Education Use Only
What should school electronic resources and storage space only be used for?
Educational purposes related to schoolwork.
Whose permission is needed before accessing the Internet?
The staff member in charge.
Can you share your password with another student?
No
What kind of online statements are not allowed about students or staff?
Harassing, threatening, insulting, or obscene statements.
Is it okay to copy software or media without permission?
No, that violates copyright laws.
What is the district Gmail account allowed to be used for?
School-related educational purposes only.
Can students connect to personal WiFi while on school grounds?
No, only the school’s secure wireless connection.
What should you do if you learn another student’s password?
Do not use it.
Can you upload a photo of yourself to an unsecured public site without permission?
No, you need teacher and parental permission.
What is the rule about computer viruses?
Do not introduce or use them.
At what grade level is a district Gmail account provided?
Grade 8 (after age 13)
Who decides if students can use personal devices at school?
The building administrator and/or classroom teacher.
What should you do if you notice a problem with your account?
Report it to the technonolgy teachers.
What kinds of groups are protected from discriminatory or hateful content?
Race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, etc.
Is tampering with hardware or another user’s files allowed?
No, it is prohibited.
Can students use district accounts for personal or commercial purposes?
No, only for schoolwork.
What happens if a personal device is misused at school?
It becomes a disciplinary issue.
Why is student computer use not private?
Because the district can monitor activity to enforce rules.
What should students do to ensure ethical use of AI tools?
Use them responsibly as learning support and cite them if used in work.
What is prohibited regarding teachers’ and administrators’ communications?
Blocking, intercepting, or interfering with emails or messages.
Who must give explicit permission for students to communicate with groups?
A Stamford Public Schools staff member.
Why must students avoid games with objectionable content?
Because they are inappropriate for school use.
What type of personal information should never be transmitted online?
Address, phone number, or confidential information.
What type of personally identifiable information should never be shared with AI tools?
Personal information of yourself or others.
Where do the rules apply if misuse outside of school disrupts learning?
Both on-campus and off-campus use of school systems or devices.