1.1 Receiving Your Mobile Device
• Mobile Devices will be distributed upon the student's first day at the school building and signs the Paterson Public Schools Mobile Device Agreement Form.
• Please note the Paterson Public Schools Mobile Device Agreement Form must be read and signed by both the parent(s)/Guardian(s) and the pupil.
1.2 Mobile Device Check-in
• If a student transfers out of Paterson Public Schools during the school year, the Mobile Device, charger and any other peripheral provided will be returned at that time.
• If a student fails to return the Mobile Device, charger and any other peripheral provided at the end of the school year or upon termination of enrollment, that student will be subject to criminal prosecution or civil liability. The student will also pay the replacement cost of the Mobile Device, charger, case, and any other peripheral provided. Failure to return the Mobile Device, charger and any other peripheral provided may possibly result in a filed theft report.
• If at any point during the school year there is damage, loss, or theft of a Mobile Device the student must contact their homeroom teacher and school administration immediately.
• Any technical issue with the Mobile Device must be brought to the attention of the school administration and the Department of Technology immediately. This includes but is not limited to: the Mobile Device OS (operating system), battery issues, loss of Internet connectivity, failure of apps to launch, etc.
• Any hardware/software repairs that are not due to misuse or damage will be covered without cost; however, any damage that appears intentional to the Mobile Device will require the user to pay the cost of sixty ($60.00) to cover the cost of a replacement Mobile Device.
• If the student does not pay the fee, a Mobile Device will be available to use at school during the school day, but the student will not be able to take the Mobile Device home.
• All reports of damage will be investigated and addressed on a case by case basis.
• Student's parent/guardian(s) must reimburse the school for any outstanding bills including, but not limited to lost, broken, destroyed, or unreturned school property or fees before the student is allowed to receive transcripts or high school diplomas. Parents and students with financial needs may discuss a payment plan and special needs with the school principal.
2. TAKING CARE OF YOUR MOBILE DEVICE
Students are responsible for the general care of the Mobile Device assigned to them. Mobile Devices that are broken or fail to work properly must be taken to the school Device Manager for an evaluation of the equipment. Students are responsible for backing up their data to protect from loss. Users of Paterson Public Schools technology have no rights, ownership, or expectations of privacy to any data that is, or was, stored on the Mobile Device, school network, or any school issued applications and are given no guarantees that data will be retained or destroyed.
• Mobile Devices are school property and all users will follow these guidelines and the Paterson Public Schools' Acceptable Use Policy for technology.
• Only use a clean, soft cloth to clean the screen, no cleansers of any type.
• Cords and cables must be inserted carefully into the Mobile Device to prevent damage.
• Mobile Devices and cases must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers, or labels that are not the property of the Paterson Public Schools.
• Mobile Devices must never be left in an unlocked locker, unlocked car or any unsupervised area.
• Students are responsible for keeping their Mobile Device's battery charged for school each day.
• Mobile Devices are very sensitive to extreme heat and extreme cold. Therefore, leaving them in cars, direct sunlight, etc. that may expose them to these conditions is potentially harmful to the Mobile Device and should be avoided.
• Do not stack any books, heavy materials, etc. on top of the Mobile Device as it could cause it to break.
The Mobile Device screen can be damaged if subjected to rough treatment. The screens are extremely sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen.
• Do not lean on the top of the Mobile Device when it is closed.
• Do not place anything near the Mobile Device that could put pressure on the screen.
• Do not place anything in a backpack or carrying case that will press against the cover.
• Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth or anti-static cloth.
• Do not "bump" the Mobile Device against lockers, walls, car doors, floors, etc. as it will eventually break the screen.
• Do not carry the Mobile Device by the screen.
• Do not throw or sling backpacks containing the Mobile Device.
• Do not close the Mobile Device with pens/pencils, etc. on the keyboard as the screen could be damaged.
3. USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE AT SCHOOL
Mobile Devices are intended for use at school each day. In addition, to teacher expectations for the Mobile Device use, school messages, announcements, calendars, and schedules may be accessed using the Mobile Device. It is the student's responsibility to bring their Mobile Device to all classes, unless specifically instructed not to do so by their teacher(s).
3.1 Mobile Devices Left at Home
• If students leave their Mobile Device at home, they are responsible for getting the course work completed as if they had their Mobile Device present.
• If a student repeatedly (three or more times as determined by any staff member) leaves their Mobile Device at home, they may be placed in the "loaner program" -meaning they will check out a Mobile Device in the morning and return it at the end of the school day (time to be determined by school). Students in the "Loaner" program will not take their Mobile Device home. If a student leaves their Mobile Device at home for two consecutive days, they may be required to bring in the Mobile Device and have a mandatory inspection of said MobileDevice.
• Students may come off the "Loaner" program after period of time (set by the teacher or administrator), the Mobile Device will be returned for student use at home. If this incident occurs again, the student may be referred to the school principal.
3.2 Mobile Devices Undergoing Repair
• Loaner Mobile Devices may be used by students when they leave their Mobile Device for repair. Please note that there may be a delay in getting a Mobile Device should the school not have enough to distribute.
• Loaner Mobile Devices must remain at school as part of the "Loaner" program-loaner Mobile Devices will not be sent home with students.
• Loaner Mobile Devices will only be issued for use in school until all costs of replacement have been paid should there be any cost associated with repairs.
3.3 Charging Your Mobile Device Battery
• Mobile Devices must be brought to school each day in a fully charged condition. Students need to charge their Mobile Devices each evening.
• Repeat violators may be subject to disciplinary action and result in phone calls home and/or referrals to school administration.
• In cases where use of the Mobile Device has caused batteries to become discharged, students may be able to connect their Mobile Device to a power outlet in class.
3.4 Photo Library/Screensavers/Background Photos
• Inappropriate media should not be on the Mobile Device and may not be used as a screensaver or background photo.
• Presence of guns, weapons, pornographic materials, inappropriate language, alcohol, drug, and gang related symbols or pictures will result in disciplinary actions and may also result in a loss of Mobile Device privileges.
• Photos/videos require a large amount of storage space on the Mobile Device. Only photos that are for an educational purpose should be saved to the Mobile Device. All other photos/videos should not be taken or stored.
3.5 Sound, Music, Games, or Programs
• Sound must be muted at all times unless permission is obtained from the teacher for instructional purposes or the teacher allows for headphone use.
• Data Storage on the Mobile Device is limited and should be managed by the students so that the full educational potential of the Mobile Device is available.
• Students may be directed by school personnel to remove pictures, music, videos if the storage of instructional materials is compromised.
• Only music/sound files that are obtained legally for educational purposes are allowed.
• Students are allowed to set-up access to home wireless networks on their Mobile Devices. This will assist students with the ability to complete, retrieve, access, etc. educational content used in classes with the Mobile Device successfully. It is not the responsibility of Paterson Public Schools to assist students in accessing any network outside of the school environment.
• To protect students, software is installed on the Paterson Public Schools network, and on the student 1:1 Mobile Devices that will filter or block any content deemed inappropriate or harmful by Paterson Public Schools. The software will filter web content when the 1:1 Mobile Device is on or off of the Paterson Public Schools network. Web content filters are not 100% accurate and sometimes allow access to content that should be blocked. If a teacher, parent, guardian, or student sees questionable content on a Paterson Public Schools assigned Mobile Device, they will need to contact school administration or the Paterson Public Schools Technology Department immediately. There may be times that the Paterson Public Schools filter is not accessible outside of the network due to maintenance, or reasons beyond the control of the Paterson Public Schools Technology Department. Should this happen, the student 1:1 Mobile Device will not be able to access the Internet during that time.
4. MANAGING YOUR FILES & SAVING YOUR WORK
4.1 Saving to the Mobile Device
• Students will save work to their @students.patersonschools.org Google accounts via the Mobile Device.
