CMA Student Technology Handbook 2013-14

CITY OF MEDICINE ACADEMY One-to-One Student Computing

Student/Parent Technology Handbook January, 2013

CONTENTS Contents..........................................................................................................................................................................2 One-to-One Student Computing Program at City of Medicine Academy.......................................................................4 Learning Environment Extension Program.....................................................................................................................4 LEEP Frequently Asked Questions by Parents ...........................................................................................................4 Technology Asset Check Out / Student & Parent Agreement Requirements............................................................6 Policies.............................................................................................................................................................................6 DPS Technology Acceptable Use Policy......................................................................................................................6 DPS Code of Student Conduct Policy..........................................................................................................................6 CMA Behavioral Consequences..................................................................................................................................7 Procedures......................................................................................................................................................................7 Helpdesk Request Procedure.....................................................................................................................................7 Laptop Loaner Procedure...........................................................................................................................................8 Daily Check-out and Check-in Process if not Participating in LEEP............................................................................9 Lost or Stolen Laptop Procedure..............................................................................................................................10 Damaged Laptop Procedure.....................................................................................................................................11 Educational Technology Tools......................................................................................................................................11 Google Apps for Education.......................................................................................................................................12 Edmodo.....................................................................................................................................................................12 Atomic Learning........................................................................................................................................................12 Discovery Education.................................................................................................................................................13 Other Important Links to Know................................................................................................................................13 District Use and Care Guidelines for Technology Devices ..........................................................................................13 General Guidelines...................................................................................................................................................13 2

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What if something goes wrong?...............................................................................................................................14 General Care.............................................................................................................................................................14 Carrying the Computer (specific provisions for laptop users)..................................................................................14 Taking Care of the Screen.........................................................................................................................................14 Maintaining your Battery..........................................................................................................................................15 Getting Started With Your MacBook Pro.................................................................................................................15 Getting to know your MacBook Pro.....................................................................................................................15 Using the Trackpad...............................................................................................................................................16 Using Your MacBook Pro .........................................................................................................................................17 General Safety Instructions .....................................................................................................................................17 Connectors and Ports ..............................................................................................................................................18 Avoid Hearing Damage ............................................................................................................................................18 Best Practices for charging your computer..............................................................................................................18 Preloaded software.......................................................................................................................................................19 Applications on your MacBook Pro..........................................................................................................................19 Frequently Asked Questions by Students about Macs.................................................................................................20 DPS Mac Tip sheet.........................................................................................................................................................20 Durham Wi-Fi Locations................................................................................................................................................22 Restaurants / Food Service.......................................................................................................................................22 Appendix A – Technology Acceptable Use Policy.........................................................................................................29 Appendix B – Code of Student Conduct Policy.............................................................................................................36 Appendix D – DPS Learning Environment Extension Program (LEEP) Student / Parent Technology Device Usage Agreement....................................................................................................................................................................50 Appendix E – DPS Technology Accidental Damage Report Form.................................................................................56

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ONE-TO-ONE STUDENT COMPUTING PROGRAM AT CITY OF MEDICINE ACADEMY The City of Medicine Academy (CMA) takes great pride in the education our students receive while entrusted to our faculty and our school. We firmly believe that infusing technology into every aspect of our teaching and learning strengthens our student’s ability to master 21 st Century Skills and sets them apart from their peers across the nation. Our One-to-One Student Technology Program provides a MacBook Pro for each of our students. With this privilege comes great responsibility. This Student-Parent Technology Handbook is intended to help outline processes and procedures as well as explicitly provide the responsibilities that go along with our state-of-the-art, one-to-one technology program.

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT EXTENSION PROGRAM The City of Medicine has requested of the Superintendent of Durham Public Schools (DPS) and received approval to participate in the Learning Environment Extension Program (LEEP). The LEEP program exists in order to provide DPS students extended access to 21st century teaching and learning outside of the school day and outside of the school walls. DPS has program structures, such as 1:1 School Technology Programs that allow this to be possible in today’s environment.

LEEP FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY PARENTS Below are questions that parents frequently ask regarding the LEEP program.

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Will the MacBook assigned to my child at school be the only technology device that will come home if I allow it?

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Why do I want to allow my child to bring the MacBook home?

Access to your MacBook Pro and an integrated curriculum using that technology has been shown to raise student performance, particularly in 1:1 programs. The faculty is committed to using our technology in all of our curriculum studies and providing rigorous homework to challenge your child. Having access to extending your child’s learning outside of the school reinforces what is being learned during school hours and allows for practical application of the day’s learning focus. CMA has identified that students need to have the core foundation of knowledge plus skills that will make them prepared for 21 st century citizenship. Some of these skills include creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration. While they are not new, technology has evolved into a tool for fostering these 21 st century skills.

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If I do not allow this, will my child’s educational experience be less effective than a parent who does allow their child to bring their device home?

Our school does not require your child to take their MacBook home in order to achieve academic success. It is at the choice of the student and parent to take advantage of the LEEP program to encourage their selfdirected learning.

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Students and parents who do not participate in the LEEP program will pick up and return their device to an area designated by the building principal on a daily basis. It is the student’s responsibility to pick up their device at the beginning of the day and drop it off before they leave for home during the designated times.

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If I have an Internet computer already at home for my child, do I really need to allow them to bring home their school-assigned MacBook?

Your student’s digital learning environment is web-based and accessible outside of the school walls if your student has an Internet connection. Minimum browser requirements do exist but if your computer is generally no older than three to four years, it should be satisfactory. However, your student’s assigned MacBook Pro comes equipped with specific programs that are necessary for them to do their assigned activities and homework.

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Will there be a fee assessed for my child’s usage of the technology?

No, DPS provided the City of Medicine Academy its 1:1 technology program and has also provided accidental damage protection for the student devices. For the 2012-13 school year, there is no fee. The Superintendent may decide at a later date (another school year) to invoke a technology fee, but none is planned at this time.

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Will I have to buy anything else for my child for the MacBook?

You do not need to purchase anything to participate in the LEEP program. As per our student handbook, students are encouraged to provide a USB thumb drive to back up their own school-related files. We recommend a USB thumb drive 16GB or higher.

