IT Agreement

IT Agreement

• I will only use school IT equipment for school purposes.

• I will not download or install software on school IT equipment.

• I will only log on to the school network, other school systems and resources using my own school username and password.

• I will not reveal my passwords to anyone other than a parent/carer.

• I will not use my personal email address or other personal accounts on school IT equipment.

• I will make sure that all my electronic communications are responsible and sensible.

• I understand that everything I search for, access, post or receive online can be traced now and in the future. My activity can be monitored and logged and if necessary shared with teachers, parents/carers and the police. I know it is essential that I build a good online reputation.

• I will not browse, download, upload or forward material that could be considered offensive or illegal. If I accidentally come across any such material I will report it immediately to a member of staff if I am in school, or parent/carer if I am not in school.

• I will not give out my own or other’s personal information, including: name, phone number, home address, interests, schools or clubs or any personal image. I will report immediately any request for personal information, to a member of staff if I am in school or parent/carer if I am not in school.

• I will never post photographs, videos or livestream without the permission of all parties involved.

• I will not upload any images, videos, sounds or words that could upset, now or in the future, any member of the school community, as this is cyberbullying.

• I will be respectful to everyone online; I will treat everyone the way that I want to be treated. I will ensure that all my online activity, both in and outside school, will not cause distress to anyone in the school community or bring the school into disrepute.

• I will not respond to hurtful behaviour online but will report it. I have the right to block and will say no to any inappropriate or upsetting request.

• I will respect the privacy and ownership of others’ work online and will adhere to copyright at all times.

• I will not attempt to bypass the internet filtering system in school.

• I will not assume that new technologies can be brought into school and will check with staff before bringing in any device.

• I will not lie about my age in order to sign up for age inappropriate games, apps or social networks.

• I understand that not everything I see or hear online is true, accurate or genuine. I also know that some people on the internet are not who they say they are and may have ulterior motives for assuming another identity that will put me at risk. I will gain permission from parents/carers before arranging to meet someone I only know on the internet.

• I understand that these rules are designed to keep me safe now and in the future. If I break the rules, teachers will investigate, I may be disciplined and my parents/carers may be contacted. If I break the law the police may be informed.

• I will not damage IT equipment, and respect that other students rely on these systems working. If I find any damage I will report it to a member of staff.

• I will not tamper with IT equipment, including unplugging mice, keyboards, monitors and other cables. If I find a workstation is not working I will report it to a member of staff.

• I understand that my parents/carer may be liable if I have damaged equipment.

• I understand that access to IT equipment is a privilege and can be revoked either partial or in full if I breach any of the agreement.