• Storage space will be available on the Mobile Device, but since it has storage limitations, it is vital that the storage space be privileged for educational use only. It is also important to note that Mobile Devices will NOT be backed up by the school district in cases of resetting or reimaging.
• It is the student's responsibility to ensure that their work is saved and, therefore, not lost due to mechanical failure or accidental deletion.
• Mobile Device malfunctions are not an acceptable excuse for not submitting work.
Paterson Public Schools makes no guarantee that their network will be up and running 100% of the time. In the case that the network is down, the school district will not be responsible for lost or missing data. Students will not be penalized if the network is down and a completed assignment cannot be accessed for class projects, presentations, etc. as this type of network outage will affect all students and staff in the school building.
5. SOFTWARE ON MOBILE DEVICES
5.1 Originally Installed Software
The Extensions/ Apps originally installed by Paterson Public Schools must remain on the Mobile Device in usable condition and be easily accessible at all times. From time to time, the school may add software applications for use in a particular course.
Any attempt to deprovision the Mobile Device or change the configuration will result in an immediate disciplinary action and loss of Mobile Device privileges.
• Students may be selected at random to provide their Mobile Device for inspection.
• Reasons for Mobile Device inspection may include but are not limited to the following: functionality, maintenance, serviceability, and various violations of student acceptable responsibilities when using the Mobile Device.
5.4 Procedure for Reloading Software
• If technical difficulties occur or illegal software are discovered, the Mobile Device may be restored from backup. The school does not accept responsibility for the loss of any software or documents deleted due to a need to reformat and/or re-image any Mobile Device.
• Students are highly encouraged to save of all Mobile Device documents and work as identified in Section 4 above.
• Students are highly encouraged to manage their saved data to ensure that enough space is available for school created content.
• Apps installed from the administration console will not need updates.
• The Mobile Device OS (Operating Software) updates automatically; however, students may need to periodically check the Mobile Device to ensure the OS is up-to-date. If the OS is out of date, they should notify their school Device Manager so that the Mobile Device should be updated.
• Students should not attempt to update the software on their own.
6. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS
6.1 Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
• Talk to your child/children about values and the standards that your child/children should follow on the use of the Internet just as you do on the use of all media information sources such as television, telephones, movies, and radio.
• Become increasingly active participants by asking your child/children to show you what sites they are navigating to and/or what apps are being used and how they work.
• The following resources will assist in promoting positive conversation(s) between you and your child/children regarding digital citizenship as it relates to Internet safety, conduct, and Netiquette:
• Ensure that siblings and other family members are not using the Mobile Device for personal use.
6.2 School Responsibilities
• Provide Internet and online material access to its students while on school grounds.
• Provide Internet filtering and blocking of inappropriate materials as able.
• Paterson Public Schools reserves the right to review, monitor, and restrict information stored on or transmitted through or on a Paterson Public Schools' owned Mobile Device and to investigate inappropriate use of resources.
• Paterson Public Schools will monitor all online student activity in school, at home or any other location that the student uses the Mobile Device through content filtering software. If explicit or self-harm content is accessed, the monitoring software will alert the school administration and they will take appropriate action.
• Provide staff guidance to aid students in doing research and help ensure student compliance of the acceptable use policy.
6.3 Students are responsible for:
• Using Mobile Devices in a responsible and ethical manner.
• Obeying general school rules concerning behavior and communication that apply to technology use.
• Using all technology resources in an appropriate manner so as to not damage school equipment. Taking a proactive role to aid Paterson Public Schools in the protection of Mobile Devices/computer systems by contacting an administrator about any security problems they may encounter.
• Complying with trademark and copyright laws and all license agreements. Ignorance of the law is not immunity. If you are unsure, ask a teacher or parent.
• Plagiarism is a violation of the Paterson Public Schools Code of Conduct. Give credit to all sources used whether quoted or summarized. This includes all forms of media on the Internet, such as graphics, movies, music, and text.
