In order to enhance student learning, Thornbury High School is committed to the provision and use of appropriate digital technologies throughout the school. Digital devices can be used in a wide range of subjects to allow students to further develop their understanding of topics. In addition to having to comply with the ICT Acceptable Use Policy, all users will have to comply with the Acceptable Use Policy for DET Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Resources. The Policy is available at here. Definition of Digital Technologies This agreement applies to digital technologies and social media tools including (although not limited to): school owned ICT devices (e.g. desktops, laptops, iPads, printers, scanners), mobile phones, bring your own devices (BYOD’s) including chrome books and iPads, email, social networking sites (e.g. Facebook), blogs, micro-blogs (e.g. Twitter), Google Apps for Education, video and photo sharing websites (YouTube) and cameras. Student Declaration When using digital technologies, I agree to be a safe, responsible and ethical user at all times by:
This ICT Acceptable Use Policy applies when a student is using any of the above digital technologies at school, at home, during school excursions, camps and extra-curricular activities. This Agreement will remain in effect for the duration of the student’s enrolment at Thornbury High School. |