Responsible Use Policy
A Responsible Use Policy (RUP) is a policy that treats students as people who are responsible for their own ethical and appropriate use of the Internet and their devices. Students receive this information in their Student Handbook and through the 1:1 program.
This policy applies to existing and emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Renton School District supports the OSPI Human-Centered AI Guidance for K-12 Public Schools (published Jan. 2024).
Renton School District Responsible Use Policy (RUP)
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Statement of Purpose
Renton School District teachers and students use technology and internet-based tools in their classrooms on a regular basis to support student learning and prepare students to engage in the rapidly changing world. These technologies improve student communication and collaboration skills, provide an authentic audience, and extend learning beyond the classroom walls while building digital citizenship skills. Student access to technology requires responsible, courteous, efficient, and legal use. Our goal in providing access to these resources is to enhance learning experiences and to educate students in responsible and appropriate use. It is important that students and parents recognize that information posted on the internet is public, permanent, and needs to be appropriate.
Terms of Agreement:
- I agree to follow teachers’/building/district instructions when using technology.
- I agree to be polite, considerate, and to use appropriate language.
- I agree to report and/or help prevent any bullying, abuse, or harm of others.
- I agree to tell an adult if I read, see, or access something inappropriate, or if I witness inappropriate use of technology.
- I agree to follow all filters and security measures.
- I agree to use technology carefully and to conserve district resources.
- I agree not to share my passwords, except with my teacher or parent/guardian (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act or FERPA).
- I agree to use only my own files and folders. I will not access another individual’s files and folders without his/her permission.
- I agree not to reveal or post personal information belonging to myself or another person (i.e., passwords, addresses, or telephone numbers).
- I agree to use my own words and ideas when I do my work and I will make it clear when I use the words and ideas of others (I will cite my sources and follow copyright law).
- I agree to follow the technology check-out process.