• Using or possessing hacking software is strictly prohibited. Violation of applicable state or federal law may result in criminal prosecution or disciplinary action by the school district.
• If a student should receive messages containing inappropriate or abusive language or if the subject matter is questionable, he/she is to make a teacher or administrator aware immediately.
• Students who graduate early, withdraw, are suspended or expelled, or terminate enrollment at Paterson Public Schools for any other reason, must return their individual school Mobile Device and other peripherals on/or before the date of termination.
• Monitoring all activity on their account(s).
Students MAY NOT engage in any conduct that violates this Acceptable Use Policy or the Code of Student Conduct.
For example, a student MAY NOT:
• Sign out of their @students.patersonschools.org Mobile Device to allow any other google account to log onto the device;
• Bypass or attempt to bypass Paterson Public School's filtering software;
• Swear, use vulgarities, or any other inappropriate language in any electronic communication;
• Access web pages or Internet content that is inconsistent with the educational objective of Paterson Public Schools;
• Participate in cyberbullying which is defined as the use of electronic media to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual or group with the intention of physically or psychologically intimidate others;
• Participate in sexting which is defined as sending sexually explicit or sexually suggestive photographs or videos of themselves or other to their peers;
• Use the network/internet for any illegal activity, including violation of copyright law, violation of contracts, or transmitting any material in violation of any federal, state or local law;
• Send, receive, view, or download illegal or otherwise prohibited material via Paterson Public Schools computer system;
• Install or download media, without authorization, to any Paterson Public Schools or non-Paterson Public Schools electronic Mobile Devices while connected to the Paterson Public Schools network;
• Use Paterson Public Schools computer system for private financial or commercial gain or advertising;
• Use resources wastefully (e.g. bandwidth, file space, paper, and ink/toner) or fail to respect the Paterson Public Schools resource limits;
• Gain unauthorized access to resources or entities;
• Post material authored or created by another without his or her consent;
• Submit, post, publish or display any obscene, profane, threatening, illegal, or other inappropriate material;
• Use Paterson Pubic Schools computer system while access privileges are suspended or revoked;
• Vandalize Paterson Public Schools computer system, including, but not limited to, modifying or rearranging keyboards, individual key caps, any other peripheral equipment, or destroying data by creating or spreading viruses and/or by any other means;
• Forge, intercept, or interfere with electronic mail messages;
• Post personal contact information about oneself or others including, without limitation, name, address, telephone, school/work address, without the prior written approval of the school principal or other designee of Paterson Public Schools;
• Use Paterson Public Schools computer system to disrupt others;
• Read, modify or delete data owned by others; and
• Violate any School Board policy or procedure or the Code of Student Conduct while using the Mobile Device.
• Students will be held responsible for maintaining their individual Mobile Device and keeping them in good working order.
• Mobile Device batteries must be charged and ready for school each day.
• Only labels or stickers approved by the Paterson Public Schools may be applied to the Mobile Device.
• Mobile Devices that malfunction or are damaged must be reported to the school IT point-of-contact. The school district will be responsible for repairing Mobile Devices that malfunction. Mobile Devices that have been damaged from student misuse, neglect or are intentionally damaged will be repaired with cost being borne by the student. Students will be responsible for the entire cost of repairs to Mobile Devices that are intentionally damaged or lost.
• Mobile Device damage: Students may be responsible for any and all damage as circumstances warrant.
• Mobile Devices should be stored in students' lockers (or other designated area in the school). It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the Mobile Device is in a safe and secure location.
• Mobile Devices that are stolen must be reported immediately to the school administration and the Paterson Public Schools Department of Security and the Department of Technology.
If a student violates any part of the policies, procedures, expectations outlined in this document, the Code of Student Conduct or school district policies, he/she will be disciplined in accordance with our discipline policy (outlined in the Code of Student Conduct and the Acceptable Use Policy).
