Technology
Acceptable Use Policy
The Internet is a vast network which links together computers world-wide. The Internet can provide educators with boundless opportunities. The Natick Public Schools expects users of the Internet to be responsible for their own actions. It is the purpose of this policy to ensure that all who use the Internet do so in an appropriate manner.
The Natick Public Schools supports and respects each individual's right to decide whether or not to utilize the Internet connections available in the school buildings. Individual users are responsible for appropriate use of the Internet.
The Natick Public Schools will provide, where available, access to the Internet for faculty/staff. All faculty/staff will be given proper instruction on the use of the Internet as part of our educational program incorporating technology into our curriculum.
Faculty/Staff Internet Acceptable Use Guidelines
Etiquette
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Natick's primary use of the Internet is educational. Any individual who is connected to the Internet for non-educational use shall immediately log off if their use is interfering with the educational access by other users.
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Proper etiquette is expected of all users of Natick Public Schools Internet access. Users are expected to be courteous and use appropriate language. Users will not write or send abusive messages.
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If an individual notices any suspicious or unusual activity while using Internet access, it should be reported immediately to the supervising or appropriate staff member.
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Personal information should not be transmitted through the Internet. It is strongly advised not to reveal any personal addresses, phone numbers, credit card numbers, bank account numbers or other private information of any individual. In addition, any passwords associated with use of the network must not be shared with another individual.
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Transmission of obscene materials is prohibited. Should a user happen to find materials which may be inappropriate while using Natick Public Schools Internet access, he/she shall refrain from downloading this material and shall not identify or share the location of this material. Be aware that the transfer of certain kinds of materials may be illegal and punishable by law.
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While using the Internet, no user shall utilize this resource to perform any act which can be construed as illegal or unethical.
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Electronic mail is not guaranteed to be private. Use of inappropriate language can result in suspension of Internet privileges.
Hardware/Software
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Any installation of hardware or software to the network must be approved by the Technology Department. Vandalism or any malicious attempt to harm or destroy any hardware or data of another user will not be tolerated. Any questionable activity will result in suspension of use and the offending action will be reviewed by the administration for further disciplinary action.
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When using the Internet to access Natick's or other organizations' networks or other computing resources, each user must comply with all rules for that network. Modifications to software on any computer system being used on the network will not be tolerated.
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The Natick Public Schools makes no guarantees regarding the reliability of the data content and data connection. In addition, neither the Natick Schools nor the Internet Service Provider shall be liable for any loss or damage of data while the connection is in use.
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The Natick Public School system reserves the right to examine any data stored on any computer which is used for Internet access.
Copyright
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The Natick Public School system disapproves of illegal copying and distribution of software. Any individual who is found transferring such material shall have their use of the Internet suspended immediately.
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All users shall be aware that illegal distribution of software and the violation of copyright laws are federal offenses and are punishable by fine or imprisonment.
Commercial Activity
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Use of the Internet in the Natick Public Schools for commercial activities of any kind by anyone including but not limited to sales or promotions of products or services, for unauthorized solicitations on behalf of charities or other organizations or persons, for political lobbying or for illegal activities is strictly prohibited.
The Natick Public Schools administration reserves the right to change and/or update these guidelines when necessary. The administration reserves the right to suspend specific user access at any time.
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