ETHICAL USE POLICY

PERRIS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Computer / Network / On-line Services

Before using computer / network / on-line services, it is expected that all employees understand and agree to abide by specified user obligations and responsibilities. (Pursuant to BP/AR 4040)

1.       Personal Responsibility:  The employee in whose name an on-line services account is issued is responsible for its proper use at all times.  Users shall maintain privacy of account names/numbers, passwords, and personal information.  They shall use the system only under the assigned account.

2.       Acceptable Use:  The use of the account must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives of the Perris Union High School District.

·                     Users shall not publish, display, transmit, any material which they know or have reason to know is defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, or potentially offensive to others appropriate to that network.  Users will notify their immediate supervisor by phone is sexually oriented / obscene materials are received.  Users should shut off their monitor, not their computer until technology staff can address the issue.

·                     Transmission, receiving, or downloading of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulations is prohibited.  This includes, but is not limited to:  copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material protected by trade secret.

·                     Use for product advertisement, political lobbying, or partisan political activities, except as an approved part of a course to teach students about the American political system in accordance with PUHSD-approved curriculum, is also prohibited.

·         Teaching staff is expected to support the appropriate use of computers.

·                     Teachers are expected to practice due diligence when students are engaged in computers use to help create a safe environment that is conducive to learning.

·                     Non-educational uses of the computer are unacceptable.

·                     Any violation of this ethical use policy by both the teacher will result in progressive disciplinary action per the teacher contract. (Article XXII of the PSEA Contract)

3.       Privileges:  The use of the information system is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of this privilege.  Staff will determine whether a use is inappropriate under this Ethical Use Policy and Contract and the decision is final.  The administration has the authority to deny, revoke, or suspend specific user accounts for violation of this Ethical Use Policy and Contract.  An administrator may close an account at any time and for any duration as deemed necessary for violation of this Ethical Use Policy and Contract.

4.       E-Mail Etiquette:  You are expected to abide by accepted rules of network etiquette.  These rules include (but are not limited to) the following:

·         Be polite.  Never send or encourage others to send abusive messages.

·                     Use appropriate language.  Never swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language.

·                     Do not reveal your or any other person’s home address, phone number, or similar information of a personal nature.

·                     Electronic mail is not guaranteed to be private.  Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities must be reported to school authorities, or law enforcement agencies.

·                     All activities may be monitored.  The network is not private; there is no confidentiality.

·                     Do not use the network in any way that would disrupt the use of the network by others.

5.       Security:  Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the system involves many users.  If you identify a security problem notify, immediately, the administrator in charge.  Never demonstrate the problem to other users.  Never use someone else’s account and never give out your password to anyone. Under no circumstance should students be allowed, unsupervised, on unsecured computer systems (such as teacher computers). Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of problems with other computer systems may be denied access to the network system.

6.       Access: Perris Union High School District will not be responsible for any damages consequential, incidental, or otherwise you may suffer arising from use of the information system.  This includes loss of data for any reason.  Use of any information obtained via the network is at your own risk.  Some systems may condone or permit the use of such material in the school environment.  PUHSD specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through the network and on-line services.

7.       Vandalism:  Users will be held responsible for intentional damage to hardware and/or software, pursuant to State law.  Vandalism includes, but is not limited to, damage to or theft of system hardware or software; the altering of system software; the placing of unlawful information, computer viruses or harmful programs on or through the computer system in either public or private files or messages.  Perris Union High School District reserves the right to remove files, limit or deny access, or to pursue legal remedies for loss sustained, including but not limited to, replacement of hardware and/or software and related labor charges (currently billed at $95.00 per hour), fines or imprisonment, as applicable.

8.       Materials:  Perris Union High School District reserves right of access to any material stored in files which are accessible by others and may in accordance with law, remove any material, which is obscene, defamatory or otherwise unlawful.  Users will not use their account or access privileges to obtain, view download, or otherwise gain access to such materials.

9.       Account/Password:  The Perris Union High School District network system is intended for the exclusive use of its registered users, who are responsible for the use of their account/password.  Misuse of the account or use of the account by someone other than the registered holder will be grounds for loss of privilege.

10.   Updating:  Perris Union High School District may occasionally require new registration and account information from you to continue the service.  Please be aware that the above rules and regulations may change as deemed necessary.  The account holder will be informed about subsequent changes.

105.0    PUHSD Technology Procedures

PUHSD Technology Procedures

Safeguarding our computer network and workstations

Speed / Efficiency

q       Do not use “peer to peer” or any other service that impacts network traffic. Examples:

o        WebShots, Real Player, Morpheus, Galaxy, Napster, Winmax, Gnutella, Bearshare, Limewire, Gator, messaging services (such as Instant Messaging)

Security

q       Do not give your password to anyone! (Exception – Technology Director for service)

q       Practice high levels of vigilance at all times when you type your password in presence of students.

q       Keep your password in a secure place if you need to write it as a reminder.

o        Anywhere on or under your computer or keyboard is not a secure place.

q       Students should not be allowed on teacher computers without direct, constant supervision.

o        Students can send email from your account as though it came from you.

o        Students can upload software into your computer that would allow them access from a remote computer at a later time (backdoor)

q       Always log off your computer when you leave the room or anytime you are away from your workstation for any length of time.

q       Report any suspected security risks.

q       Do not remove security system from student computers.

q       Do not share the information on your hard drive.

q       Completely shut down your computer before you leave for the day.

q       If you and your students are the last users in a computer lab for the day have every student completely shut down and turn of the computer.

Storage

q       Do not store MP3s on network drives.

q       Do not store movies or personal photos on network drives.

General Practice

q       Do not connect unauthorized computers onto the network.

q       Do not change the Network settings on your workstation.

q       Do not install new hardware or software onto your computer. Contact your site technician to have these installed.

q       Hardware must stay in designated areas.

q       Report any vandalism.

q       Make sure a work order has been placed for technology service.  Contact the Technology Help Desk (available in your e-mail address book) to report a problem.

q       Give your technician a few days notice when possible

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q       Record your computer monitor, PCU, keyboard, and printer serial numbers at the beginning of each year and store it in a safe place.