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What are my responsibilities if I allow my child to bring their device home?

The DPS Student / Parent Technology Device Usage Agreement outlines the general terms and conditions for DPS parents and students participating in the LEEP program. This agreement clarifies the understanding and expectations the district has of its parents and students in the LEEP program. The Agreement includes: • • • • 8.

The orientation meeting; Return of the device; Care, maintenance, and inspections; Loss, theft and damage.

What is expected of my child if allowed to bring home the device?

The DPS LEEP Technology Use and Care Guidelines for Technology Devices outlines the expectations of students in the use and care of technology devices as assigned by DPS. 9.

Will my child’s Internet access be monitored when at home?

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Yes, DPS uses an educational Internet filter that allows your child Internet access to safe, educational sites. It works on campus and off campus. Your child is expected to follow the Board Policy 3040 – Technology Acceptable Use and Board Policy 4301 – Code of Student Conduct. (These board policies are included in your student handbook.)

10. What happens if the laptop is broken or needs to be repaired?

As noted in Question 5 above, DPS has provided accidental damage protection. If the laptop is accidentally damaged, the student should turn it into the Technology Champion with a completed DPS Technology Accidental Damage Report Form. If the damage is covered, the device should be returned from the insurance provider to your student within five to seven school days. Carelessness, neglect, or abuse is explicitly not covered. Each instance of damage will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Two examples of neglect include 1) a computer left in a computer bag outside in the rain, and 2) the use of the computer as a doorstop or step.

If the laptop is damaged due to carelessness, neglect or abuse, the principal has the discretion of requesting that the parent reimburse the school for the replacement cost of the laptop.

11. What happens if the laptop is lost or stolen?

DPS takes theft or loss of a technology device very seriously. If the loss takes place while in the possession of your student, the student and parent/guardian should immediately notify the school administrator. The filing of a police report by the parent/guardian is mandatory for insurance claim processing. In the absence of a police report, the parent/guardian will assume responsibility for the full replacement cost. The School Resource Officer (SRO) will be the first point of contact for the police report if the student is on campus.

In the event that a police report is filed for a lost or stolen device, DPS may aid the police in recovering the device. All devices are tagged with an asset label. The label is not to be tampered with or removed.

TECHNOLOGY ASSET CHECK OUT / STUDENT & PARENT AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS All students and parents will complete the “Electronic and Mobile Device Check-out and Check-in Agreement” Form when picking up their device for the first time. This form can be found in Appendix C. For students whose parents agree to participate in the LEEP program, an additional form is required, which is the “Student / Parent Technology Device Usage Agreement”. This form can be found in Appendix D.

POLICIES DPS TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY The Technology Acceptable Use Policy (Board Policy 3040) outlines the currently approved acceptable uses of DPS’s technological resources and applies to both students and faculty. A hyperlink to the most current policy is located in Appendix A of this handbook as well as a copy of the currently approved policy (December 2012).

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The Code of Student Conduct Policy (Board Policy 4301) outlines the currently approved code of conduct for all DPS students. While this comprehensive policy includes all student conduct-related policy, technology-related conduct policy is included as part of Section I.9 Electronic Devices and Section II.12 Misuse of Technology. A hyperlink to the most current policy is located in Appendix B of this handbook as well as a copy of the currently approved policy (December 2012).

CMA BEHAVIORAL CONSEQUENCES B EHAVIOR R EFERRAL (1ST INFRACTION ) - L EVEL I Laptop will be confiscated for one day. Student/Teacher conference occurs. Infraction will be documented.

Student continues to be responsible for the work completion.

B EHAVIOR R EFERRAL (2 ND INFRACTION )- L EVEL I Laptop will be confiscated for a set time. Parent/Teacher communication occurs. Behavior referral sent to Administration. ISS/OSS/ASD Students are not allowed to access laptop during this time. Student continues to be responsible for work completion!

B EHAVIOR R EFERRAL (3 RD INFRACTION )- L EVEL II OSS laptop will no longer available to student until further notice depending on infraction.

Student/Parent/Teacher Conference occurs. Behavior referral sent to Administration. ISS/OSS.ASD – student continues to be responsible for work completion! There will be possible additional consequence.

See Levels I & II of the Student Code of Conduct in Appendix B of this handbook for specific DPS Board policy.

PROCEDURES HELPDESK REQUEST PROCEDURE There are times when you will need technical assistance with your laptop. The following steps should be taken if this occurs: 1.

Access the student helpdesk request form on the CMA school website at www.tinyurl.com/CMAHelpDesk

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Before submitting a Helpdesk request, make sure you have tried all that is applicable in the Mac Tips section of the Student Handbook and have rebooted your computer.

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Fill out the Helpdesk Request form for all problems, including requests for loaner laptops.

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Once Helpdesk receives the request, you will be contacted.

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If Helpdesk deems it necessary for you to have a loaner laptop, you will be contacted to fill out a Loaner Laptop Checkout Form.

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Otherwise, you will be contacted once the issue is resolved.

LAPTOP LOANER PROCEDURE There are times when you may need to use a loaner laptop (your assigned laptop may be out for repair). The following steps should be taken to request a loaner laptop: 1.

The student must have filled out the Helpdesk Request form and been contacted by Helpdesk prior to obtaining a laptop request form.

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Fill out the Loaner Laptop Checkout Form.

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Once Helpdesk receives the form, the student will be contacted.

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After Helpdesk has initiated contact, the student brings his/her laptop to the Helpdesk, Room 103H.

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If the door is closed, knock and it will be opened.

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The student will sign and date a form to indicate he/she has turned in a laptop for repair or replacement.

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When the permanent equipment is returned to the school the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator will let the student know and the student will return the loaner laptop. The Loaner Laptop Checkout form will be completed indicating the date of the return.

DAILY CHECK-OUT AND CHECK-IN PROCESS IF NOT PARTICIPATING IN LEEP The following process exists for all CMA students who are not participating in the LEEP program.

