Acceptable Use Policy

Responsible and Safe Use of Technology and Online Resources

Code of Online Conduct

Queensgate International School provides online systems and resources for use by students, staff, and teachers through online courses, resources, and training. This includes all materials accessed through any electronic devices or telecommunications network. All Queensgate policies, procedures, codes of behaviour, and rules apply to the use of online systems and resources provided by or on behalf of Queensgate International School.

This Code of Online Conduct protects the rights and safety of all stakeholders. Queensgate takes appropriate measures to ensure the security of its facilities and information. Queensgate reserves the right to monitor the use of online resources and learning tools by all who access the systems.

Individual Safety Rules

Protect yourself and others by following these essential safety guidelines

Personal Information

Never reveal personal identity information (name, address, phone number, age, physical description, or school) to strangers online. Do not reveal such information in public online forums.

Other's Information

Do not reveal personal information about others without their permission. Respect the privacy of fellow students, staff, and community members.

Passwords

Never reveal your access password or that of anyone else. Keep your login credentials secure and confidential at all times.

Images

Do not send pictures of yourself or others over an electronic network without prior permission from all parties involved.

Suspicious Messages

Report immediately to a teacher any message or request that bothers you or suggests personal contact from unknown individuals.

Field Trips

Never publish specific dates, times, and locations of field trips to unauthorized individuals or public forums for safety reasons.

Unacceptable Sites and Materials

Controversial Content

Do not intentionally access material considered inappropriate or offensive. Report accidental access immediately to your teacher or administrator.

Online systems must not be used to access sites containing discriminatory or harassing material.

Prohibited Content

Do not access, upload, download, store, display, distribute, or publish information that:

Advocates illegal acts or facilitates unlawful activity

Threatens or intimidates others

Uses inappropriate or abusive language or conduct

Contains inappropriate religious or political messages

Violates the rights of others

Is racially, culturally, or religiously offensive

Encourages use of controlled substances or illegal acts

Is defamatory, abusive, obscene, or sexually explicit

Contains personal information or images without consent

Constitutes sexual harassment or inappropriate romantic overtones

Solicits on behalf of a business or commercial organization without authorization

Supports bulk mail, junk mail, or 'spamming'

Propagates chain letters

Attempts to hide or misrepresent the identity of the sender

Queensgate Use Guidelines

Usage Limits

Keep online use reasonable in terms of time and volume of information transferred. Be mindful of bandwidth and system resources.

Reporting Harm

Report any harm to the system or information immediately to your teacher or IT administrator. This includes technical issues and security concerns.

Prohibited Uses and Activities

Unauthorized Software

Do not copy, download, install, or run viruses or inappropriate materials on school systems.

Damage

Do not cause damage to computer equipment, files, or network infrastructure.

Account Misuse

Do not use another person's account or cause a user to lose access to their account.

Unauthorized Access

Do not tamper with hardware, software, or network configurations without authorization.

Information Misuse

Do not compromise others by unauthorized copying or use of information.

Security Breaches

Do not attempt to breach security measures or hack the system in any way.

Consequences for Violating This Policy

Inappropriate use of online access could result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to:

Suspension or termination of technology privileges
Academic penalties
In-school or out-of-school suspension
Expulsion from the school
Legal action and/or police involvement for serious violations

Online Publishing Guidelines

If you publish content representing Queensgate International School, follow these guidelines

Ensure information published online meets Queensgate policies and guidelines

Links to outside sites must meet content quality standards

Clearly identify the publisher of any information collection

Ensure information is current and accurate

Do not publish personal information without permission

Do not publish specific details of field trips for safety reasons

Ensure all published work is original or cleared for copyright

All advertising is subject to approval by the supervisory officer

All web pages on the Queensgate site are property of Queensgate International School

Liability

Queensgate International School makes no warranties regarding its online services, resources, equipment, or facilities. The school provides these resources on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

Queensgate is not responsible for the operability and safety of any program or file posted on its systems by third parties. Users access and use online resources at their own risk.

Users are responsible for their own actions when using school technology and online resources.

Your Commitment to Responsible Technology Use

By using Queensgate International School's technology resources, you agree to follow this Acceptable Use Policy. Responsible use of technology is essential for maintaining a safe, productive, and respectful learning environment for all members of our school community.

Remember: All online activities may be monitored to ensure compliance with this policy and to maintain the safety and security of our school community.

Questions About This Policy?

If you need clarification on any aspect of our Acceptable Use Policy, please contact your teacher or the administration.

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