Technology Resources Student Acceptable Use Policy
Lovejoy ISD
Technology Resources Student Acceptable Use Policy
Availability of Access
Access to the District’s electronic communication and data management systems, including without limit, its
telephone system, computer networks, electronic mail systems, video conferencing systems, and its Internet and
intranet access capabilities (referred to throughout as the “System”), shall be made available to students for
identified educational or medical purposes only.
telephone system, computer networks, electronic mail systems, video conferencing systems, and its Internet and
intranet access capabilities (referred to throughout as the “System”), shall be made available to students for
identified educational or medical purposes only.
Access to the System is a privilege, not a right. All users shall be required to acknowledge receipt and
understanding of all administrative regulations governing use of the system and shall agree in writing to comply
with such regulations and guidelines. Noncompliance with applicable regulations may result in suspension or
termination of privileges and other disciplinary action consistent with Board Policies. Violations of law may
result in prosecution as well as disciplinary action by the District.
understanding of all administrative regulations governing use of the system and shall agree in writing to comply
with such regulations and guidelines. Noncompliance with applicable regulations may result in suspension or
termination of privileges and other disciplinary action consistent with Board Policies. Violations of law may
result in prosecution as well as disciplinary action by the District.
System users may not gain unauthorized access to resources or information. Attempts to read, delete, copy, or
modify the electronic mail of other System users, interference with the ability of other System users to
send/receive electronic mail, or the use of another person’s user ID and/or password is prohibited. Users must
closely monitor their System passwords. Users should protect their password(s) to help ensure the security and
integrity of the System. In order to maintain the integrity of the System, users should not disclose their
passwords to any other person. No user should attempt to gain access to another user’s electronic mailbox,
telephone voicemail box, computer files, or Internet account. Unauthorized access or attempts to access the
System are strictly prohibited and will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
The loading of software to the System, including but not limited to, District managed hardware is considered a
violation of the Student AUP.
Any attempt to harm or destroy the System, District equipment or data, the data of another user of the District’s
System, or the data of any of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet, are prohibited.
Violating the integrity of the District’s System and/or data files or manipulating the District’s System and/or
data files without proper authorization is prohibited.
Students are prohibited from bypassing the District filters and security protocols. Attempts to degrade or disrupt
system performance are violations of Board Policy, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Student AUP and
may constitute unlawful activity under applicable State and Federal laws. Such prohibited activity includes, but
is not limited to, the uploading or creating of computer viruses and “hacking” into the data or system of another
user of the District’s System, or any of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet.
System users may not redistribute copyrighted programs or data except with the written permission of the
copyright holder or designee, unless permitted by the doctrine of fair use.
The District reserves the right to use the District’s System for purposes it sees fit and reserves the right to
monitor all activity on the System, including individual student user accounts.
Disclaimer of Liability
The District shall not be liable for a student’s inappropriate use of electronic communications resources or
violations of copyright restrictions or other laws, a student’s mistakes or negligence, and for any costs incurred
by a student through use of the System. The District shall not be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, age
appropriateness, or usability of any information found on the Internet. No warranties of any kind are offered
either expressed or implied.
violations of copyright restrictions or other laws, a student’s mistakes or negligence, and for any costs incurred
by a student through use of the System. The District shall not be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, age
appropriateness, or usability of any information found on the Internet. No warranties of any kind are offered
either expressed or implied.
Student Standards of Conduct
All students are required to abide by the Student Code of Conduct, District Policy, State and Federal laws, and
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the Student AUP when communicating with others. This communication includes, without limit,
communication with District employees or other students of the District, regardless of whether such
communication occurs through use of the System. Additionally, students are responsible for following the
Student Code of Conduct, District Policy, State and Federal laws, and the Student AUP when accessing the
Internet through use of the System, while on campus, and while at school sponsored events These same rules
apply using District sponsored websites, blogs, and Eduphoria. Furthermore, use of the District’s System
resources to access external, non-District approved blogs, micro-blogs, chat rooms, messaging services, or
social networking sites without first obtaining written permission from the designated campus administrator, is
strictly prohibited. Social networking sites include, but are not limited to, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter,
Flickr, Snap Chat and dating or match-making websites.
Students are required to follow the Student Code of Conduct and Board Policy regarding the use and possession
of personal telecommunications devices on school property and at school sponsored functions. [See Board
Policy FNCE (LOCAL)].
