All students and their families in grades K through 8 must read, discuss and agree to the Student Internet and Computer Usage agreement and to abide by what is written in this contract.

It is the responsibility of the parents/guardians to monitor closely what their children are doing on the computer in the home, so that problems do not carry over to the school.

As the parent/guardian of a student at the Academy, I have read the Acceptable Use policy and agree to abide by its terms, and to ensure my child abides by its terms. I understand that computer and internet access at the Academy is designed for educational purposes. I am aware that it is impossible for the school to restrict access to all controversial materials and I will not hold the Academy responsible for materials acquired in use. Further, I accept full responsibility for supervision if and when my child’s use of school’s technology resources is not in a school setting.  I hereby give permission for my child to use the school’s technology resources and certify that I have reviewed this information with my child.

Students are responsible for good behavior on the school computer Internet network, virtual classes and on all school devices even when not in the school building.  Access to the Internet is provided for students to conduct research for instructional purposes and to communicate with others.  It is not being provided to access social websites, chat rooms, instant messaging, or inappropriate websites.  Access to the Internet is provided to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner, as defined in the contract.  Parent permission is required for Internet access.

Individual users of the school’s Internet network are responsible for their behavior and communications over this network.  It is presumed that users will comply with St. Francis de Sales Catholic Academy standards and will honor the agreements which they have signed.  Individuals will strive to act in all situations with honesty, integrity, and respect for the rights of others.  

The following are not permitted:
• Sending, receiving, accessing, or displaying offensive messages, pictures, or other inappropriate material
• Using obscene language
• Accessing chat rooms, instant messaging, games or other items not pertaining to school needs
• Altering another student’s work
• Hacking
• Dissemination of personal information

Students who have websites, or who post information on a website such as, but not limited to; Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Zoom, Google Meet, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, that portray St. Francis de Sales Catholic Academy, or any member of the School community in a negative light or threatens any individual will be subject to disciplinary action and may lead to dismissal, even if the posting is done outside of the school during non-school hours.

• Violations will result in the loss of computer and/or internet access
• Additional disciplinary action may be determined by the nature of the violation, with final decisions being made by the school administration