6.7 No Expectation of Privacy
No Privacy Rights Students who use the District's computers/internet/District network/technology/Mobile Device are charged with recognizing that the District Administration does have the authority to intercept any and all messages transmitted to or from, or any information present on, the District's computers/internet/network/technology/Mobile Device, and that there will be no privacy rights construed by the District to exist in any such messages or information, or in any other use of the District's computers/internet/District network/technology/Mobile Device.
7. PROTECTING AND STORING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE
7.1 Mobile Device Identification
The school district will maintain a log of all Mobile Devices including: Mobile Device serial number, asset tag code, name and ID number of the student assigned to the Mobile Device. Each student will be assigned the same Mobile Device for the duration of the 1:1 period in their school. They will be collected at the end of each school year.
7.2 Storing Your Mobile Device
• When students are not using their Mobile Device, they should be stored in their locked lockers (or other designated area in the school). It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the Mobile Device is in a safe and secure location.
7.3 Mobile Devices Left in Unsupervised Areas
• Under no circumstances should a Mobile Device be left in unsupervised areas. Unsupervised areas include the school grounds and campus, the lunchroom, computer lab, locker rooms, library, unlocked classrooms, and hallways.
• Any Mobile Device left in these areas is in danger of being stolen. If a Mobile Device is found in an unsupervised area, it will be taken to the main office and may result in disciplinary action. The student will be responsible for reimbursement of any Mobile Device that is stolen while left unattended.
8. ACTIONS REQUIRING DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
As mentioned throughout this document, misuse of Mobile Devices has the potential to earn disciplinary consequences such as, but not limited to, lunch detentions, after-school detentions, In-School Suspensions, and O ut-of-School Suspensions.
Examples of conduct warranting disciplinary action include, but are not limited to the following:
• Downloading inappropriate apps and media
• Leaving Mobile Device unattended
• Deleting school installed settings from a Mobile Device
• Lack of adequate care for Mobile Device, case, charger, etc
• Defacing Mobile Device with stickers, labels, markers, pens, etc
• Resetting Mobile Device to factory defaults
• Placing Mobile Device in developer mode
• Adjusting settings on someone else's Mobile Device
• Adding a credit card to a Google Account (Google Wallet) to purchase music/unapproved apps
• Logging in under personal Google account to download purchased apps for yourself or another student(s)
• Leaving Mobile Device at home. Lack of preparation for classes
• Loaning of student Mobile Device to other students inside and outside of school
• Multiple instances of damage caused by lack of care for the Mobile Device and other peripheral Mobile Devices
• Tiers of offenses for loss or damage to device, at the discretion of building administration:
1st offense: Cost sharing for device repair and probation
2nd offense: Loss of take-home privileges
3rd offense: Suspension of all device privileges
School issued Mobile Devices should be used for educational purposes and students are to adhere to the ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY and all of its corresponding administrative procedures at all times. While working in a digital and collaborative environment, students should always conduct themselves as good digital citizens by adhering to the following:
• Respect Yourself. I will show respect for myself through my actions. I will select on line names that are appropriate. I will use caution with the information, images, and other media that I post online. I will carefully consider what personal information about my life, experiences, or relationships I post. I will not be obscene. I will act with integrity.
• Protect Yourself. I will ensure that the information, images, and materials I post online will not put me at risk. I will not publish my personal details, contact details, or a schedule of my activities. I will report any attacks or inappropriate behavior directed at me while online. I will protect passwords, accounts, and resources.
• Respect Others. I will show respect to others. I will not use electronic mediums to antagonize, bully, harass, or stalk people. I will show respect for other people in my choice of websites. I will not visit sites that are degrading to others, pornographic, racist, or inappropriate. I will not enter other people's private spaces or areas.
• Protect Others. I will protect others by reporting abuse and not forwarding inappropriate materials or communications. I will avoid unacceptable materials and conversations.
