Union High School

Union CSD 1:1 Policy

Use of Technology Chromebook Agreement
The mission of the 1:1 program at Union High School is to create a collaborative learning environment for all learners.
This environment will enhance the districts vision statement to educate to meet tomorrows challenges.
Selected students across the district will be issued Google Chromebooks for use in school and at home. This document
provides students and their parents/guardians with information about taking care of the equipment, using it to complete
assignments, and being a good digital citizen.
Students and their parents/guardians are reminded that use of District Technology is a privilege and not a right and that
everything done on any District-owned computer, network, or electronic communication device may be monitored by
school authorities. Inappropriate use of District Technology can result in limited or banned computer use, disciplinary
consequences, removal from courses, loss of credit, receiving a failing grade, and/or legal action.
Ownership of the Chromebook
Union CSD retains sole right of possession of the Chromebook. The Chromebooks are lent to the students for educational
purposes only for the academic year. Moreover, Union CSD administrative staff and faculty retain the right to collect
and/or inspect Chromebooks at any time, including via electronic remote access and to alter, add or delete installed
software or hardware.
Responsibility for the Chromebook
Student are solely responsible for the Chromebooks issued to them and must adhere to the following:
Students must comply with the Districts Use of Technology Policy when using their
Chromebooks.
Students must bring their Chromebooks to school every day and make sure it is fully charged.
(Note: A fully charged Union Chromebook should last at least 8 hours.)
Students must treat their device with care and never leave it in an unsecured location.
Students must keep their device in a protective case or backpack when traveling.
Students must promptly report any problems with their Chromebook to the Tech Help Center.
Students may not remove or interfere with the serial number and other identification tags.
Students may not attempt to remove or change the physical structure of the Chromebook,
including the keys, screen cover or plastic casing.
Students may not attempt to install or run any operating system on the Chromebook other than
the ChromeOS operating system supported by the district.
Students must keep their device clean and must not touch the screen with anything (e.g., your
finger, pen, pencil, etc.) other than approved computer screen cleaners.
Responsibility for Electronic Data
The students are solely responsible for any apps or extensions on their Chromebooks that are not installed by a member of
the Union CSD technology staff. Students are responsible for backing up their data to protect from loss. Users of District
Technology have no rights, ownership, or expectations of privacy to any data that is, or was, stored on the Chromebook,
school network, or any school-issued applications and are given no guarantees that data will be retained or destroyed.

Digital Citizenship
Students must follow the six conditions of being a good digital citizen:
1. Respect Yourself. I will show respect for myself through my actions. I will select online names
that are appropriate, I will consider the information and images that I post online. I will consider what personal
information about my life, experiences, experimentation or relationships I post. I will not be obscene.
2. Protect Yourself. I will ensure that the information, images and materials I post online will not
put me at risk. I will not publish my personal details, contact details or a schedule of my activities. I will report
any attacks or inappropriate behavior directed at me. I will protect passwords, accounts and resources.
3. Respect Others. I will show respect to others. I will not use electronic mediums to antagonize,
bully, harass or stalk other people. I will show respect for other people in my choice of websites, I will not visit
sites that are degrading, pornographic, racist or inappropriate. I will not abuse my rights of access and I will not
enter other people's private spaces or areas.
4. Protect Others. I will protect others by reporting abuse, not forwarding inappropriate materials
or communications; I will moderate unacceptable materials and conversations, and not visiting sites that are
degrading, pornographic, racist or inappropriate.
5. Respect Intellectual Property. I will request permission to use resources. I will suitably cite any
and all use of websites, books, media etc. I will acknowledge all primary sources. I will validate information. I
will use and abide by the fair use rules.
6. Protect Intellectual Property. I will request to use the software and media others produce. I will
use free and open source alternatives rather than pirating software. I will purchase, license and register all
software. I will purchase my music and media, and refrain from distributing these in a manner that violates their
licenses. I will act with integrity.
Copyright and File Sharing
Students are required to follow all copyright laws around all media including text, images, programs, music, and video.
Downloading, sharing, and posting online illegally obtained media is against the Use of Technology policy.
Spare Equipment and Lending
If a students Chromebook is inoperable, the school has a limited number of spare devices for use while the students
Chromebook is repaired or replaced. This agreement remains in effect for loaner computers. The student may not opt to
keep an inoperable Chromebook to avoid doing class work due to loss or damage. If a student does not bring his/her
Chromebook to school, the student may be required to borrow a device from the school based on the direction from
his/her teacher. Disciplinary action may result for failure to bring a fully charged Chromebook to school.
Warranty and Insurance
The District will repair or replace damaged equipment resulting from normal use. All other breakages will be the
responsibility of the student to pay for. The District will make its best attempt to purchase replacement parts at the best
possible price. Loss or theft of the device is also the students responsibility and will result in the student being charged
the full replacement cost to purchase a new device.
Optional insurance through a third party provider will be available for students and their families to purchase

Signature Form

By signing the below, the student and their parent/guardian agree to follow and accept:
Use of District Technology Policy.
The Chromebook Agreement
The Chromebook Procedures and Information for Students and Parents Guide/Handbook (on-line
School website)
The Website and Social Media Guidelines (below)
That Union CSD owns the Chromebook, software and issued peripherals
If the student ceases to be enrolled in Union Community High School, the student/parents will
return the Chromebook in good working order or pay the full replacement cost of the computer.
In no event shall Union CSD be held liable to any claim of damage, negligence, or breach of duty.
Print Student Name ___________________________________________ Student ID #: ____________
Student Signature _____________________________________________ Date __________________
Print Parent/Guardian Name ___________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature ______________________________________ Date __________________
Website & Social Media Guidelines: Think before you act because your virtual actions are real and permanent!

Guideline
Be aware of what you post online. Website and social media venues are very public. What you contribute
leaves a digital footprint for all to see. Do not post anything you wouldnt want friends, enemies, parents,
teachers, future colleges, or employers to see.
Follow the schools code of conduct when writing online. It is acceptable to disagree with others opinions;
however, do it in a respectful way. Make sure that criticism is constructive and not hurtful. What is
inappropriate in the classroom is inappropriate online.
Be safe online. Never give out personal information, including, but not limited to, last names, phone numbers,
addresses, exact birthdates, and pictures. Do not share your password with anyone besides your teachers and
parents.
Linking to other websites to support your thoughts and ideas is recommended. However, be sure to read and
review the entire website prior to linking to ensure that all information is appropriate for a school setting.
Do your own work! Do not use other peoples intellectual property without their permission. Be aware that it is
a violation of copyright law to copy and paste others thoughts. It is good practice to hyperlink to your
sources.
Be aware that pictures may also be protected under copyright laws. Verify that you have permission to use the
image or that it is under Creative Commons attribution.
How you represent yourself online is an extension of yourself. Do not misrepresent yourself by using someone
elses identity.
Online work should be well written. Follow writing conventions including proper grammar, capitalization, and
punctuation. If you edit someone elses work, be sure it is in the spirit of improving the writing.
If you run across inappropriate material that makes you feel uncomfortable or is not respectful, tell your teacher
right away.

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