IHE Technology

I will stay on TRACK with my school issued device:

I will demonstrate TRUSTWORTHINESS by:

• Carrying my device closed, with two hands, and close to my body

• Closing my device gently/quietly and making sure there’s nothing inside

• Never eating or drinking while using my device

• Never putting my device on the floor, even for a moment

• Taking the headphones out before standing up/walking away from my device

• Storing and charging my device safely in my classroom

• Following the DCSD Student Code of Conduct and all classroom rules when using my device

I will demonstrate RESPECT by:

• Following all of the rules even when a teacher is not watching

• Encouraging my classmates to follow the rules

• Giving credit to the author of any words or pictures I use which aren’t mine

• Thinking before copying and pasting any pictures / content

• Making sure every activity I do on my device is school appropriate

• Not posting pictures / content which will embarrass me or anyone else OR for which I don’t have permission to post

• Not trying to log into anyone else's account

I will demonstrate ACCOUNTABLE by:

• Trying to problem-solve on my own after listening carefully to my teacher’s instructions

• Not becoming frustrated when my device isn’t working correctly

• Taking a break from my device if I feel the need to do so

I will show COURAGE by:

• Reporting immediately to my teacher if any part of my device is broken or doesn’t look/sound right

• Telling my teacher immediately if I see any pictures / content on my device which may be inappropriate

• Not sharing my password with anyone and logging out  of any site I have logged into  when I’m finished

• Not giving out any personal information about me, my family, or my friends (address, phone number, etc.) without my teacher’s permission

I will demonstrate KINDNESS for my device by:

• Keeping the screen, keys, and charger clean

• Treating my device like it is my own

• Returning the device in the same condition I received it

• Leaving IHE labels on the device

SAFEGUARDS FOR STUDENTS

Students will be allowed to access the Internet using their district credentials (Google single sign-on). This wireless connection will continue to have safeguards to ensure that inappropriate Internet content and sites are blocked.  Teachers will be presenting lessons in digital citizenship with their students which emphasizes online safety and protecting their digital footprint.  Please review Digital Safety and Citizenship with your student.  Common Sense Media has numerous resources for parents.

In addition to district-approved content, your child/children may use a variety of instructional websites and applications.   These tools have been vetted and approved by the school administration because of the learning opportunities they provide. Each of these resources offers students the opportunity to share their knowledge and understanding of a topic in a variety of ways including photos, drawing, text, and recorded voice. These tools allow us to teach and reinforce reading skills, math skills, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

Your student is required to maintain their device in good condition, reasonable wear and tear excepted.  You will take full responsibility for any damage from any nature or cause whatsoever to their device and will reimburse DCSD in full for the cost to repair or complete replacement of said equipment if it is damaged or destroyed while in possession.  Whether said equipment should be repaired or replaced and the cost of such repair or replacement will be at DCSD sole discretion.  Families will be notified of any charges incurred to repair devices, and payment for damages may be required. 

I understand that if my device breaks, or if I make poor choices while using my device, that I will lose the privilege of my device for a period of time.   My teacher, along with administration, will decide any other consequences based on the IHE Behavior Protocol.

I understand the responsibilities of using a Chromebook/iPad  as an educational resource at Iron Horse Elementary and give permission for my child access to school technology (devices, websites, and applications) while a student at Iron Horse Elementary.