CCPS Acceptable Use Policy for the Internet
CHARLES COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Deputy Superintendent/Division of School Administration
Acceptable Use Policy
Internet Contract for Elementary School Students
The use of the Internet can enhance learning and provide resources from all over the world. The school system makes every effort to prevent students from exposure to objectionable or offensive materials, including the use of Internet filtering software. Staff members do their best to guide and monitor student use of the Internet, but staff cannot be held liable if a student accidentally or willfully goes to an objectionable site. Please read and discuss the following student/parent contract with your child, then complete and return the bottom portion of this letter signed in the appropriate places.
§ When using computers in the school, I will respect the computer rights of others. I will not type or use any inappropriate or unacceptable words on the computer. If I see any type of inappropriate material on the computer screen, I will immediately tell my teacher or supervising staff member.
§ I will limit my use of the Internet in school for educational purposes assigned by my teacher. I will NOT “surf” the Internet or visit “chat rooms.” I will never log-on to the Internet without permission from a teacher or supervising staff member.
§ I understand that my use of the Internet may be monitored. Please sign the contract below and return to your teacher.
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I understand that if I fail to honor all of the terms of this contract, the school administration will be informed, my Internet privileges may be revoked and disciplinary action taken if the offense is deemed serious and deliberate by the principal and/or designee.
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Student’s Name Grade Teacher Homebase
______My child MAY use the Internet. I understand that it is the responsibility of my child to abide
by the above guidelines. I will not hold the teacher or school liable for any Internet misuse
by my child and I understand the possibility of disciplinary action if my child violates
any of the terms stated above.
______My child MAY NOT use the Internet. I understand that, ultimately, it is the responsibility of
my child to refrain from Internet use. I understand the possibility of disciplinary action if my
child violates the terms of this agreement.
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Parent/Guardian Signature/Date Student Signature/Date