Technology

This section provides information about technology policies and procedures and its appropriate use. It includes "bring your own device" (BYOD), cell phone use, and social media expectations.

Students and their parents understand that using the Internet and other technology within Juan Diego Catholic High School is a privilege and not a right. This privilege may be suspended or revoked by the school at any time if a student does not follow the terms of the Juan Diego Catholic High School Acceptable Use Policy. Students agree to keep their password confidential and to properly log-off the computer before leaving their workstation. Students agree to never let anyone else use their account. They indicate this understanding by signing the Acceptable Use Policy.

By reading and signing the Acceptable Use Policy, by hand or electronically, students and their parents indicate they understand and agree to abide by the policies set forth.

Purpose

Technology is a valuable and real-world educational tool. Our schools are committed to teaching its students and staff (faculty, administrators, staff, coaches, volunteers, and school community) to work and to learn effectively with technology and to ensure responsible use of technology. The policy outlined below applies to all technology use including but not limited to Internet use. The Acceptable Use Policy for Technology applies to all students, staff or community members allowed access to school technology resources. In some cases, outside or personal uses of technology may be applicable under this policy.

Scope of Use

We recognize that the digital world allows any time, anywhere access. Uses mentioned in this policy apply to inside school use and may in certain instances apply to personal technology use, and/or uses outside of school. Where personal outside use of technology threatens a likelihood of substantial disruption in school, these activities may be viewed as a violation of this document and may be subject to disciplinary measures. The types of electronic and digital communications / use referenced in this document include but are not limited to, social networking sites, artificial intelligence (AI), cell phones, digital cameras, text messaging, email, voice over IP,  GroupMe, chat rooms, and instant messaging.

Responsibilities of User

Our schools make every effort to provide a safe environment for learning with technology including Internet filtering and safeguards. The students, faculty, administrators, staff, and school community are granted the privilege of using computer hardware and software peripherals, and electronic communication tools including the Internet. With this privilege comes the responsibility for appropriate use and we embrace the following conditions or facets of being a digital citizen.

• Respect one's self. Users will select online names that are appropriate and will consider the information and images that are posted online.

• Respect others. Users will refrain from using technologies to bully, tease or harass other people.

• Protect one's self and others. Users will protect themselves and others by reporting abuse and not forwarding inappropriate materials or communications.

• Respect intellectual property. Users will suitably cite any and all use of websites, books, media, use of AI, etc.

• Protect intellectual property. Users will request to use the software and media others produce and protect license agreements for all software and resources.

• Protect physical property. Users of school equipment will protect it and keep it in the same working condition as it was issued/granted to the user or you are subject to fines for repair or replacement of equipment.

Unacceptable Uses

Use technology to harass, threaten, deceive, intimidate, offend, embarrass, or annoy any individual.

• Post, publish, or display any defamatory, inaccurate, violent, abusive, profane, or sexually explicit material. Users must not use obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, or threatening language. Users must not knowingly or recklessly post false information about any persons, students, staff, or any organization.

• Attempt to circumvent system security or use another individual’s password.

• Deliberately visit a site known for unacceptable material or any material that is not in support of educational objectives. Students must not access social networking sites or gaming sites except for educational purposes under staff supervision.

• Violate license agreements, copy disks, optical media, or other copyright-protected media.

• Use of technology for any illegal activity. Use of the Internet for commercial gains or profits is not allowed from an educational site.

• Breach of confidentiality obligations of school or system employees.

• Harm the goodwill and reputation of the school or system in the community.

• Transmit any material in violation of any local, federal or state laws. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, licensed material, and threatening or obscene material.

Administrative Rights

The school has the right to monitor both student and employee use of school computers and computer-accessed content. Due to the evolving nature of technology, the schools of the Skaggs Catholic Center, LLC reserve the right to amend or add to this policy at any time without notice.

Policy Violations

Violation of the above rules will be dealt with by the administration of the school. Violation of these rules may result in any or all of the following:

• For students, the loss of access to the school network, computers, and software, including Internet access as well as detentions/suspension, if applicable.

• Disciplinary action includes, but is not limited to, dismissal and/or legal action by the school, civil authorities, or other involved parties.