Click for the Acceptable Use Policy Grades 6-12

Laptops, tablets and personal electronic devices can be useful tools for education. Students using a laptop, tablet or personal electronic device in class and in study hall should do so in an effective way to enhance their learning experience, while not disrupting the learning experience of others. Students should adhere to the following guidelines for using laptops, iPads, and personal electronic devices in class and in study hall. Failure to comply with these rules could result in loss of privileges.

Students in grades 9-12 have iPads or MacBooks for educational purposes and many also have cell phones for communication purposes. These guidelines pertain to these devices.

Student Daily Responsibilities

1. Your iPad/MacBook should be updated to the most current operating system throughout the year.

2. Your iPad/MacBook should arrive at school everyday with a fully charged battery and a power adapter.

3. Your iPad/MacBook should always be in the case when not in use.

4. Your iPad/MacBook should always be placed on a stable and flat surface. Never place your device on the floor.

5. Your iPad/MacBook should never be left unattended.

6. Your iPad/MacBook should be labeled with student name.

Citizenship Use your iPad/MacBook as a responsible student

1. Read and follow Lipscomb Academy Acceptable Use Policy located in the student handbook.

2. Use your iPad/MacBook for teacher approved activities ONLY.

3. Students are only allowed to visit websites approved by the teacher or directly related to the topic the teacher assigns.

4. If a student accidentally goes to a website with inappropriate content, hit the back button and let the teacher know as soon as possible.

5. Your iPad/MacBook is the responsibility of the student. Do not allow anyone to use your iPad/MacBook. Students are not allowed to share without teacher approval.

6. Sound should be turned off unless directed otherwise by the the teacher.

Unacceptable Behavior

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1. Do not use the iPad/MacBook camera to take, forward, or view inappropriate pictures or movies.

2. Do not use the iPad/MacBook for capturing, forwarding, or viewing images of someone without their knowledge.

3. Do not take a picture or video of anyone without permission of a teacher.

4. Do not visit websites with inappropriate content.

5. Do not access or send email from another student’s email account.

6. Do not impersonate another person online.

7. Never delete history or intentionally try to cover up inappropriate use of the iPad/MacBook.

8. Do not jailbreak the iPad.

Cell Phones and Mobile Devices

To help our students manage their technology use, we will continue to provide, update and enhance our age-appropriate education regarding digital citizenship and healthy ways to use technology in daily life. Students are not allowed to send or receive texts or messages via cell phone, iMessage or any other app during the school day on any device.

1. Students are not allowed to use cell phones without teacher permission. Non-instructional, personal use of cell phones for students in grades 9-12 will be limited during the school day to the passing period between classes and the lunch period only, or when given specific permission by a teacher or administrator.

2. Students will be disciplined at school for inappropriate use of technology. Students are Lipscomb students 24 hours a day. The discipline ranges from demerits to suspension of the student, technology, or both.

3. Students using Social Media platforms (including but not limited to Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, etc.), gaming apps, or anything not school approved during the school day will automatically receive consequences. Subsequent violations may result in punishment such as in-school suspension, out of school suspension, or expulsion.