Violations Sanctions
Non-compliance with the Student AUP and/or District Policy may result in suspension of access, termination of
privileges, and/or other disciplinary action consistent with Board Policies and State or Federal law. [See Board
Policies FO series]. Additional disciplinary action may be determined at the building level in accordance with
the Student Code of Conduct. Violations of law may result in referral to law enforcement as well as disciplinary
action by the District. Persons whose violations of the Student AUP result in system disruption or damage may
be responsible for reimbursement of costs incurred in system restoration.
privileges, and/or other disciplinary action consistent with Board Policies and State or Federal law. [See Board
Policies FO series]. Additional disciplinary action may be determined at the building level in accordance with
the Student Code of Conduct. Violations of law may result in referral to law enforcement as well as disciplinary
action by the District. Persons whose violations of the Student AUP result in system disruption or damage may
be responsible for reimbursement of costs incurred in system restoration.
Monitored Use
Electronic mail transmissions and other use of the System by students are not private and may be monitored,
reviewed, audited, intercepted, accessed, or disclosed at any time by designated District staff to ensure
appropriate use.
reviewed, audited, intercepted, accessed, or disclosed at any time by designated District staff to ensure
appropriate use.
One level of security Lovejoy ISD has implemented is the installation of an Internet filtering service. Students
may not disable, or attempt to disable, any Internet filtering service. In addition, all students will receive
classroom instruction regarding appropriate technology use and acceptable Internet behavior, including a review
of the Student AUP. System users and parents of students with access to the System should be aware that use of
the System may provide access to other electronic communications systems in the global electronic network
that may contain inaccurate and/or objectionable material. Lovejoy ISD makes every effort to limit access to
objectionable material; however, controlling all such materials on the Network/Internet is impossible, even with
filtering in place. A student who gains access to such material is expected to discontinue the access as quickly
as possible and to immediately report the incident to the supervising teacher or staff. Ultimately, however, it is
the user’s responsibility to appropriately use technology resources. Should a user be found in violation of the
Student AUP, the incident will be regarded as a violation of school rules and the Student Code of Conduct,
resulting in disciplinary measures.
Responsibility:
● Student access to telecommunications and networked information resources shall follow guidelines
developed for the selection of appropriate instructional materials contained in Board Policy EFA
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developed for the selection of appropriate instructional materials contained in Board Policy EFA
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(Local)
● Since access could extend beyond evaluated or previewed resources, students and parents must be
informed that inappropriate materials could be encountered during students’ research required to
achieve valid instructional objectives. If such inappropriate material is inadvertently encountered, it
shall be disengaged from immediately.
● Users may not purposefully access materials or send or post messages that are offensive, abusive,
obscene, profane, pornographic, sexually oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another's
reputation, racially offensive, or illegal. Students are expected to use appropriate language and refrain
from swearing, using vulgarity, and/or ethnic or racial slurs.
● During school, teachers will help guide students toward appropriate materials. Outside of school,
families bear responsibility for such guidance as they exercise with other information sources such as
television, telephones, movies, radio and other potentially offensive media.
● While using the Internet on District computers, you may not give out your first name, last name, your
picture, your parents’ names, your telephone number, your address, or your Social Security number.
● Students should never use District equipment to make appointments to meet people whom they met
on-line and should report to a teacher or administrator if they receive any request for such a meeting.
● Since access could extend beyond evaluated or previewed resources, students and parents must be
informed that inappropriate materials could be encountered during students’ research required to
achieve valid instructional objectives. If such inappropriate material is inadvertently encountered, it
shall be disengaged from immediately.
● Users may not purposefully access materials or send or post messages that are offensive, abusive,
obscene, profane, pornographic, sexually oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another's
reputation, racially offensive, or illegal. Students are expected to use appropriate language and refrain
from swearing, using vulgarity, and/or ethnic or racial slurs.
● During school, teachers will help guide students toward appropriate materials. Outside of school,
families bear responsibility for such guidance as they exercise with other information sources such as
television, telephones, movies, radio and other potentially offensive media.
● While using the Internet on District computers, you may not give out your first name, last name, your
picture, your parents’ names, your telephone number, your address, or your Social Security number.
● Students should never use District equipment to make appointments to meet people whom they met
on-line and should report to a teacher or administrator if they receive any request for such a meeting.
Acceptable Use
The District’s System will only be used for learning, teaching, and administrative purposes consistent with the
District’s mission and goals. Commercial use of or solicitation using the District’s System is strictly prohibited.
The System may not be used for illegal purposes, in support of illegal activities, or for any other activity
prohibited by District Policy or guidelines. Students will be provided information regarding appropriate online
behavior, appropriate interaction with others on social networking sites and chat rooms, and cyber-bullying
awareness and response in accordance with Board Policy CQ (LOCAL).