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Late students without an excuse will NOT get their laptops for the ENTIRE day. Students with an excused note or late bus will go to the Cybrarian or the Technology Facilitator for their laptop.

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All students are to return computers to their carts and plug them in immediately following dismissal.

All students are to return computers to their carts and an assigned S.W.A.T member will plug it in immediately following dismissal.

Students requesting to use their laptop after school are required to complete the “I Need my Computer Form on the CMA website before 12:00 p.m. each day. Cybrary assistants will notify the SWAT team members if a student has made this request.

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The school will maintain discretion as to whether a student may check a loaner laptop out over any holiday or break.

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All laptops must be returned by all students after final examinations are complete but before commencement activities. The school staff has the right to hold grades until all equipment has been returned.

If students are participating in the LEEP program, a periodic audit sweep will occur by the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator and his or her delegates.

LOST OR STOLEN LAPTOP PROCEDURE If your laptop is lost or stolen, please following these steps immediately. TIMELY REPORTING OF A LOST OR STOLEN LAPTOP IS ESSENTIAL TO THE RECOVERY OF THAT LAPTOP! DPS takes theft or loss of a technology device very seriously.

If the loss takes place while on school campus, the student must report the loss/theft to the authorities and/or school administration once the student is aware of the situation. The School Resource Officer (SRO) will be the first point of contact for the police report if the student is on campus. In the event that a police report is filed for a 10

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lost or stolen device, DPS may aid the police in recovering the device. All devices are tagged with an asset label.

The label is not to be tampered with or removed. CMA School administration will complete the “Property Loss/Damage Report Form” and submit to Risk Management Services once the police report is provided to the school.

Risk Management Services will initiate contact with Security and Law enforcement to begin the process of recovering the equipment.

Risk Management Services will engage Information Technology Services to begin the process of electronic asset recovery.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR LEEP PARTICIPANTS: If the loss takes place while in the possession of your student off campus (for students participating in the LEEP Program), the student and parent/guardian should immediately notify the school administrator and file a police report by the parent/guardian, which is mandatory for insurance claim processing by DPS. In the absence of a police report, the parent/guardian will assume responsibility for the full replacement cost.

DAMAGED LAPTOP PROCEDURE Students are to report computer damage as soon as possible after the damage occurs by completing the “DPS Technology Accidental Damage Report Form” (which can be found in Appendix E) and submitting the form to the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator. TIMELINESS IS VERY IMPORTANT; CLAIMS WILL BE DENIED IF THEY ARE NOT FILED WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE DAMAGE. All student information and details concerning the incident are required before a claim can be submitted. The completed form will be kept on file by the school.

If the damage can be covered by the district’s accidental damage protection insurance, the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator will work with the IT school technician to ensure that the damage is reported. If covered, the repaired or replaced device should be returned back to the student within five school days. A loaner device may be used during the period of repair.

Carelessness, neglect, or abuse is explicitly not covered by the DPS accidental damage protection insurance. Each instance of damage will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Two examples of neglect include 1) a computer left in a computer bag outside in the rain, and 2) the use of the computer as a doorstop or step. If the laptop is damaged due to carelessness, neglect or abuse, the principal has the discretion of requesting that the parent reimburse the school for the replacement cost of the laptop.

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY TOOLS Your Instructors, Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator will grant you access to these systems as they are required as well as instruct you on the proper use of these cloud technologies.

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GOOGLE APPS FOR EDUCATION Google Apps for education is a collaborative set of applications designed to increase classroom engagement and assessment that is safe, secure and available anywhere there is an internet connection. Google Apps for Education contains the following applications for Student and Faculty use: •

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Private and shared calendars to manage time and projects

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Collaborative documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and forms.

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Email communication that is spam and advertising free.

Personal Websites for groups and individuals to share information.

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Discussion groups for students and faculty to share ideas.

EDMODO •

Edmodo is a secure social learning network for students to connect, engage and learn both inside and outside the classroom. Edmodo provides teachers with an avenue to share and embed digital content to students. In addition, Edmodo provides codes for parents to engage in their son/daughters education.

Whenever a student joins a group a parent code is generated. This code allows the parent to sign up for a free account and they can go in any time to see their son or daughter's online activity, group association, assignment deadlines and grade book.

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http://dpsnc.edmodo.com/

ATOMIC LEARNING •

Atomic Learning is a professional development training solution, technology integration, and lesson plan databank with thousands of project based learning objects for classroom instruction. Atomic Learning has short to-the-point tutorials about how to do specific functions within an application. All the tutorial lengths are between 30 seconds and 3 minutes. As of today the tutorial bank has grown to almost 50,000 tutorials on software products like Microsoft, Apple, Interactive white boards, Texas Instrument Calculators, Adobe products and many more that are used in education every day.

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DISCOVERY EDUCATION •

Discovery Education is a digital video-on-demand and online teaching service to help improve students' retention and test scores; it is aligned to state standards and Common Core. Discovery Education is a great resource for education professionals. There are lesson plans, videos, and digital learning materials for all grade levels (PreK-12) and for all subject areas including; Careers/Work Place Skills, English/Language Arts, Health, Mathematics, Research/Study Skills, Science, Social Studies, Teaching Practices, Visual and Performing Arts, and World Languages. All media content is aligned and linked to North Carolina Standards. Teachers have access to the Discovery Educator Network (DEN), which is a community of active Discovery Education users who share their expertise with colleagues and participate in regional and national professional development events. http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS TO KNOW •

www.ncwiseowl.org

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www.destiny.dpsnc.net

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www.nclearn.org

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www.sascurriculumpathways.com

DISTRICT USE AND CARE GUIDELINES FOR TECHNOLOGY DEVICES These guidelines are intended to help ensure the proper care and use of DPS-issued technology devices. This section does not list all applicable rules and may be changed from time to time. In addition to following these guidelines, students in the LEEP Program are expected to adhere to the terms of their Student / Parent Technology Device Use Agreements (Appendix D) and all applicable DPS policies and procedures. All students are also expected to use common sense and good judgment to protect their technology devices both on and off campus. Failure to follow these guidelines or other applicable rules may result in disciplinary action, loss of technology privileges, and/or financial responsibility for loss or damage.

