CODE OF CONDUCT

FOR USE OF THE SCHOOL NETWORK AND THE INTERNET

(reprinted from the Roanoke County School “Student Conduct Code”)

Link to Internet Use Agreement

A. I recognize that the School Network and the Internet are a community of users and as a

participant in that community I must respect the rights of others; therefore,

1. I will conduct myself on the Network and Internet at all times as in a public environment. I will not use the Network or Internet for private purposes, and I will not claim a right of privacy as to any information posted on the Network or Internet.
2. I will use appropriate language at all times. I will not use obscene or profane language or language which might reasonably be offensive to others. I will not create, send or otherwise distribute words, messages or materials which would reasonably be considered offensive, threatening or harassing to others.
3. I will not use the Network or Internet in any manner that might reasonably disrupt or interfere with the use of this network by others.
4. I will not attempt to bypass any form of security built into the system whether by Roanoke County Schools or any user of the Internet.

B. I recognize that the Network and the Internet are forms of property and represent scarce

resources which belong to and have value to both Roanoke County Schools and every

individual or entity which operates on the Internet; therefore,

1. I will not use the time or materials available to me while having access to the Network or Internet for personal or commercial purposes. I will not waste or take supplies made available to students in connection to the use of the Internet. I will not play games on the Internet or use the Internet or the computers made available to me for non-academic activities or purposes.
2. I will not knowingly or inadvertently alter, rename, damage or delete all, or any part of, any files, programs or information of others which is accessible on the Network or Internet. I will not read, use or copy non-public files, programs or information of another user without that user's prior permission.
3. I will protect the privacy of others by not trying to learn their passwords. I will not use another person's account or password, I will protect my own privacy and work product and the integrity of the system by not revealing my password to others without the permission of instructor/supervisor.
4. I will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to computer equipment or programs. I will not attempt in any way to interfere with the operation of Roanoke County Schools computer system.
5. I will be personally responsible for any damages which result to school equipment or programs from any unauthorized or inappropriate use of the equipment made available to me.

C. I recognize that both software and many of the files I may access on the Internet are protected

copyright laws; therefore,

1. I will not make unauthorized copies of software found on school computers or otherwise accessible: through the Internet, either by copying them onto my own diskettes or onto other computers through electronic mail or bulletin boards.
2. I will not load any software onto school computers without the prior written permission oj instructor/supervisor.
3. I will not give, lend, or sell copies of software to others unless I have the prior written permission. of the copyright owner or the original software is clearly identified as “shareware” or is otherwise in the public domain.

D. I recognize that the resources of Roanoke County Schools including any computer equipment,

programs, and access to the Internet are being provided to me as an important part of my

educational progress; therefore,

1. I will use all computer equipment, programs and Internet services in direct support of educational objectives established by my teacher(s)/supervisor.
2. I will not plagiarize (claim as my own product) any information received in any form from Internet.
3. I will obey all written and verbal instructions given to me by my teacher(s), instructors or network managers.

EXPLANATION OF SCHOOL SYSTEM'S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Roanoke County Schools has the absolute right to supervise and control the use of the Internet by its students and staff. Access to the Internet is being provided as an integral part of the education program of this school system and the supervision and control of this access will be considered as part of the educational program for each student. Any student's use of school computers and access to Internet are under the absolute discretion, review and control of school staff. Violation by any student of this Acceptable Use Policy may result in suspension of this privilege and, in severe or repeat violations, of termination of any privileges. Further disciplinary action may also be appropriate accordance with the School Board's Student Conduct Code.

2. Roanoke County Schools makes no warranties of any kind, either express or implied, related to its providing of Internet access services to any student or other individual. Roanoke County Schools will not be responsible or liable for any damages suffered by any student or any other individual arising out of access to school system computers, programs or the Internet. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, mis-deliveries, or service interruptions caused either by the school system's actions or inactions or by the student or other individual's actions.

3. Roanoke County Schools specifically denies and disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services or Internet availability. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the student or individual's own risk.