Technology Usage Policy

When I use technology, both at CSC and at home I have responsibilities and rules to follow. I agree to:

• be a safe user whenever and wherever I use that technology
• be responsible whenever and wherever I use technology and support others by being respectful in how I talk to and work with them and never write or participate in online bullying. This includes forwarding messages and supporting others in harmful, inappropriate or hurtful online behaviour
• report to an adult if I feel unsafe or uncomfortable online or see a friend being unsafe or being made to feel uncomfortable by others

When at CSC I agree to:

• behave in a way outlined in the CSC’s Code of Conduct when online or using mobile technology
• keep myself and my friends safe by not giving out personal details including full names, telephone numbers, addresses and images and protecting my password
• use the technology at CSC for learning, use the equipment properly and not interfere with the work or data of another student
• not bring or download unauthorised programs or files
• not go looking for rude or offensive sites
• use an online name and avatar when sharing my work online
• remember that the content on the web is someone’s property and ask my teacher / parent to help me get permission if I want to use information or pictures
• think carefully about what I read on the internet, question if it is from a reliable source and use the information to help me answer any questions (I should not copy and paste the information as my answer)
• talk to my teacher or another adult if:
  • I need help online
  • I am not sure what I should be doing on the internet
  • I come across sites which are not suitable
  • someone writes something I don’t like, or makes me and my friends feel uncomfortable or asks me to provide information that I know is private
  • I feel that the welfare of other students at the CSC are being threatened

When using my mobile device as a camera I will:

• Only take photos and record sound or video when it is part of a class or lesson.
• Seek permission from individuals involved PRIOR to taking photos, recording sound or videoing them (including teachers).
• Seek written permission from individuals involved PRIOR to publishing or sending photos, recorded sound or video to anyone else or to any online space.
• Be respectful in how I talk to and work with others online and never write or participate in online bullying.
• Seek teacher permission before uploading any content to websites, blog etc.

This Acceptable Use Policy for Mobile Devices also applies to students during excursions, camps and extra-curricular activities.