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Although your technology device(s) is owned by Durham Public Schools, it is your responsibility. Please treat it with great care.

Follow all DPS policies and procedures at all times when using your technology device.

Do not loan your technology device or its accessories to any other person.

Back up your data frequently to a USB Thumb Drive or other reliable and approved data back-up device.

You may receive email updates applicable to all technology device users. These are important. Read them and follow up on them.

Do not share passwords or attempt to discover others’ passwords.

Do not download or install any programs, files, or games from the internet or other sources onto your technology device. All programs and files must be installed by or at the specific direction of DPS. Do not delete, uninstall, or attempt to circumvent any hardware, software, drivers, filters, or other programs or devices installed on the technology device by DPS.

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Do not tamper with any computer hardware or software, attempt to override or bypass internet filters, change network profiles or configurations, or “hack” or otherwise obtain unauthorized access to any network, computer, file, or program.

Do not use your technology device for any illegal purpose or in violation of any DPS policy or procedure.

Do not use your technology device to make, receive, or transmit any words, images, files, or other materials that are inappropriate in a public school setting.

To reduce the risk of damage, keep your technology device in the bag or carrying case you have been issued by DPS at all times when the technology device is not in use.

Periodically review this document, your Student / Parent Technology Device Agreement, and the DPS policies and procedures you were given when your technology device was issued. You are responsible for knowing and following all applicable rules and guidelines.

WHAT IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG? 1.

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When there appears to be a problem with your technology device, do not try to fix it. Follow the section in this publication entitled “HelpDesk Request Procedure”.

When necessary, plan to visit the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator before school, during break or lunch, or after school. Being with the Cybrarian or Technology Facilitator is not an excuse for being late to class.

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Each device has several identifying decals. Under no circumstances are you to modify or destroy these labels.

Do not attempt to modify your technology device in any way.

Do not “decorate” your technology device in any manner (e.g. stickers, markers, or paint).

Under no circumstances are you to open the technology device housing, as doing so may void the warranty.

Liquids and other debris can damage electronic equipment. Do not eat or drink while using the technology device.

CARRYING THE COMPUTER (SPECIFIC PROVISIONS FOR LAPTOP USERS) 1.

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Always close the lid before moving your laptop.

Closing the lid sends the laptop into standby. To prevent permanent damage to the hard drive, you should wait for your system to enter standby before moving it.

For prolonged periods of inactivity, you may want to shut down completely before closing the lid. This will help to conserve battery.

You have been provided a bag for your laptop. You must use it for transporting the laptop. Do not overfill your bag or put items in it that may scratch or otherwise damage the laptop. Use both straps when carrying your laptop bag.

Always place your laptop gently on surfaces (table, floor, ground, etc.).

TAKING CARE OF THE SCREEN 1.

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Take particular caution with the screen. The screens are very susceptible to damage from excessive pressure. In particular avoid grasping the technology device by the screen with any force.

You may clean the screen as you would a camera lens or a good pair of glasses. In particular, you may use anti-static cloths or lens cleaners designed specifically for camera lenses and glasses often sold as moist towelettes. Do not use glass cleaners, sprays, soaps, or anything else to clean your screen unless approved in advance in writing by the Help Desk.

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Never sit on your technology device bag or carrying case. Screens are easy to break and do not bend.

MAINTAINING YOUR BATTERY 1.

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You are expected to come to school with a fully charged battery. Each night when you go to sleep, so does your technology device. Plug it in for a good night’s rest.

To conserve battery life and protect hardware, technology devices should not be used on school buses or other transportation.

When you plug your technology device in at school, be mindful not to cause a tripping hazard.

Once a month it is a good idea to allow your battery to completely drain and then fully recharge.

For the LEEP to be a success, we all need to be conscientious of our surroundings. If you see an “unattended” technology device, be a good citizen and take it the main office. Avoid rough-housing as this may lead to someone’s technology device being damaged.

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR MACBOOK PRO GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACBOOK PRO As part of the New Schools Project, each student will be receiving a 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with support for millions of colors. A 2.4GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor with 3MB shared L3 cache or 2.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i7 processor with 4MB shared L3 cache, and 4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1333MHz DDR3 memory; two SO-DIMM slots support up to 8GB. The computer supports a Intel HD Graphics 3000 with 384MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory The dual display and video mirroring simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors.

Below are the parts of your MacBook and the various interfaces on the left and right sides.

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USING THE TRACKPAD •

To move the cursor, move your finger across the trackpad. How quickly you move your finger determines how far the cursor moves across the screen.

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To select an item, position the cursor on the item’s icon and press or tap the trackpad (This can be configured in System Preferences->Trackpad) and press the bottom of the trackpad. To open an item, double-click the item’s icon by pressing the trackpad twice.

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The MacBook’s trackpad can sense if you are using one finger or two. Move two fingers on the trackpad to scroll vertically or horizontally in windows with scroll bars. Do not use a pen or any other object to scroll. Never use any kind of cleaning solution on the trackpad.

P OWER B UTTON The power button is located on the upper right hand corner of your laptop. To turn off your computer manually, press and hold the power button until the screen turns off. Wait 10 seconds before pressing the button again to turn the computer back on.

B ATTERY M ETER The battery meter is a quick indicator to let you know how much charge is left on your battery without the need of turning the computer on.

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E THERNET When wireless networking is not available and wired network access is. The Ethernet port is what you can use to access the wired network.

USB The USB port allows you to connect different kinds of peripheral devices, jump drives, keyboards, and mice to name a few, via the USB port.

O PTICAL D RIVE The optical drive is for DVD and CD audio multimedia.

USING YOUR MACBOOK PRO When you are using your MacBook Pro or charging the battery, it's normal for the bottom of the case to get warm. For prolonged use, place your MacBook Pro on a flat, stable surface. Do not place your MacBook Pro on your lap or other body surface for extended periods of time. Prolonged body contact can cause discomfort and potentially a burn. The bottom of the MacBook Pro case functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the computer to the cooler air outside. The bottom of the case is raised slightly to allow airflow, which keeps the unit within normal operating temperatures. In addition, warm air is vented from the slots in the back of the case.