• Respect Intellectual Property. I will suitably cite all use of websites, books, media, etc. I will acknowledge all primary sources. I will validate information. I will use and abide by the fair use rules.
• Protect Intellectual Property. I will request to use the software and media others produce. I will purchase, license, and register all software or use available free and open source alternatives rather than pirating software. I will purchase my music and media and refrain from distributing these in a manner that violates their licenses.
10. WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES
• Be aware of what you post online. Website and social media venues are very public. What you contribute leaves a digital footprint for all to see. Do not post anything you wouldn't want friends, enemies, parents, teachers, future colleges, or employers to see.
(THINK, is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, Kind?)
• Follow the school's Student Code of Conduct when writing on line. It is acceptable to disagree with other's opinions; however, do it in a respectful way. Make sure that criticism is constructive and not hurtful. What is inappropriate in the classroom is inappropriate online.
• Be safe online. Never give out personal information, including, but not limited to, last names, phone numbers, addresses, exact birth dates, and pictures. Do not share your password with anyone besides your teachers and parents.
• Linking to other websites to support your thoughts and ideas is recommended. However, be sure to read and review the entire website prior to linking to ensure that all information is appropriate for a school setting.
• Do your own work! Do not use other people's intellectual property without their permission. Be aware that it is a violation of copyright law to copy and paste other's thoughts (plagiarism). It is good practice to hyperlink to your sources.
• Be aware that pictures may also be protected under copyright laws. Verify that you have permission to use the image.
• How you represent yourself online is an extension of yourself. Do not misrepresent yourself by using someone else's identity.
• Online work should be well written. Follow writing conventions including proper grammar, capitalization, and punctuation. If you edit someone else's work, be sure it is in the spirit of improving the writing.
• If you run across inappropriate material that makes you feel uncomfortable or is not respectful, tell your teacher or trusted adult right away.
• You will have access to YouTube. You are expected to use it for school provided/related links only.
11. SUMMARY OF STUDENT MOBILE DEVICE AGREEMENT
Paterson Public Schools is proud and pleased to be able to begin to offer students Mobile Devices for their academic use. Mobile Devices offer mobility and the ability to take them home to complete work for school. Students who are issued a Mobile Device must agree to the following terms and conditions:
• Mobile Devices are the property of the Paterson Public Schools and may only be used for educational purposes. It may only be used by the student to whom it is assigned. The student must understand and agree that he/she has no expectation of privacy in materials sent, received, or stored on the Mobile Device. The School Board is not responsible for malfunction of the Mobile Device, nor any unauthorized charge or fee resulting from the use of the Mobile Device.
Note: No Internet filter is 100% effective. A filter may still allow information that is objectionable or potentially offensive to students to be accessed. Students need to report sites that should potentially be blocked to their teacher.
• Mobile Devices may be taken home or to other locations after-school hours by the student. However, the student is responsible at all times for its care and appropriate use. The student understands that he/she is being issued the original power supply for the Mobile Device. No additional power supply will be provided for the student by the division. Replacement of lost, damaged, or stolen power supplies are the sole responsibility of the student.
• Students assigned a Mobile Device must have a signed copy of the Paterson Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy on file.
• Students assigned a Mobile Device MUST notify their teacher immediately if the Mobile Device is lost or stolen. If the student fails to notify the teacher, he/she will be responsible for damage caused by such failure, including, but not limited to, any damages caused by the breach of the school system's network server or the loss of confidential information.
• Mobile Devices are configured to be used on the school network. The Department of Technology will not be able to assist students at their homes in order to connect it to other Internet providers.
• Students must periodically check Mobile Devices for updates. All Mobile Devices must be turned in at the end of the school year.
• Division and school policies regarding appropriate use, data protection, computer misuse, and safety must be adhered to by the user. Please refer to Paterson Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy 2361. No software Apps or applications may be installed on division Mobile Devices by the student.
• Loss or damage to the Mobile Device resulting from misuse, neglect, or abuse will require that the student reimburse the school division.
