6:235-E1 – Student Authorization for Access to the District’s Electronic Networks

This form accompanies Administrative Procedure 6:235-AP1, Acceptable Use of the District’s Electronic Networks. It must be signed when students will have unsupervised Internet access or when supervision will be minimal. Please submit this form to the Building Principal.

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Our School District has the ability to enhance your child’s education through the use of its electronic networks, including the Internet. Our goal in providing this service is to promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. Students and their parents/guardians need only sign this Authorization for Access to the District’s Electronic Networks once while the student is enrolled in the School District.

The District filters access to materials that may be defamatory, inaccurate, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate in the school setting. If a filter has been disabled or malfunctions it is impossible to control all material and a user may discover inappropriate material. Ultimately, parents/guardians are responsible for setting and conveying the standards that their child should follow, and the School District respects each family’s right to decide whether or not to authorize Internet access.

With this educational opportunity also comes responsibility. The use of inappropriate material or language, or violation of copyright laws, may result in the loss of the privilege to use this resource. Remember that you are legally responsible for your child’s actions. If you agree to allow your child to have a network account, sign the Authorization form below and return it to your school.

Authorization for Access to the District’s Electronic Networks Form

Students must have a parent/guardian read and agree to the following before being granted unsupervised access:

All use of the electronic networks shall be consistent with the District’s goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. The failure of any user to follow the terms of the Acceptable Use of the District’s Electronic Networks will result in the loss of privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal action. The signatures at the end of this document are legally binding and indicate the parties who signed have read the terms and conditions carefully and understand their significance.

I have read this Authorization form. I understand that access is designed for educational purposes and that the District has taken precautions to eliminate controversial material. However, I also recognize it is impossible for the District to restrict access to all controversial and inappropriate materials. I will hold harmless the District, its employees, agents, or Board members, for any harm caused by materials or software obtained via the network. I accept full responsibility for supervision if and when my child’s use is not in a school setting. I have discussed the Acceptable Use of the District’s Electronic Networks with my child. I hereby request that my child be allowed access to the District’s electronic networks, including the Internet.

Parent/Guardian Name (please print)

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Parent/Guardian Signature                                                               Date

Students must also read and agree to the following before being granted unsupervised access:

I understand and will abide by the Acceptable Use of the District’s Electronic Networks. I understand that the District and/or its agents may access and monitor my use of the District’s electronic networks, including the Internet, my email, and downloaded material, without prior notice to me. I further understand that should I commit any violation, my access privileges may be revoked, and school disciplinary action and/or legal action may be taken. In consideration for using the District’s electronic network connection and having access to public networks, I hereby release the School District and its Board members, employees, and agents from any claims and damages arising from my use of, or inability to use the District’s electronic networks, including the Internet.

Student Name (please print)

Student Signature                                                                           Date

Date Adopted:  October 12, 2011

Date Amended:  August 24, 2021