Important : Use only the power adapter that came with your MacBook Pro computer. Adapters for other electronic devices (including other portable computers) may look similar, but they may affect your computer’s performance or damage it. For best results, always use the power adapter and connect it to a grounded power outlet when one is available. When the adapter is connected properly, you will see a red indicator light on the end of the cable that connects to your MacBook Pro. A green indicator light signifies that your MacBook is fully charged.

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Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the manual before operating your MacBook Pro. Be sure to keep the instructions handy for your reference and for others.

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Set your MacBook Pro on a stable work surface.

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Keep your computer away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, sinks, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.

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Protect your computer from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog.

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The MacBook Pro power adapter port contains a magnet. Do not place magnetically sensitive material or devices within 1 inch (25 mm) of this port.

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Never push objects of any kind into the MacBook Pro ventilation openings.

CONNECTORS AND PORTS Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probably do not match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.

AVOID HEARING DAMAGE Important: All though DPS does not provide headphones to students, if you have your own set and use them with your laptop it is important to know that permanent hearing loss may occur if you use ear buds or headphones at high volume. Over time, your ears may adapt to a higher volume of sound, which may sound normal, but can be damaging to your hearing. Set your MacBook Pro volume to a safe level before that happens. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue using your ear buds or headphones with your MacBook Pro.

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The lithium ion battery in your MacBook pro does not develop a memory so there is no need to drain your battery and then fully charging it.

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MacBook, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air is designed to deliver up to 1000 full charge and discharge cycles before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity.

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Avoid frequent full discharges because this puts additional strain on the batter. Charging your battery often means many less full cycles. The battery prefers a partial rather than a full discharge. In other words, it is better to charge your battery often than waiting for it to die before charging it again.

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Apple does not recommend leaving your MacBook Pro plugged in all the time. Plugging your laptop in at night and using your computer during the day with the occasional recharge will prolong battery life.

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Keep your MacBook Pro in cool place. Avoid hot cars.

PRELOADED SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS ON YOUR MACBOOK PRO • General Info The most important applications are already in your Dock (the row of icons at one side of your screen), and almost all have a Help menu that provides a great introduction to them. To learn more about any particular program, open it, then select an entry under the help menu to get started.

• Safari Safari is the Mac's default web browser. Not much more to say about that.

• Microsoft Office 2011 for Mac Mac versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint use the same file type as Office for Windows and, for the most part, the compatibility is great. Search for "best practices" in Word help for how to keep things as compatible as possible. The online help is excellent, by the way, and can help you get to know the programs quickly.

• iTunes We're sure you already know about iTunes, but just in case you don't... iTunes is a central location for music, apps, videos, podcasts, and iTunes U.

• iLife iLife is for creation and fun: iPhoto for editing and organizing photos; iMovie for editing video and making movies; and GarageBand for creating music. Also included are iWeb for making webpages and iDVD for creating and burning DVDs of your own movie creations.

• iWork Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are Apple's answer to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Files you create in iWork programs can be exported in Office formats, but the resulting files are definitely not 100% compatible, so be very careful. If your files might need to be shared with people who only have Office, test first! You can get to iWork by clicking on the Applications folder on your Dock.

• Other software There are more applications to explore and have fun with, like Dictionary. Unfortunately, there's no Solitaire included - Apple's free game is Chess :)

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY STUDENTS ABOUT MACS Problem: The screen shakes when I try to log in Solution: Check for spaces before and after your login name and/or password. Also check to make sure the dot on the CAPS LOCK button on your keyboard is NOT green. If you are still unable to log in, turn in a helpdesk ticket. Your password may need to be reset.

Problem: When I open Safari, I receive an error and cannot get on the internet.

Solution: Check to make sure the wireless signal icon at the top right of your screen is black like this:

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it is grayed out like this: , click the icon, then choose TURN WI-FI OFF. You should now see the same icon, except there will be no lines. Click the icon again, and choose TURN WI-FI ON. You should see the lines on the signal moving. When you get the black wireless icon, then you are now connected. Verify that you are connected to WORKSTATION by clicking on the icon and looking for a check mark beside the word WORKSTATION.

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Menu bar: always at the top of the screen, it changes according to whichever program is open.

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Apple Menu: at the top left of the screen, always has the same contents

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AirPort: Apple's name for wireless networking.

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WiFi menu: pizza slice shape at the upper right of the menu bar.

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Keychain: a Mac OS file that stores passwords.

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System Preferences: like Control Panels in Windows. You can find it in the Apple menu. Many of these are restricted, but you can control some settings.

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⌘ - Command keys: keys to left and right of the space bar.

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The Finder is the name for the Apple desktop environment, used for locating & managing documents.

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The Dock is the row of application and folder icons at one edge of the screen. You can change its position in Apple Menu > Dock.

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Onsite at DPS schools only: at the login screen, wait for the red dot to go away before you log in.

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Switch among open programs with command-tab.

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Search your Mac by typing command-space.

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To log out, sleep, restart, or shut down, use the Apple menu. Put the Mac into “sleep mode” at school if you need it at home.

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Your H: drive should appear in the Dock and on your desktop when you log in at DPS. Always keep copies of important school documents in your "H" drive, not on the desktop or elsewhere on your Mac. Don't put non-school items on your "H" drive! Please also note that anything residing on your computer can be accessed by DPS.

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You can take screenshots by pressing shift-command-3 (or shift-command-4 to make a selection).

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When you connect an external drive to your Mac, an icon will appear on your desktop. When you're done with the drive, click and drag the icon to the trash can on your dock. (The trash can turns into an eject symbol.)

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You should never have to manually join the wireless network. If you lose your connection to the network, use the WiFi menu to turn WiFi off and on.

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Most of the time, closing all windows in a Mac program does not exit the program. To exit completely, select "Quit" from the File menu, or type Command-Q.

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The bold text to the right of the Apple menu tells you which program you’re working in. You can tell which programs are open by looking for “spotlights” under or beside Dock icons.

