Acceptable Use

Acceptable use statement: The primary purpose of the Internet is to support research and education in and among academic institutions in the U.S. and around the world. Transmission of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material protected by secret trade. The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a loss of privilege. Students using the Internet at Eisenhower Middle School must follow theses guidelines: 1. Be polite. Do not abuse others in any message 2. Use appropriate language. No swearing or vulgar language of any kind. 3. Never reveal your personal address or phone number, nor those of any Eisenhower student or staff member. 4. Remember that E-mail is not guaranteed to be private! Anything you write can and may be read by others. Instant Messenger is not to be used by students. Any messages relating to illegal activity may be reported to the authorities. 5. Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges! Vandalism id defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy another user, the Internet, or any agency or network. This also includes the uploading or creation of computer viruses. 6. There is no downloading of material from the Internet at any time. 7. Pornographic material is strictly forbidden. Students who access pornographic Internet sites or download pornographic material will lose all computer privileges and will receive disciplinary consequences, which may include in or out-of-school suspension.

Failure to follow any of the above guidelines may result in loss of computer use at Eisenhower, and disciplinary action may be taken!