Introduction

Acceptable Use Policy
for
St. Paul's Primary School

 ➤Introduction

The Acceptable Use Policy for St. Paul's Primary School is enacted by the Technology Committee to provide the parents, teachers and students with guidelines for the use of technology.  Those in the community will be made aware of the policy, and be educated on the terms and conditions of the policy.  Code of conduct will be posted on the walls of the school, on the bulletin boards, posted on the school's website and will be read and signed. All users should have an entitlement to safe internet use and access at all times.  

➤Purpose

The St. Paul's Primary School recognises the use of information technology to enhance learning is a move in the right direction.  The technology team has developed a policy that will ensure

- That all staff members, students and parents will be responsible users.

- That all users will stay safe while using all forms of technology whether for personal, educational or recreational use.

- That because of an awareness of the policy it will guide responsible and productive use.

-  That all person are clear of the rules, guidelines and the consequences associated with the acceptable and non-acceptable use of the school's system.

➤Staff Acceptable Use Policy➤

Statements of Agreement

•  I understand that I must use the school technology and software systems in a responsible way. This will ensure that there is no risk to myself and the students and to the security of the systems.
•   Because I recognise the value of the use of technology enhances learning, I will ensure that my students gain from the opportunities of its use.
•  I recognise that I have a responsibility to educate my students in the safe use of technology
• I understand that the school's technology which includes its hardware, software and network systems are intended for educational use and therefore only use the systems for personal and recreational use within the rules and policies set down by the school.
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• I understand that the school will monitor my use

Unacceptable Use

Using the computer mainly for personal use and not to enhance the learning of my students

Visit websites that may contain pornographic, hateful, or illegal content.

Not correcting or reporting a student who has displayed the unacceptable use of the system.

Have not reported the damages or malfunction of a piece of equipment


Responses to Violations

• A teacher will receive a verbal warning.
• They will then be given a written warning which will be copied to the principal and placed on file.
• The teacher may be prevented from using the computer system for a specified period of time.  The password can be removed from the system and only the IT coordinator can set up technology for the defenders class.
• All rights of the teacher can be taken away if there are consistent abuse, negligence and damage to equipment. This will be preceded by a letter explaining the offence in explicit terms.
• In the case of deliberate damage to equipment, the teacher can be billed to replace the equipment.

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Teacher Name (Please Print)


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Teacher Signature


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Date

➤Student Acceptable Use Policy➤

➜Acceptable  Use

• I understand that I must use the school system in a responsible way. To ensure that  I do not damage or do anything to cause harm to myself or others.
• I understand that the school will be aware of everything I do on the system.
• I understand the password is only for me. It should not be shared with anyone neither should I use another person's password.
• I understand that I should not share personal information about myself or others while online.
• All messages received online should be reported.
• I understand that I should not communicate with anyone outside of the students and staff of my school.
• I understand that I must seek permission to use the system for personal use. 
• I understand that the system is mainly used for educational purposes.
• I understand that I must respect the work of others and must not erase, copy, open or change their work or property.
• I understand that when I communicate with my classmates and members of the student body that I should be polite and not use aggressive or inappropriate language. 
• I understand that I do not have permission to bring to school my personal device and use it without permission.
• I understand that I must not download any games, programmes or such like on the school's system without the permission of my teacher.

➜Non Acceptable Use
- Giving out passwords assigned to other students and members of the community.

- Using aggressive or abusive language while using the system.

- Intentionally damaging equipment or downloading software and games without permission.

- Interfering with the work of others by either erasing, copying, opening or changing their work.

- Bring personal devices to school and using them on the school' network without permission.

- Using the system for personal use with permission.

➟Response to Violations
- Students will be warned twice for violation.  The first warning will be verbal and the second warning will be a written to the child and the parent. This will include a signature to ensure that the parent is aware of the warning.

- The student will be removed from using the system without direct teacher supervision.

-  The student can be removed from the system for an appointed period of time.

-  The student can lose all access to the system. Their password can be cancelled and they will not be given permission to use any of the school's equipment.

-  In the case of deliberate damage and repeated warnings, the parents of the student will be given the financial responsibility to repair the damage.

As a parent, I have read the AUP and I understand that technology is provided for educational purposes and that student use for any other purpose is inappropriate.
I understand that children's computer activities at home should be supervised as they can affect the academic environment at school.

I understand and will support my child in honouring and obeying the rules set in the AUP.  I am aware and am in agreement that if my child breaches this agreement the consequences could be a suspension of computer privileges or another appropriate form of discipline.

I hereby give permission for my child to use technology resources in St. Paul's Primary School. 


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Parent / Guardian Name (Please Print)                   Student  Name (Please Print)


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Parent / Guardian Signature                                     Student Signature


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Date                                                                          Date

Acceptable Policy 

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Other Users

When any other person enters the school compound and signs onto the network, they will be asked to read a simple policy on their device.  The policy will outline the basic rules for using the network and a box to click.  This will signify that they agree to the terms and conditions. Those persons who are using a device owned by the school will be shown the policy displayed in the computer lab.  They will be asked to read and agree to the terms before proceeding.

- I understand that I am connected to the system of St. Paul's Primary School and my activity can be monitored.

- All language used should be polite and professional.

- I understand that I should not damage any of the devices or download information without first seeking permission.

- I will take due care and attention when using any device belonging to the school.  All damages should be reported immediately

  I agree with the terms and conditions of this policy

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            User