE RESPECTFUL:

  • Only use your assigned login and password. Do not pretend to be someone else online or use someone else’s login.

  • Communicate only in ways that are kind and respectful. Do not use technology to bully someone else or treat someone else with disrespect.

  • Ask for adult permission before taking or sharing photos or videos of yourself or anyone else.

  • Treat other students’ files with care. Do not move, change, or delete someone else’s work.

  • Cite your sources. Do not copy photos and text that you find on the Internet and pretend they are your own.


BE RESPONSIBLE:

  • Only use devices, accounts (including email), and Internet searches for school-appropriate purposes.

  • Be responsible with the school’s equipment and treat it with care. iPads should be in an approved case at all times. Do not change computer or iPad settings or damage equipment on purpose. Tell an adult if you notice broken equipment.

  • Create or type appropriate things that you would want your parents and teachers to see

  • Tell an adult if you notice someone who is not being a safe, respectful or responsible user

  • Keep your passwords and accounts safe. Do not share them with anyone except your teacher and parents.


I UNDERSTAND

  • The devices and network belong to the District. Using them is a privilege, not a right.

  • My teachers or district personnel may review my device, work and activities at any time.

  • Appropriate usage of school devices.