District’s mission and goals. Commercial use of or solicitation using the District’s System is strictly prohibited.
The System may not be used for illegal purposes, in support of illegal activities, or for any other activity
prohibited by District Policy or guidelines. Students will be provided information regarding appropriate online
behavior, appropriate interaction with others on social networking sites and chat rooms, and cyber-bullying
awareness and response in accordance with Board Policy CQ (LOCAL).
Privacy
● Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Designated District staff may review files
and communications to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly.
Users should not expect that files stored on District servers or District approved Internet sites such as
Google Drive, Canvas etc. will always be private.
● Any attempt to harm or destroy District equipment or data or the data of another user of the District’s
System, or any of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet is prohibited.
Violating the integrity of the District’s data systems or manipulating the District’s data files without
proper authorization is prohibited. Attempts to degrade or disrupt system performance are violations of
Board Policy and administrative regulations and may constitute unlawful activity under applicable state
and federal laws. Such prohibited activity includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creating of
computer viruses and “hacking” into the data or system of another user of the District’s System, or any
of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet.
and communications to maintain system integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly.
Users should not expect that files stored on District servers or District approved Internet sites such as
Google Drive, Canvas etc. will always be private.
● Any attempt to harm or destroy District equipment or data or the data of another user of the District’s
System, or any of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet is prohibited.
Violating the integrity of the District’s data systems or manipulating the District’s data files without
proper authorization is prohibited. Attempts to degrade or disrupt system performance are violations of
Board Policy and administrative regulations and may constitute unlawful activity under applicable state
and federal laws. Such prohibited activity includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creating of
computer viruses and “hacking” into the data or system of another user of the District’s System, or any
of the agencies or other networks that are connected to the Internet.
COPPA Notice
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a federal law governing the online collection of
personal information from children under 13. The rules spell out what a website operator must include in a
privacy policy, when and how to seek verifiable consent from a parent and what responsibilities an operator has
to protect children's privacy and safety online.
personal information from children under 13. The rules spell out what a website operator must include in a
privacy policy, when and how to seek verifiable consent from a parent and what responsibilities an operator has
to protect children's privacy and safety online.
Lovejoy ISD utilizes several educational software applications and web-based services that are operated by third
parties. In order for our students to use these valuable programs and services, certain personal identifying
information, generally the student’s name and username and/or email address, must be provided to the website
operator. Under federal law, these websites must provide parental notification and obtain parental consent
before collecting personal information from children under the age of 13. The law permits schools to consent to
the collection of personal information on behalf of all of its students, eliminating the need for individual
Lovejoy ISD 2022-2023 parental consent given directly to the website operator. More information regarding COPPA is available on the Federal Trade Commission website at www.ftc.gov.
Unacceptable and Inappropriate Use of Technology Resources
Students are prohibited from possessing, sending, forwarding, posting, accessing, or displaying electronic
messages that are abusive, obscene, sexually oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another’s reputation,
or illegal. This prohibition also applies to conduct off school property, whether on district-owned or personally
owned equipment, if it results in a substantial disruption to the educational environment.
Any person taking, disseminating, transferring, possessing, or sharing obscene, sexually oriented, lewd, or
otherwise illegal images or other content—commonly referred to as “sexting”—will be disciplined in
accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, may be required to complete an educational program related to
the dangers of this type of behavior, and, in certain circumstances, may be reported to law enforcement.
This type of behavior may constitute bullying or harassment, as well as impede future endeavors of a student.
We encourage parents to review with their child the "Before You Text" Sexting Prevention Course, a
state-developed program that addresses the consequences of sexting.
Any student who engages in conduct that results in a breach of the district’s computer security will be
disciplined in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. In some cases, the consequence may be expulsion.
messages that are abusive, obscene, sexually oriented, threatening, harassing, damaging to another’s reputation,
or illegal. This prohibition also applies to conduct off school property, whether on district-owned or personally
owned equipment, if it results in a substantial disruption to the educational environment.
Any person taking, disseminating, transferring, possessing, or sharing obscene, sexually oriented, lewd, or
otherwise illegal images or other content—commonly referred to as “sexting”—will be disciplined in
accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, may be required to complete an educational program related to
the dangers of this type of behavior, and, in certain circumstances, may be reported to law enforcement.
This type of behavior may constitute bullying or harassment, as well as impede future endeavors of a student.
We encourage parents to review with their child the "Before You Text" Sexting Prevention Course, a
state-developed program that addresses the consequences of sexting.
Any student who engages in conduct that results in a breach of the district’s computer security will be
disciplined in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. In some cases, the consequence may be expulsion.