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Local, state, and
federal funds have been used to purchase computers,
handhelds, and laptops. These
policies will be followed to insure proper utilization and security
from loss or damage to state-funded
or Federally-funded assets. These policies are as
follows:
- Eligibility.
All students are eligible for services as
long as their AUP privileges are intact. Students with
dyslexia, or who require TAKS modifications on computer, or
with special needs (IDEA students are served in a different
way) will have priority to the equipment.
- Location. All
technology tools are
acquired and required
to be returned to the Technology Studio and a member of
the technology staff.
- Hours of availability.
technology tools are available upon appointment with the Technology
Director. Make an appointment by email.
- Duration of availability.
technology tools may be used year around for educational purposes as long
as the student follows the AUP and is employed by the
district. Upon resignation, administrative leave, or
termination, the technology tools is to be returned to the Technology
Department immediately. Failure to return a technology
tools will
result in the suspension of pay and or criminal charges.
- Fines/penalties. Negligence
may result in fines and or fees to be paid to the district for
reimbursement of lost or damaged technology equipment.
- Checkout guidelines.
technology tools checked out to students must be maintained and handled
with care. Damaged, lost, stolen, or improperly
working technology tools must be reported immediately, as most
technology tools
have warrantees in effect. Failure to notify the district
may result in a fine and restriction from technology use.
Responsibility Agreements
Each borrower must agree to these terms
prior to checkout by signing a responsibility agreement form and to
following the computer maintenance guidelines.
All technology tools in the district are still under
warrantee.....so if something goes wrong with one...please notify the
Technology Director immediately.
Technology Tools CARE
(Please refer to these pages):
(1) Do not use your technology tools on your lap!
Solid surface is best.
(2) Keep plugged in at all times....so
battery will not drain.
(3) Use a surge protector!
(4) Do NOT touch the LCD screen with your
hands or fingers! Do not let your students or children. We have some
very expensive wipes to use on the screens....if you need one...come
by the STUDIO.
(5) Do NOT kink or put strain on any of the
cords or cables. Watch the gray connector to the network!!! That is
very easy to break.
(6) Do NOT subject your technology
tools to extreme
temperatures. Don't leave in a hot car or freezing environment.
(7) Do NOT store your technology
tools unused for a
long period of time. Humidity can corrupt the system in a closed
environment like a bag or closet.
(8) DO bring to school at least once a month
to leave on the network overnight for virus scanner update.
(9) Carry your laptop
in a carrying case when transporting from one place to another. Do not
set heavy objects (books, children, suitcases) on top of the carrying
case while the laptop is in the case.
If you have a nonfunctioning, lost or
stolen item, please contact
me.
Acceptable Use Policies
In addition to technology tools checkout guidelines,
the user agrees to strictly adhere to the Arp ISD's Acceptable Use
Policies. The Arp AUP serves three primary purposes:
- Protects Arp ISD from
inappropriate resource use, security risks, and legal liability.
- Helps protect confidential and proprietary
information.
- Defines and clearly communicates Arp ISD's
expectations with respect to what is and what is
not “appropriate or acceptable” use of the Internet and other
applications.
Use and Checkout Policies:
1.
Require all users/borrowers to sign both an AUP and a Responsibility
Agreement form stating that they have read and will adhere to all
policies and procedures, and accept full responsibility of the
equipment. For students, it is required that the parent sign the same forms, prior to checkout to further eliminate legal
risk.
2.
Require all borrowers to provide a picture I.D., such as a student
I.D., library card, or state driver’s license.
3.
Require all borrowers to have some computer training before allowing
them to checkout the equipment. This training will also require that
the users
receive a basic training session which instructs users on the use of
a computer.
4.
Never allow someone other than the designated borrower pick up or
drop off loaned equipment, without prior notification or agreement.
5.
Revoke privileges if a user does not adhere to the policies and/or
damages loaned equipment.
6. Users
are required to return computer with charged battery or allow
enough time for recharging between uses. Also allow time for
technical staff to perform checks on each computer once the computer
is returned.
7.
Users are to never leave the computer unattended or anywhere
where it may be damaged by water or extreme heat/cold.
8. No
computer will be loaned to users outside the school or
organization.
9. All
users will be allowed to access network services allowed by their
user ID & password.
10. Require all computers to be
returned to the Technology Department at least once a year for
update of virus scanning software and regular district
maintenance. Computers must be returned on the date designated
by the Technology Department for this maintenance.
Technical Maintenance and Storage
1. Computers should be kept in a locked room or cabinet at all times.
Never leave computers unattended.
2.
Email any member of the technical department if you are having technical difficulties.
3.
Users are only be allowed to store files temporarily on the
equipment. Files should be transferred to network folders prior to
return. Any remaining files should be deleted prior to the return of
the equipment.
4.
Settings on the computer are standardized. Users should NOT changing any
settings, load programs or change components on any district
computer.
5.
Software and hardware problems should be reported immediately. Users
should never attempt to repair a computer.
ARP ISD RESPONSIBILITY
AGREEMENT
Please check the item you are borrowing:
| Value |
Service Tag ID # |
Estimated Replacement |
O/S |
O/S License |
| Dell technology tools Model
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| Other
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| Other components
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Reason for Checkout
Please itemize need here:
I, _____________________________, agree to
pay any costs for repair of damages incurred or
(Please print your name)
replacement due to loss or theft of the above
piece of equipment while it is in my possession. I agree to return
this equipment on request of district. (Date: _________________)
I understand that I am responsible for
returning it undamaged, including battery packs, cables,
documentation, carrying cases, etc. and for ensuring that all
instructions included with the computer for safe use and care, such as
when and how to charge the batteries are followed.
Software: I agree not to add, alter,
delete or copy any software loaded on these computers. The software
shall not be used for illegal use. No additional software is to be
loaded without permission of the appropriate loaning personnel.
I have read the organizations related
technology tools
usage, and I agree to follow the policy and stipulations above.
Checkout
Student Signature: __________________________________
SS # __________________________
(Borrower’s signature)
Parent's
Signature: ______________________________ Date:
___________________________
Return
Signature: __________________________________
Date: ___________________________
(Borrower’s signature)
Staff Signature:
______________________________ Date: ___________________________
(Staff Signature)
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