Naugatuck Public Schools
User Agreement and Parental Permission Form
Student
Access to Networked Information
The Naugatuck Board of Education
recognizes that as telecommunications and other new technologies shift, the
ways that information may be accessed, communicated, and transferred
change. Those changes may alter
instruction and student learning.
The Board generally supports
access by students to rich information resources along with the development by
staff of appropriate skills to analyze and evaluate such resources.
In a free and democratic society,
access to information is a fundamental right of citizenship.
Network
Rules
Students are responsible for good
behavior on school computer networks, just as they are in school or while
attending school-sponsored activities.
Communications on the network are often public in nature and general
school rules for behavior and communication apply.
The network is provided for
students to conduct research and communicate with others. Independent access to network services
is provided to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible
manner and who have parental/guardian permission (for minors). Access is a privilege, not a right, and
such access entails responsibility.
During school, teachers of younger students will guide them toward
appropriate materials. Outside of
school, that responsibility shifts to parents/guardians.
Individual users of the district
computer networks are responsible for their behavior and communications over
the networks. It is presumed that
users will comply with district standards and will honor the agreements they
have signed.
The following are not
permitted:
·
Sending
or displaying offensive messages or pictures · Using obscene language
· Harassing, insulting, or attacking others · Damaging computers,
computer systems, or computer networks · Violating copyright laws
· Using others' passwords · Trespassing on others' folders, work,
or files · Intentionally wasting limited resources · Employing
the network for commercial purposes
The following sanctions may be
employed for students who misuse the network:
·
Loss
of access · Additional disciplinary action in line with existing
practice regarding inappropriate language or behavior · Involvement of law
enforcement agencies
User Agreement and
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
As a user of the Naugatuck Public
Schools computer network, I hereby agree to comply with the rules stated in
Administrative Regulation 6157R - communicating over
the network in a reliable fashion while honoring all relevant laws and
restrictions.
Student
Signature____________________________
As the parent or legal guardian of
the minor student signing above, I grant permission for my son or daughter to
access networked computer services including electronic mail and the
Internet. I understand that individuals
and families may be held liable for violations. I understand that some materials on the
Internet may be objectionable, but I accept responsibility for guidance of
Internet use - setting and conveying standards for my son or daughter to follow
when selecting, sharing, or exploring information and media.
Parent
Signature_____________________________
Date
______________________________________
Name of
Student_____________________________
School______________________
Grade_________
Street
Address_______________________________
Home Phone
________________________________
NOTE: Signed form must be returned
to the school prior to student use of network services.
Administrative Regulation 6157R is available in all school offices, as are all other
policies and regulations of the Naugatuck Board of Education.
Naugatuck Public Schools,
Phone: (203) 720-5265 FAX: (203) 720-5272