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You might not be able to change your own password, but you should know this anyway: the only good place for a Mac user to change their DPS password is in Apple Menu > System Preferences > Accounts on their own Mac. This will change the keychain password at the same time.

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You can use most USB mice with Macs, and the right-click and scroll wheel work just like on a PC.

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When logging in away from the DPS network on Mac OS 10.7, you should get a message that "the server CMAFS001 can't be reached." Click ok, and keep on logging in.

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Open a window in the Finder (click the face icon if you're not sure how)

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Dim your screen or shut the lid on your Mac to preserve battery life. The dim keys are F1 and F2 on your keyboard.

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Log out or shut down at the end of every day!

DURHAM WI-FI LOCATIONS Durham has numerous free and fee-based Wi-Fi hotspots conveniently located throughout the community. Choose a wireless Internet access point by type of business/organization or by location.

RESTAURANTS / FOOD SERVICE 604 at West Village

Downtown & Nearby 604 W Morgan St, West Village, Downtown Durham (919) 680-6333 Bavarian Brathaus

Southwest Durham 4010 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, South Square Shopping Ctr (919) 381-6412 Bear Rock Cafe

Southwest Durham 4015 University Dr, BB&T Plaza (919) 294-4902 Blu Seafood and Bar

West Central Durham 2002 Hillsborough Rd, Ninth Street District (919) 286-9777 Bocci Trattoria & Pizzeria

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Southeast Durham 5850 Fayetteville Rd, Sutton Station, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 206-4067 Broad Street Café

West Central Durham 1116 Broad St, Ninth Street District (919) 416-9707 Brookwood Grille

West Central Durham 2306 Elba St (919) 286-3111 Bruegger's Bagel Bakery

West Central Durham 626 Ninth St, Ninth Street District (919) 286-7897 Bruegger's Bagel Bakery

Southeast Durham 4104 Surles Ct, Shiloh Crossing (919) 941-6306 Bull City Burger and Brewery

Downtown & Nearby 107 E Parrish St, Ste 105 (919) 680-2333 Bull Street Gourmet & Market

Southwest Durham 3710 Shannon Rd, Hope Valley Square (919) 237-2398 Chick-fil-A

West Central Durham 3429 Hillsborough Rd, I-85 Exit 173 Durham Festival Centre (919) 382-9399 Chopped Greens

West Central Durham 2608 Erwin Rd, Ste 132, Pavilion East at Lakeview (919) 321-8001 City Beverage

Southeast Durham 4810 Hope Valley Rd, Hope Valley Pointe Shopping Ctr (919) 401-6500 Copa Vida Coffee

West Central Durham 2816 Erwin Rd, Erwin Terrace (919) 383-4900 Courtyard Café at the Courtyard by Marriott Durham

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(919) 309-1500 Cuban Revolution Restaurant & Bar

Downtown & Nearby 318 Blackwell St, American Tobbaco District, Downtown Durham (919) 687-4300 Dain's Place

West Central Durham 754 9th Street, Ninth Street District (919) 416-8800 Dulce Café and Gelato

Southeast Durham 5836 Fayetteville Rd, Sutton Station, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 797-0497 Durham Pizza Restaurant

West Central Durham 4707 Hillsborough Rd (919) 383-7077 El Dorado

Southeast Durham 4900 Hwy 55, Parkwest Crossing, I-40 Exit 278 (919) 361-0302 Fairview Restaurant & Bull Durham Bar

West Central Durham 3001 Cameron Blvd, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (919) 493-6699 Fishmonger's Restaurant and Oyster Bar

Downtown & Nearby 806 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham (919) 682-0128 Francesca's Dessert Caffe

West Central Durham 706-B Ninth St, Ninth Street District (919) 286-4177 Front Street Café

West Central Durham 1821 Hillandale Rd, Loehmann's Plaza, I-85 Exit 174A (919) 382-9505 Great American Grill at the Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle Park

Southeast Durham 4620 S Miami Blvd, I-40 Exit 281 (919) 941-6066 Guajillos Mexican Grill

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Southwest Durham 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd (919) 401-2600 Honey's Restaurant & Catering

West Central Durham 2700 Guess Rd, I-85 Exit 175 (919) 477-2181 Joe Van Gogh

West Central Durham 1104-B Broad St, Ninth Street District (919) 286-4800 La Tropicale Dining and Catering

Downtown & Nearby 411 W Chapel Hill St, Downtown Durham (919) 638-8444 Local Yogurt

Southeast Durham 2501 University Dr, Rockwood Shopping Ctr (919) 489-5900 Local Yogurt

West Central Durham 2816 Erwin Rd, Erwin Terrace (919) 382-7400 Mad Hatter Bakeshop and Cafe

West Central Durham 1802 W Main St, Ninth Street District (919) 286-1987 Maggiano's Little Italy

Southwest Durham 8030 Renaissance Pkwy,The Streets at Southpoint, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 572-0070 McAlister's Deli

Southwest Durham 5318 New Hope Commons Dr Ext, Indigo Corners (919) 419-9083 McDonald's

West Central Durham 3533 Hillsborough Rd (919) 383-6989 McDonald's

East Central Durham 1010 N Miami Blvd, The Village Shopping Center (919) 688-7389 McDonald's

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102 W Morgan St, Downtown Durham (919) 688-3070 MediTerra Grill

West Central Durham 2608 Erwin Rd, Pavilion East at Lakeview, Ste 136 (919) 383-0066 My Sister's Kitchen

Southeast Durham 4716 NC Hwy 55 (919) 484-0200 Nineteen Golf Grill

West Central Durham 3001 Cameron Blvd, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club (919) 490-0999 x 6934 Ninth Street Bakery

Downtown & Nearby 136 E Chapel Hill St, at Five Points, Downtown Durham (919) 286-0303 Parizade

West Central Durham 2200 W Main St, Erwin Square, Ninth Street District (919) 286-9712 Piper's Deli

Southwest Durham 3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd (919) 489-2481 Respite Cafe

Downtown & Nearby 115 N Duke St, Downtown Durham (919) 294-9737 Rick's Diner & Catering Co.

