Policy: Employee Computer Use

Policy: Employee Computer and Internet Use Code: GCSA

EMPLOYEE COMPUTER AND INTERNET USE

All S.A.D. #4 computers remain under the control, custody and supervision of the district or it's designee. It is the responsibility of employees to limit use of district computers, networks and Internet services to those tasks that support and/or enhance the course of instruction and effective management of the district. Given the insecure nature of electronic communications, all employees are reminded and encouraged to exercise appropriate caution and discretion concerning matters of a confidential nature.

Use of district computers, networks and Internet services for non-school purposes is permitted so long as such use does not interfere with any employee's job duties and/or performance. Such non- school use must be consistent with standards of appropriate employee conduct. Employee use of district computers, networks and/or Internet services for non-school purposes shall comply with all applicable laws and SAD #4 policies, regulations, procedures and standards. The district reserves the right to monitor all computer and Internet activity by employees. Therefore, employees are reminded that there is no expectation of privacy in their use of school computers, networks and/or Internet services.

Each employee is entitled to access and utilize the S.A.D. #4 computers, networks, and Internet services only with authorization. S.A.D. #4 computer, network and Internet services authorization shall be granted to any employee who provides a written statement acknowledging that this policy has been read and understood by the employee. This signed acknowledgement shall be retained in the employee's personnel file.

The Superintendent shall be responsible for the administration of compliance with this policy in a manner consistent with applicable employment policies and negotiated agreements. Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary actions, and possible referral to law enforcement authorities. The administration may also develop additional administrative regulations and/or procedures governing the day-to-day management and operations of the district's computer system.

In order to use the Internet on the S.A.D. #4 campus, I agree to the terms in this policy as evidenced by my signature below:

Employee’s Name______________________

Employee’s Signature___________________

Date_________________________________

First Reading: 3/12/02

Adopted: 4/9/02

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