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Digital Citizenship

Chromebooks Digital Citizenship Electronic Device Policy Electronics, Internet and Acceptable Use Policy
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CHROMEBOOKS:
It is the student’s responsibility to use his/her chromebook for academic purposes only. Chromebooks should be used for schoolwork or to communicate with peers or teachers about schoolwork.

Tips for proper care of a chromebook:
● Keep food and drink away from chromebooks
● Keep the chromebook charged
● Close the lid before carrying a chromebook
● Carry chromebooks with two hands
● Carry the chromebook by it’s base, not by it’s screen
● Always place your chromebook on a flat, stable surface
● Store your chromebook in a safe place
● Report damage immediately
● Always keep your assigned chromebook under your supervision

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP:
Be responsible and respectful with what you do on electronic devices. There is no privacy online. Anything you text or post online - words, pictures, or videos - can be viewed by anybody. Only post comments/pictures you would be comfortable showing your parents or guardians.

Cyberbullying is illegal and may result in school and police consequences.

It is against the law for you to bring, possess, share, or show content that involves sexting or pornography while at school, whether in printed manner, on an electronic device, or social media. Consequences for doing so will include parent contact and suspension Additional consequences may include confiscation of the phone/device, district hearing, and police involvement.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY:
Students are encouraged to leave electronic devices (personal laptops, computers, tablets, game systems, music players, and other devices or toys) at home. Cell phones (including headphones and smart watches) are welcome at school during lunch and passing periods.

Cell phones and/or headphones must be out of sight during class time (bell-to-bell) whether in the classroom or elsewhere in the school.

Students who choose to bring any personal electronic devices do so at their own risk; South Hills is not responsible for damage, theft, or loss.

The following school consequences will be implemented for electronic device violations:
● 1st Violation - The electronic device will be taken to the attendance office and secured for student pick-up at the end of the school day. Parent/Guardian(s) will be notified via email.
● Future Violations - The electronic device will be taken to the attendance office and secured for parent pick-up. Parents/Guardians will be notified via email. Students that refuse to hand over the electronic device will be subject to
additional school consequences.

ELECTRONICS, INTERNET, AND ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY:
Students who use school computers must read and understand the JSD Acceptable Use Agreement. Students and their parent/guardian must sign the agreement before any student can use school computers or chromebooks.
Use of an electronic device (school or personal) to disrupt the educational process, invade personal privacy, or compromise the integrity of educational programs is prohibited. Violations will result in confiscation of the electronic device and may result in the loss of the device or the privilege of bringing the device to school.

Acceptable Use JSD Policy Link Here