# IJNDB Student Computer and Internet Use

**Regional School Unit \#1** computers, network, and Internet access are
provided to support the educational mission of the schools and to
enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students and
school staff.

Student use of school computers, networks and Internet services is a
privilege, not a right. Compliance with the school unit's policies and
rules concerning computer use is mandatory. Students who violate these
policies and rules may have their computer privileges limited,
suspended, or revoked. Such violations may also result in disciplinary
action, referral to law enforcement, and/or legal action.

**Regional School Unit \#1** computers remain under the control,
custody, and supervision of the school unit at all times. Technology
protection measures are in place and are used for all Internet access.
It is RSU 1 policy to periodically monitor Internet usage by students,
parents and staff. RSU 1 reserves the right to further investigate
questionable behavior related to technology use. Students should have no
expectation of privacy in their use of school computers and the use of
personal computing devices on school networks.

**Regional School Unit \#1** utilizes filtering technology designed to
block materials that are obscene, harmful to minors, or child
pornography. **Regional School Unit \#1** utilizes precautions to
supervise student use of the Internet; however parents should be aware
that **Regional School Unit \#1** cannot reasonably prevent all
instances of inappropriate computer use by students in violation of
Board policies and rules, including access to objectionable materials
and communication with persons outside of the school. The school unit is
not responsible for the accuracy or quality of information that students
obtain through the Internet.

The district will educate minors about "appropriate online behavior",
including interacting with other individuals on social networking
websites and in chat rooms, and cyberbullying awareness and response.

Students and parents shall be informed of this policy and the
accompanying rules through handbooks, the school website, and/or other
means selected by the Superintendent.

The Superintendent is responsible for implementing this policy and the
accompanying rules. Additional administrative procedures or school rules
governing the day-to-day management and operations of the school unit's
computer system may be implemented, consistent with Board policies and
rules. The Superintendent may delegate specific responsibilities to the
Technology Coordinator and others as deemed appropriate.

Legal Reference: 47 USC § 254(h)(5) (Children's Internet Protection Act)

Cross Reference: EGAD - Copyright
Compliance

IJNDB - Student Computer and Internet
Use
 IJNDB-R - Student Computer and Internet Use Rules

###  IJND -- Distance learning Program

Adopted: March 16, 2009

Revised: November 26, 2012