Technology in the Classroom

List of 7 items.

• Access

  Students are granted access to multiple computer systems and websites on campus in order to encourage the use of technology in support of educational goals and/or research. Anyone who uses computers (including laptops, iPads, phones or other mobile devices) or computer services on campus must understand and comply with school policies and regulations. While digital commerce is an important part of our digital society, school computers may never be used for commercial purposes including offering, providing or purchasing goods or services for personal use. The use of any computer, mobile device, network, wireless and internet service on the Regis Jesuit High School campus is a privilege that may be restricted or revoked if not used responsibly.

• Communication

  Mediums of communication, such as text messaging, social networking and instant messaging, have expanded dramatically over the past decade. Students are encouraged to use these forums responsibly to enhance their academic experience with faculty and other students. When using these systems, especially the school email system, students must meet the expectations established in the Student Handbook. Misuse of any of these systems may result in the loss of technology privileges and students in violation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.

• Creative Credit and Copyright

  Students have the right to protect their own creative works and also the responsibility to use other people’s creative works in a fair and legal manner. Academic integrity is at the core of this school’s values so failure to appropriately cite ideas or work other than your own will result in adverse academic and behavioral action.

• Digital Identity

  Nearly everything an individual posts, writes and accesses on the Internet is saved and establishes an identity within the digital community. Much like a personal reputation, this online identity communicates many characteristics that may negatively affect your personal, professional and educational careers. As a representative of Regis Jesuit High School, students must be diligent in maintaining a positive online identity knowing that actions contrary to the rules and policies of the school are subject to disciplinary action.

• Ethics and Morality

  Much like the morals, ethics and values that influence our conduct within society, students must use these same standards when participating in the digital community. Issues such as digital harassment (also called “cyberbullying”), music sharing or “pirating,” pornography and gambling have greatly increased of the past few years so students must be aware of these and other ethical dilemmas encompassing our daily lives. Ultimately, students are expected to maintain the highest standards of conduct and decorum regardless of the student in class, at home or online. If a conflict arises concerning the interpretation of the ethics of digital use, the administration reserves the right to make a final determination.

• Privacy and Security

  Students have a right to privacy and to maintain the security of personal information in the digital community. This process begins with individuals controlling what personal information they share through the local network and the Internet. Students must also be responsible for what information they share about others and need to request permission before posting any information about someone else. In order to help preserve this right, neither still photography nor video capturing is allowed on campus unless directed by a faculty member to meet an educational goal or approved by an authorized member of the administration, faculty or staff. Both behavioral and legal action may be taken against individuals not respecting these rights.

• Rights and Responsibilities

  Involvement in the digital community comes with rights and responsibilities. Students have the right to seek, receive and impart information and ideas but also take the responsibility to do so in a manner that is consistent with any class rule, school policy, state or federal regulation or expectation set in this contract. Students are asked to report any misuse of the school systems to the appropriate member of the administration, faculty or staff. These misuses may come in many forms but are commonly viewed as any message(s) sent or received that indicates or suggests pornography, unethical or illegal solicitation, racism, sexism, inappropriate language and other issues described below. Inability to adhere to these expectations will result in loss of technology privileges and students in violation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion.