At CIS we utilize technology to enhance learning and have it thoughtfully integrated to stimulate students’ creativity and innovation, develop collaboration and communication skills, promote research and information fluency, and nurture their critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
When using technology, all CIS community members are expected to demonstrate good citizenship and be responsible, safe, and respectful on any device, both on and off-campus. The CIS Core Values form the foundation of this RUP and the RUP is in line with the ISTE Digital Citizenship Standards and the Common Sense Digital Citizenship curriculum.
Students' development will be greatly enhanced when all community members adhere to and model the RUP as well as when parents provide the same message when students are not at CIS.
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Responsibility -
put their best self forward by engaging in positive, safe behavior when using technology.
build positive, supportive communities and combat cruelty (ie. not engaging in cyberbullying, trolling, or scamming; supporting others’ positive digital identity).
be mindful that shared digital content is everlasting, even when individuals delete it or believe privacy settings fully protect them from scrutiny.
moderate their time, be mindful of ergonomic practices and balance technology use with physical activities.
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manage their personal data to maintain digital privacy and security being aware of data-collection technologies that are used to track their navigation.
protect their personal information by creating effective passwords and authenticating sources before providing personal information.
protect themselves from scams, phishing schemes, and poor purchasing practices (e-commerce theft).
activate privacy settings to secure all accounts and shared devices. one
Keep out of harm’s way by knowing the identity of who you are interacting with; how much and what kind of information you share (ie. sharing personal data conscientiously, not posting addresses or phone numbers).
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respect the legal and ethical rights and obligations of using and sharing digital content.
abide by copyright and fair use, citing resources, gaining or giving permission to use content (ie. music, photos, narration, text, and designs), avoiding plagiarism, understanding, and using creative commons.
respect network protections by not hacking them or using another’s identity.
use your CIS accounts only as directed by the school for school-related and educational purposes. This includes following the laws of Hong Kong as it pertains to accessing and creating digital content.
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use devices as guided by teachers.
bring devices fully operational and charged to school daily (and charger as needed).
make sure there is available storage space on devices for learning.
only install school-approved learning software/apps.
use school resources appropriately and responsibly, ie. printing, wifi, network, etc.
be responsible for regularly backing up data.
care for and use devices appropriately at all times and store them when not being used.
know that the school has the right to monitor, view or access the data on any device, ie. in cases of bullying, inappropriate behavior, or illegal activities.
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School Usage Guidelines (from 7:30 am - 3:00 pm)
Break time - To support our well-being, research points to the importance of having a break from schoolwork and technology. To that end, all Y7-9, 11 students will be device-free/off technology. Y12-13 students can use devices in the Senior Student Centre.
Lunchtime - Year 7-9 students will be device-free/off technology. Year 11 students can use technology according to the table and designated areas below.
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Location：Library
Years 7-9：Classtime only
Year 11：Lunchtime only
Years 12-13：All times
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Location：Senior Student Centre
Years 12-13：All times
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Designated Areas
Year 11: Library
Years 12-13: Library, the pods, or Senior Student Centre
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Phone usage during the school day
Year 7-Year 11 student phones will be on airplane mode and out of sight from 7:30 am - 3:00 pm during all weekdays when school is in session.
Year 12-13 students will be entrusted with the responsible use of technology in the Senior Student Center on the condition that such usage upholds school values and advances interpersonal cohesion.
Outside of classroom usage, CIS staff will avoid using phones in any student-facing locations.
Need to Make a Phone Call?
If a student needs to make a phone call they will go to the Student Affairs Office and ask to make a phone call.
Social Media
All social media will be blocked on the CIS student wireless network (SSID), based on whitelisting to be determined by the CIS faculty, on an appropriate basis for each year level, and subject to regular review.
Gaming
Gaming will not be allowed on campus. Year 12-13 students will be entrusted with the responsible use of technology in the Senior Student Center on the condition that such usage upholds school values and advances interpersonal cohesion.
Techpreneurship
The Secondary Leadership Team will explore, implement and provide oversight for opportunities and spaces for students keen on using technology during breaktimes and lunchtimes to make, develop and otherwise engage with technology in learning-rich ways.
“If in doubt, check it out” - Who to contact if there are any questions/issues with
Using technology
The teacher that requested the use of the technology
Ed Tech Coaches (email sec-edtech@cis.edu.hk, room 904)
Suspicious content/communication or any “red flag feelings”
Advisor or any trusted adult
Ed Tech Coaches (email sec-edtech@cis.edu.hk room 904)
Hardware
Tech Help team (tech-help@cis.edu.hk, room 425)
Ed-Tech Coaches (email sec-edtech@cis.edu.hk, room 904)
As this is not an exhaustive list, everyone should use their own good judgment when using technology and, when in doubt, seek support from any trusted adult or those mentioned above. The guiding documents below can be used for further clarification of what is expected or in understanding the consequences of violations to the RUP.
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Student - By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read the CIS Responsible Use Policy, understand the significance of the policy, and agree to comply with it and the Guiding Documents entirely. I understand that any breach of the policy may result in the school taking action as detailed within this RUP and/or in the Guiding Documents.
Parent - As CIS community members, we understand that students will use a variety of educational websites and digital resources to support their learning and that the school has instituted appropriate measures to protect students when using school-approved technologies. CIS has the right and responsibility to filter harmful content and access information on devices and any account associated with CIS. If inappropriate activity is suspected, the CIS administration may ask you to check your child’s personal devices and accounts and share any relevant information. Together we can support students to be ethical citizens in the digital age and make sure their digital experiences are safe. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read the CIS Responsible Use Policy, discussed it with my child(ren) and we agree to follow the policies of the school.
Student Signature Parent Signature