Technology
Internet Acceptable Use (Diocesan Policy 4620)

I.  Acceptable Use

The use of the internet and related technologies must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives, purposes, and mission of the Catholic schools. Use of other organizations’ networks or computing resources must comply with the rules appropriate for these networks.

Individual users of the computer networks are responsible for their behavior and communications over those networks. It is imperative that users comply with the school’s standards and honor the agreements they have signed.

Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. School administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that students are using the system responsibly and consistent with the acceptable uses outlined herein. Users should expect that files stored on school servers will not be private.

A definite network etiquette is followed.

II. Unacceptable Use

The use of the Internet connection in the school is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those privileges. The Catholic school administrators will deem what is appropriate and inappropriate, and their decision is final. The following are not permitted:

Accessing, uploading, downloading, or distributing immoral pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit materials.

Sending or displaying unchristian, immoral, offensive, violent, pornographic, obscene or sexually explicit messages or pictures.

Using violent, abusive, obscene or sexually explicit language.

Harassing, insulting, or attacking others.

Damaging computers, computers systems, or computer networks or attempting to harm or destroy data of another user.

Violating copyright laws.

Unauthorized use of another’s password.

Trespassing in others’ folders, work or files.

Intentionally wasting resources.

Employing the network for commercial purposes.

Transmission of any material in violation of any federal, state or local law, regulation, rule or ordinance.

Additionally, malicious use of the network to develop programs that harass other users or infiltrate a computer or computing system and/or damages the software components of a computer or computing system is prohibited.

Consequences for Violations of the Privileges

The faculty, staff, or parents/guardians may request the administrator or designee to deny, revoke, or suspend a specific student user’s access to the Internet and related technologies due to unacceptable use. Additional disciplinary action may be taken at the school in accordance with existing disciplinary practice as stated in the school handbook and/or Diocesan policy. When applicable, law enforcement agencies may be involved.

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