THE USE OF COMPUTERS, THE INTERNET
AND ELECTRONIC MAIL
PERMISSION FORM
2000-2001
M.E. Foster Elementary School is pleased to
offer students access to a computer network for electronic mail and the
Internet. To gain access to e-mail and the Internet, all students must obtain
parental permission as verified by the signatures on the form below. Should a
parent prefer that a student not have e-mail and Internet access, use of the
computers is still possible for more traditional purposes such as word
processing.
What is possible?
Access to e-mail and the Internet will enable students to explore thousands
of libraries, databases, museums, and other repositories of information and to
exchange personal communication with other Internet users around the world.
Families should be aware that some material accessible via the Internet may
contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or potentially
offensive. While the purposes of the school are to use Internet resources for
constructive educational goals, students may find ways to access other
materials. We believe that the benefits to students from access to the Internet
in the form of information resources and opportunities for collaboration exceed
the disadvantages. But ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are
responsible for setting and conveying the standards that their children should
follow when using media and information sources. Therefore, we support and
respect each family's right to decide whether or not to apply for access.
What is expected?
Students are responsible for appropriate behavior on the school's computer
network just as they are in a classroom or on a school playground.
Communications on the network are often public in nature. General school rules
for behavior and communications apply. It is expected that users will comply
with district standards and the specific rules set forth below. The use of the
network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. The user is
personally responsible for his/her actions in accessing and utilizing the
school's computer resources. The students are advised never to access, keep, or
send anything that they would not want their parents or teachers to see.
What are the rules?
Privacy -- Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network
administrators may review communications to maintain system integrity will
insure that students are using the system responsibly.
Storage capacity -- Users are expected to remain within allocated disk
space and delete e-mail or other material which take up excessive storage space.
Illegal copying -- Students should never download or install any
commercial software, shareware, or freeware onto network drives or disks, unless
they have written permission from the Network Administrator. Nor should students
copy other people's work or intrude into other people's files.
Inappropriate materials or language -- No profane, abusive or impolite
language should be used to communicate nor should materials be accessed which
are not in line with the rules of school behavior. A good rule to follow is
never view, send, or access materials which you would not want your teachers and
parents to see. Should students encounter such material by accident, they should
report it their teacher immediately.
Succinct Advice
These are guidelines to follow to prevent the loss of network privileges at
Foster School.
PARENT PERMISSION FORM and USER AGREEMENT -
2000-2001
As a parent or guardian of a student at School, I have read the above
information about the appropriate use of computers at the school and I
understand this agreement will be kept on file at the school. (Questions should
be directed to the principal for clarification.)
My child may use e-mail and the Internet while at school according to the rules outlined.____
I would prefer that my child not use e-mail and the
Internet while at school._____
Parent Name (print)_______________________________________________
Parent Signature
__________________________________________________
DATE:
_______________________________________________
As a user of the School computer network, I agree to
comply with the above stated rules and to use the network in a constructive
manner.
Student Name (print)
_______________________________________________
Student Signature
_______________________________________________
Teacher__________________________ Grade _____________________
DATE:
_______________________________________________
M. E. Foster Elementary
School
3919 Ward Street
Houston, Texas 77021
Houston Independent School District
phone 713.746.8260 * fax 713.746.8260
Date Last Modified:
07/30/2002 08:50:19 AM
http://es.houstonisd.org/fosteres/use_of_computers.htm
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