Weatherford Christian School

Acceptable Use Policy

General Access
Access to Weatherford Christian School’s computer network system (LAN’s and
WAN’s), including the Internet, shall be made available to students, employees,
volunteers, and community members exclusively for instructional and administrative
purposes.
Access to Weatherford Christian School’s computer network system is a privilege, not a
right. Students utilizing the computer network system must first have the permission of a
parent or guardian and must be supervised by a member of the Weatherford Christian
School professional staff or an assigned adult volunteer. No students shall be given
access without written consent of their parent or guardian.
All users shall be required to acknowledge in writing the receipt and understanding of the
acceptable use of the computer network system. All users utilizing the computer network
system are responsible for good behavior on-line just as they are in a classroom or other
area of the school. Noncompliance with acceptable use may result in suspension or
termination of privileges and other disciplinary action consistent with school policies.
Violations of law may result in criminal prosecution as well as disciplinary action by the
school.
Weatherford Christian School will cooperate fully with local, state, or federal officials in
any investigation concerning or relating to misuse of the school’s computer network
systems.
Privacy/Confidentiality
Users should have no expectation of privacy or confidentiality in the content of electronic
communications or other computer files sent and received on the school computer
network or stored in his/her directory. All data residing on the school’s equipment is the
property of Weatherford Christian School. The school’s professional staff, may at any
time, review the subject, content, and appropriateness of electronic communications or
other computer files. Any violations of school policy, rules, or acceptable use will be
reported to school administrators and data may be removed if warranted.
Disclaimer of Liability
Weatherford Christian School’s computer network system is connected to the Internet
and as such, users may have access to information ranging from different cultures,
science-related issues, music, politics, and many university library catalogs. These are
just some of the areas users may be able to explore through the computer network. The
school will provide filtering software to help filter objectionable material on the Internet.
However, it is impossible to restrict access to all information and the school is not
responsible for materials acquired on the network. In addition, the school will not be
responsible for ensuring the accuracy or usability of any information found on the
Internet.
Also, Weatherford Christian School shall not be held liable for users’ inappropriate use of
electronic communication or violations of copyright restrictions, users’ mistakes,
negligence, or costs incurred by users.
Acceptable Use
Weatherford Christian School’s computer network system will be used only for
administrative and educational purposes consistent with the school’s mission and goals.
Commercial use of the school’s computer network system is strictly prohibited.
Copyrighted software or data may not be placed or installed on any system connected to
the school’s computer network without permission from the holder of the copyright.
Only the owner(s) or individuals the owner specifically authorized in writing may upload
or install copyrighted material to the system. A copy of all software and licensing
information will be kept in inventory. Any software found on the systems not in
inventory will be removed and reported to school administrators.
On-Line Conduct
1. The network account holder is responsible for ALL activity within their account.
2. The system may not be used for illegal purposes or in support of illegal purposes.
3. Users who are assigned a specific network account should only use that account.
4. Never share passwords or accounts with the exception of the generic accounts
used in the computer lab.
5. Users should not intentionally seek information on, obtain copies of, or modify
files, other data, or passwords belonging to other users.
6. Users are expected to be polite to other network users.
7. Users are expected to use appropriate language at all times; swearing, vulgarity,
ethnic or racial slurs, and any other inflammatory language are strictly prohibited.
8. Users pretending to be someone else when sending or receiving messages is
strictly prohibited.
9. Transmitting obscene or offensive messages, pictures or materials is strictly
prohibited.
10. Use of IRC/”Chat” services is prohibited unless specifically regulated by a
teacher as part of a learning project.
11. STUDENTS are prohibited from revealing identifying information about
themselves or other students and staff. Identifying information includes last
names, addresses, phone numbers, pictures, etc. STUDENTS shall identify
themselves by their first name only.
All accounts can be monitored and are not to be considered private. Weatherford
Christian School shall be authorized to monitor or examine all system activities,
including electronic mail transmissions, as deemed appropriate to ensure proper use of
the system.
Any user identified as a security risk or having violated guidelines, policies, or rules may
be denied access to the computer network system.
Vandalism
Any malicious attempt to deface, harm or destroy Weatherford Christian School
equipment, materials, data of another user, or other networks connected through the
Internet is strictly prohibited. Any attempt to degrade or disrupt system performance is a
direct violation of policy and could possibly be considered a criminal activity under
applicable state and federal laws. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or
creating of computer viruses, email bombs, denial of service attacks, etc.
Vandalism as described above will result in cancellation of system use privileges and will
be subject to restitution for costs associated with system restoration, hardware, or
software costs.
Termination of System Access
Weatherford Christian School may suspend or revoke a user’s access upon violation of
acceptable use. Termination of an account for the violation of acceptable use may extend
for a period of one year.
Disclaimer
Weatherford Christian School’s computer network system is provided on an “as is, as
available” basis. The school does not guarantee that the systems will be uninterrupted or
error-free or that all defects will be corrected.
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Access Agreement

Student Agreement

Name Grade

I have read and understand the Weatherford Christian School Acceptable Use Policy
regarding access to the computer network system. I agree to abide by the provisions in
the policy and I understand that any violation of these provisions could result in
disciplinary action including complete revocation of system access.

Student’s Signature Date

Parent or Guardian Agreement

I have read and understand the Weatherford Christian School Acceptable Use Policy
regarding access to the computer network system. In consideration for the privilege of
using the school’s computer network system, I hereby release Weatherford Christian
School, its operators, and any institutions with which they are affiliated from any and all
claims and damages of any nature arising from my child’s use of, or inability to use, the
system.

I give permission for my child to use Weatherford Christian School’s Computer

I do not give permission for my child to use Weatherford Christian School’s

Signature of parent or guardian

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