Computer Network Services -Code of Conduct
Definition of Users
Network Users refers to students, staff and others given access to the school network services.
Privileges
It is a user's privilege to:
* use available technology including network services in their daily learning.
* examine a broad range of opinions and ideas in the educational process including locate, use, and exchange information and ideas using network services.
* communicate with other individuals including those accessible using network services.
Responsibilities
Users have the responsibility to:
* use the Internet only under staff supervision
* use school district hardware and software competently and respectfully.
* learn to use the network services needed.
* monitor personal file space.
* follow all state and federal statutes regarding copyright and technology use.
* know and use Internet safety procedures
* use electronic information resources in a manner consistent with the Juneau School District educational program goals.
* maintain and respect the privacy of the user accounts and activities of all.
* follow the established guidelines for computer etiquette.
* report any violation to network services personnel.
Network Etiquette
Users of the Internet and the JSD Network must:
* Be polite. Do not be rude or abusive towards or about anyone, regardless of whether or not they are the recipients of a message or file.
* Use appropriate language. Do not use vulgar or profane language.
* Keep personal information confidential, except where its release is specifically authorized.
* Do not use any of the district's technology in a way that could disrupt use by others.
Unacceptable Uses
Users may not:
* damage or disrupt equipment or system performance.
* corrupt the data of another user.
* waste resources such as paper, time, or access for others.
* participate in any unauthorized access, of computer files or systems, including so-called "hacking", and other unlawful activities.
* invade the privacy of others by activities such as eavesdropping or reading someone else's mail or files.
* use or publish information about an account owned by another user.
* release personally identifiable information about a student in violation of the district's student records policy.
* harass or degrade any individual or group.
* post anonymous messages. use network services for any activity pertaining to weapons, injurious devices or substances except within the context of an approved educational activity.
* use the network services for any illegal activity such as violation of copyright, plagiarism, or other contractual use agreements.
* access, receive, display, or transmit any pornographic or lewd information.
* promote local state, or national political causes or candidates.
* promote religion or religious activities,
* participate in any activity that violates Board policy or local, state, or federal law.
Consequences
Users who violate these regulations will be subject to consequences set by school and District Policy 1540.
Discipline may include, but is not limited to:
* loss of computer and Internet privileges,
* suspension from school,
* expulsion from school.