Southwest Durham 3710 Shannon Rd, Hope Valley Square (919) 419-0907 Ruby Tuesday

West Central Durham 1058 W Club Blvd, Northgate Mall, I-85 Exit 176 (919) 286-5100 Ruth's Chris Steak House at the Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Hotel

Southwest Durham 7007 Fayetteville Rd, Renaissance Center at Southpoint, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 361-0123 Saladelia Cafe and Catering

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Southwest Durham 4139 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd (919) 489-2848 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 1817 Martin Luther King Pkwy, The Commons at University Place (919) 403-6676 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 6813 Fayetteville Rd, Renaissance Center at Southpoint, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 544-4132 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 4037 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Inside Target, South Square Shopping Ctr (919) 765-0008 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 8210 Renaissance Pkwy, Inside Target, Renaissance Village, I-40 Exit 276 (919) 425-0001 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 5319 New Hope Commons Dr, Bldg F, Ste 105, I-40 Exit 270 (919) 493-2471 Starbucks

Southwest Durham 4834 Hwy 55, Parkwest Crossing, I-40 Exit 278 (919) 293-0232 Subway

West Central Durham 705 Ninth St, Ninth Street District (919) 286-3030 The Cookery

Downtown & Nearby 1101 W Chapel Hill St, Downtown Durham (919) 801-7290 The Palace International Restaurant

West Central Durham 1104 Broad St, Ninth Street District (919) 416-4922 Tipton's Restaurant at Hilton Durham

West Central Durham 3800 Hillsborough Rd, I-85 Exit 173 (919) 383-8033 Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt

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APPENDIX A – TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY The Technology Acceptable Use Policy can be found at the DPS public website located at the following URL http://www.dpsnc.net/about-dps/district-policies/523/3040-internet-acceptable-use-by-students.

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Durham Public Schools (DPS) offers a county-wide area computer network with Internet access for students, teachers, and staff. Teachers and staff also have access to e-mail through the school system’s network. The network and other school system technological resources provide opportunities to enhance instruction, appeal to different learning styles and meet the educational goals of the Board.

Through the school system’s technological resources, users can observe events as they occur around the world, interact with others on a variety of subjects, and acquire access to current and in-depth information. Access includes local, national and international connections to (1) libraries, companies, agencies and businesses; (2) discussion groups on a variety of subjects; (3) information news services; and (4) electronic mail communication.

Acceptable uses of technological resources are limited to activities that support learning and teaching, except when otherwise specifically authorized by the Superintendent in the best interest of the school system. Use of technological resources should be integrated into the educational program.

Technological resources should be used in teaching the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and in meeting the educational goals of the Board. Teachers are encouraged to further incorporate the use of technological resources into their lesson plans.

This policy applies to all students and employees (including teachers, administrators, and staff), as well as any other users who are expressly authorized by the Durham Public Schools to use school system technological resources, including, but not limited to, Board of Education members, contractors, consultants, and temporary workers.

The Superintendent shall ensure that each school provides instruction to students regarding appropriate online behavior, including safe use of social networking and chat websites, and cyber bullying awareness and response. The Superintendent also shall ensure that school system computers with Internet access comply with federal requirements regarding filtering software, Internet monitoring and Internet safety policies. The Superintendent shall develop any regulations and submit any certifications necessary to meet such requirements. In addition, the Superintendent or Designee shall develop any other rules, procedures, forms or other guidance needed to implement this policy.

3040.1/5150.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR USE OF TECHNOLOGICAL RESOURCES Durham Public Schools Board of Education realizes that today’s 21st Century classrooms must use technology in order to achieve the district’s academic goals for its students.

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School system technological resources include, but are not limited to computers, interactive whiteboards, mobile devices, websites, networks, servers, the Internet, phones, copiers, facsimile machines, televisions and video-recorders, e-mail accounts, and licensed software.

Students are given the privilege to use the Internet along with the responsibility of using it properly.

Students are responsible for exhibiting high standards of behavior in using the school system’s technological resources as set forth in Board Policy 4301 Code of Student Conduct. Using the Information and Technology Essential Standards, students will be taught safe, ethical, and responsible uses of technological resources.

Staff members will instruct students in the correct use of these resources, and ensure that students read and understand the guidelines established by the district; however, the ultimate responsibility for a student's actions in using the technological resources rests with the student.

Failure to adhere to the requirements of this policy may result in disciplinary action, which may include immediate revocation of user privileges, suspension of access to school system computers, other disciplinary action, dismissal and/or appropriate legal action. Misuse or damage of any school system technological resource may result in disciplinary action and/or criminal prosecution under applicable state and federal law.

Employees should maintain the highest ethical behavior in using the Internet and should promote that behavior among students. When using technological resources in the classroom, instructional personnel shall: Make every attempt to maintain the curricular focus of Internet use by locating and directing students toward sites on the Internet that support that focus; Make reasonable efforts to supervise a student’s use of the Internet during instructional time and ensure that it is in a manner that is appropriate to the student’s age and circumstances of use; Model and provide instruction in the ethical and appropriate use of the Internet in a proper school setting as provided in this policy; and Follow the same criteria of Internet resources that are applicable to all instructional materials under the Board Policy 3015 Selection of Instructional Resources.

3040.2/5150.2 GUIDELINES FOR ACCEPTABLE USE: ALL USERS School system technological resources are provided for school-related authorized purposes only.

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be used for charitable endeavors without prior approval of the Superintendent or Designee. School system technological resources shall not be used for political purposes.

Under no circumstance may software purchased by the school system be copied for personal use. Users must obtain permission from the Technology Services Department prior to copying or loading school system software onto any computer, whether the computer is privately owned or is a Durham Public School System computer; Students and employees must comply with all Board policies, administrative regulations, and school standards and rules in using technological resources. All applicable laws, including those relating to copyrights and trademarks, confidential information, and public records, apply to technological resource use. Any use that violates state or federal law is strictly prohibited. All rules of the Code of Conduct apply to students’ use of the Internet and other technological resources.

