TMC Digital Citizenship and Digital Devices- Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

All Digital Devices are Stored in Lockers During Class Time

All students must keep cell phones and all digital devices in their lockers during class time and during class changes, unless they have explicit permission from their teacher or a TMC Staff member to use the specific device in class to support their learning.

Digital Device Use During Breaks

Students may appropriately and ethically use cell phones and digital devices before classes, during nutrition break and lunch break, and after school.

Respect for Privacy

In respect of everyone's privacy, taking photos/videos is strictly prohibited within the school, unless part of a learning project and with teacher permission. For similar reasons, digital devices are never to be used in washrooms or change rooms.

Communication Between Parents/Guardians and Students

Should parents/guardians or students need to contact each other during school hours, students will need to use a classroom or office phone.  Parents/guardians are asked to refrain from calling or texting their child during school hours. Urgent messages may be called in to the office and we will forward these on to the student. 

CBE Administrative Regulation 1062 – Responsible Use of Electronic Information Resources

https://cbe.ab.ca/GovernancePolicies/AR1062.pdf

CBE Students and Staff are expected to follow the expectations for the Responsible Use of Electronic Information Resources. This means that students are to use ethical and respectful behaviour when conversing or posting material, and should not disclose or post confidential, personal or sensitive information pertaining to themselves or other persons. This includes accessing or sharing inappropriate materials, online conflict or bullying, taking or sharing inappropriate video or photos, sharing inappropriate material on social media, etc.

Consequences for Inappropriate Use of Devices

• If a student is found using a device inappropriately or without permission during school hours, the device will need to be surrendered to the TMC Staff member and the student will be permitted to collect it at the end of the day from the staff member.  The Teacher or Staff Member will inform the parents/guardians.
• Should inappropriate use occur again, parents/guardians will be contacted and the device will be returned through the parents/guardians. The school reserves the right to prohibit a student to bring a personal device to the school if persistent, inappropriate use occurs. The student may lose the privilege of bringing a digital device to school for a period of time (a month, a semester or the remainder of the school year), and this may include having your CBE access restricted as well.

Digital Citizenship 

All members of our school community are expected to be good digital citizens who demonstrate respect, responsible behavior and overall good character when using technology and/or engaging in online activities. The use of technology is an integral part of teaching and learning at our school. Teachers and students use digital technologies to access information, communicate ideas, and demonstrate fundamental understandings. Students are expected to use our computer network and digital learning tools to engage in activities that facilitate meaningful and authentic learning experiences. By utilizing digital devices, students and parents agree to our Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for Electronic Devices and Networked Information Resources. 

Student Digital Citizenship Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

This agreement is part of the CBE Digital Citizenship Process. Students must agree to this AUP to:

• be compliant with Administrative Regulation 1062 – Responsible Use of Electronic Information Resources 
• use CBE owned devices at school
• connect to the CBE wireless with their own personal devices.

The full Digital Citizenship Plan document is updated annually.

Digital Self

I will respectfully and responsibly create and manage a positive personal digital presence.

• I understand that my actions online reflect who I am both on and offline.
• I am actively using suitable tools and strategies to build my digital presence, as well as my personal identity, both on and offline.
• I can identify instances of bullying and cyberbullying, both on and offline, and seek help to deal with situations if they arise.

Digital Interactions

I will respectfully and responsibly interact, collaborate, and build relationships with others to create value in the digital and physical world.

• I am mindful that my actions online can affect others.
• I can identify ways of working with others in an online environment.
• I use respectful language when I communicate with others online.
• I can distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate digital interactions and content and I am able to respond to inappropriate online behaviour and content with support.
• I get permission before posting content with the information or image of others.
• I foster and maintain positive and productive digital relationships using a variety of platforms and tools.
• I will follow the established rules and use approved methods of digital communication when at school. If I am unsure if a method of digital communication is appropriate, I will seek out a teacher to get the answer.
• I will text others only during non-instructional times and only if the texting respects the learning environment.
• I will not disclose or post confidential, personal or sensitive information pertaining to myself or other persons, including but not limited to family members, teachers, students or friends. 

Digital Learning

I will evaluate and select information sources and digital tools based on the relevance to specific learning tasks.

• I can ask for help when I am engaging with a new tool, device and/or application.
• I can handle technology devices with care.
• I practice problem solving and troubleshooting strategies when I am engaging a new tool, device and/or application.
• I can validate the accuracy of digital information and resources.
• I will access only those resources that have been authorized by CBE staff and will not access resources for others, or ask others to access resources on their behalf, where authorization does not exist. 

Digital Rights and Responsibilities

I understand regulations governing the use of digital content, products and services, data storage, and ownership

• I understand that there are ownership rights and responsibilities for digital content created by myself and others.
• I will respect digital copyright and fair use of content.
• I know where my data is being stored and how it may be used.
• I know how to cite content that I use.

Digital Safety and Security

I will responsibly manage and protect digital identity and online presence.

• I manage and control the distribution and sharing of my personal information.
• I will be a good online citizen and not do anything that hurts other people or is against the law.
• I will ensure that passwords are kept private and are not shared.
• I will make sure that security systems are not intentionally bypassed and evidence of inappropriate activities are not deleted.
• I will not carry out any unauthorized downloading, hacking or illegal activities.
• I will be responsible for any technology that I bring to school and recognize the potential risks, such as loss or breakage, of bringing my own devices to school.
• I understand that the school is not responsible for loss or damage to personal devices brought to school.

Digital Commerce 

I understand and recognize the nature of commercial transactions in the digital world.

• I know that school is not a place to make digital purchases. 

I understand that any violation of this regulation/Agreement, or the principles or expectations set out in it, may result in:

• Loss of access privileges
• Student disciplinary measures under Administrative Regulation 6005 - Student Code of Conduct and Administrative Regulation 6006 - Progressive Student Discipline.
• Legal action, including actions taken by the CBE, by persons unrelated to the CBE, and referral 
for criminal prosecution.