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The following rules and policies have been excerpted from Milford
Public Schools 2004-2005 Elementary Parent and Student Handbook,
pages 10 to 11:
Computer Use. (6141.321)
Computers: Acceptable Use of the Internet/Intranet
The Internet/Intranet, a global electronic information infrastructure, is a
network of networks used by educators, businesses, the government,
and numerous organizations. Intranet is a private Internet operating on
the school district's internal network. The Board of Education believes
that the Internet/Intranet is a valuable tool that should be used in
schools to educate and inform students, much like books , magazines,
video, CD-ROM and other informational sources. The Board endorses
student use of the Internet/Intranet for the learning and research which
enhances information available through other mediums. This includes
participation in distance learning activities, asking questions of and
consulting experts, communication with other students and individuals,
and locating material to meet the educational needs of the students of
the Milford Public Schools.
While the Internet/Intranet can provide students with a vast array of
educational and informational resources, it can also be a window
through which students can access information which is neither
pertinent to nor appropriate for an educational setting. The availability of
such electronic information does not imply endorsement by the Board of
Education of its content nor of the use of such information by students
and staff. It is important to give student assistance and guidance in
accessing information which is beneficial to their education and equally
important to recognize that total monitoring of students' access to the
Internet/Intranet would be impossible. Therefore, individual users of the
Milford Public School Network are responsible for their use of the
network and are expected to use it responsibly.
To ensure appropriate usage, the administration will establish
guidelines for student exploration and use of information with respect to
intellectual property, illegal uses of the network and conditions of usage.
The guidelines strive to preserve students' rights to examine and use
information to meet the educational goals and objectives of the District.
In addition, the district shall take steps, such as using filtering programs
to block access to objectionaable material, access controls and
supervision by staff to monitor and/or restrict access to the electronic
informational resources.
In recognition of the potential for improper use of the Internet/Intranet in
the educational setting, the Board requires that students and staff who
use the Internet/Intranet comply with the following Policies, as well as
comply with any guidelines for use promulgated by the administration:
1. The use of the Internet/Intranet is a privilege. As the owner of both the
hardware and software that is available, the Milford Public Scools may
withhold this privilege. Failure to adhere to the established guidelines
may result in the loss of Internet access, disciplinary action and or
referral to legal authorities.
2. Use of the Internet/Intranet must be in support of education and
research consistent with the educational goals and objectives of the
Milford Public Schools.
3. Users must not reveal personal information about themselves or
others, including, but not limited to, the following: home address,
telephone numbers, password, social security number or credit card
number.
4. Users will comply with all state, federal and local laws, including
copyright laws and laws prohibiting harassment by computer.
5. Users must not interfere with others' work or with the performance of
the computer(s), both hardware and software. Prohibited actions
include, but are not limited to, the following: attempting to illicitly obtain
or use password or screen names, entering closed areas of the
network, introducing computer viruses or committing acts of vandalism
and/or any attempt to harm or destroy data of another user.
6. Users may not establish any official representation of the school or
school district (i.e., Internet home page) without obtaining prior approval
of school administration.
7. Each user will abide by the Generally Accepted Rules of Etiquette and
Applicable School Policies, which include, but are not limited, to the
following:
* Use appropriate language. Do not write or send abusive messages or
those which contain vulgarities.
* Chain letters and pyramid schemes (chain letters with money) are
illegal.
* Bulk posting to individuals or groups to overload the system (i.e.,
"spamming") is prohibited.
* Using the Internet to harass or embarrass someone.
To ensure that only authorized staff and students who understand the
bounds of permitted use will have access to the Internet/Intranet, Milford
Public Schools must obtain the written permission of a student's parent
or legal guardians before the student may access the computers
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