No user of technological resources, including a person sending or receiving electronic communications, may engage in creating, intentionally accessing, downloading, storing, printing or transmitting images, graphics (including still or moving pictures), sound files, text files, documents, messages or other material that is obscene, defamatory, profane, pornographic, harassing, abusive or considered to be harmful to minors.

Users of technological resources may not send electronic communications fraudulently (i.e., by misrepresenting the identity of the sender).

Users must respect the privacy of others. When using e-mail, blogs or other forms of electronic communication, students must not reveal personally identifiable, private or confidential information, such as the home address, telephone number, credit or checking account information or social security number of themselves or fellow students. In addition, school employees will follow the guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Board Policy 4200 Student Records and Board Policy 4207 Directory Information when publishing student information. Users also may not forward or post personal communications without the author’s prior consent.

Users may not intentionally or negligently damage computers, computer systems, electronic devices, software, computer networks and/or data of anyone connected to the server or the Internet or waste computer resources. Users may not knowingly or negligently transmit computer viruses or selfreplicating messages or deliberately try to degrade or disrupt system performance. The technology department provides antivirus software for all DPS-owned or leased computers. Users must not disable any antivirus programs from running on those computers.

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software, and all other forms of software and files not directly related to the instructional and administrative purposes of the Durham Public School System.

Users are prohibited from engaging in unauthorized or unlawful activities, such as “hacking” or using the computer network to gain or attempt to gain unauthorized or unlawful access to other computers, computer systems or accounts.

Users are prohibited from using another individual’s computer account. Users may not read, alter, change, block, execute or delete files or communications belonging to another user without appropriate authorization or the owner’s express prior permission. In addition, employees shall not share or reveal their passwords or user IDs for any data system. All employees with access to NCWISE or other sensitive data are responsible for safeguarding their user IDs and passwords.

If a user identifies a security problem on a technological resource, he or she must immediately notify a supervisor without demonstrating the problem to other users. Unauthorized attempts to log onto any school system computer or the Durham Public School System network as a system administrator may result in cancellation of user privileges and/or additional disciplinary action. Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of problems with other computer system may be denied access.

Views may be expressed as representing the view of the school system or part of the school system only with prior approval by the Superintendent or Designee.

School system technological resources may not be used to interfere with or disrupt other users, services, or equipment. Disruptions include, but are not limited to, distribution of unsolicited advertising; propagation of computer viruses; distribution of large quantities of information that may overwhelm the system; posting personal or private information about the user or other people on the Internet; arranging or agreeing to meet with someone the user has met on-line for purposes other than official school business; posting information that could be disrupting, cause damage, or endanger students or staff; and accessing chat-rooms or instant messaging software, unless for a valid educational purpose or official school business.

Using school system computers for illegal, harassing, or inappropriate purposes, or in support of such activities, is prohibited. Illegal activities are any violations of federal, state, or local laws and include, but are not limited to, copyright infringement and/or illegal file sharing; committing fraud; threatening another person; or intentionally engaging in communications for the purpose of abusing, annoying, threatening, terrifying, harassing, or embarrassing another person. Harassment includes, but is not limited to, slurs, comments, jokes, innuendoes, unwelcome compliments, cartoons, visual depictions, pranks, or verbal conduct relating to an individual that (1) have the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment; (2) have the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or school performance, or (3) interfere with school operations.

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displaying, or viewing inappropriate or offensive material, including pornographic, obscene, discriminatory, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, disrespectful, or sexually suggestive language or images, or images of exposed private body parts; and accessing material advocating illegal acts or violence, including hate literature.

3040.3/5150.3 INTERNET SAFETY The Board is aware that there is information on the Internet that is not related to the educational program. The Board also is aware that the Internet may provide information and opportunities to communicate on subjects that are not suitable for school-age children and that many parents would find objectionable. School system personnel shall take reasonable precautions to prevent students from having access to inappropriate materials, such as violence, nudity, obscenity or graphic language that does not serve a legitimate pedagogical purpose. The Superintendent shall ensure that the Internet service provider or technology personnel have installed a technology protection measure that blocks or filters Internet access to audio or visual depictions that are obscene, that are considered pornography or that are harmful to minors. Employees may have a different level of blocks or filters based on district guidelines.

3040.4/5150.4 PRIVACY Durham Public School System electronic information resources, the Internet, and use of e-mail are not inherently secure or private. No right of privacy exists in the use of technological resources. Users shall have no expectation of privacy while using school system technological resources. Users should not assume that files or communications created or transmitted using school system technological resources or stored on servers or hard drives of individual computers will be private. School system administrators or individuals designated by the Superintendent may review files, monitor all communication, and intercept e-mail messages to maintain system integrity and to ensure compliance with Board policy and applicable laws and regulations. School system personnel shall monitor online activities of individuals who access the Internet via a school-owned computer. The Board reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary action based on the user’s inappropriate or illegal use or use that is in violation of this policy. Communications relating to or in support of illegal activities will be reported to the appropriate authorities. Information in electronic messages is not anonymous and is subject to disclosure to third parties under state and/or federal law in certain circumstances.

3040.5/5150.5 PERSONAL WEBSITES The Superintendent may use any means available to request the removal of personal websites that substantially disrupt the school environment or that utilize school system or individual school names, logos or trademarks without permission.

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system computers during non-school hours, when the student’s online behavior has a direct and immediate effect on school safety or maintaining order and discipline in the schools, the student may be disciplined in accordance with Board Policy 4301 Student Code of Conduct.

2. Employees Employees are to maintain an appropriate relationship with students at all times. Employees are encouraged to block students from viewing personal information on employee personal websites or online networking profiles in order to prevent the possibility that students could view materials that are not age-appropriate. Employees may not use personal web sites or online networking profiles to post information in an attempt to communicate with students in their roles as school system employees. If an employee creates and/or posts inappropriate content on a website or profile or engages in any direct communication with students, parents, supervisors or co-workers (whether by email, instant messaging, or other digital media) and it has a negative impact on the employee’s ability to perform his or her job as it relates to working with students, the employee will be subject to discipline up to and including dismissal. This section applies to all employees, volunteers and student teachers working in the school system.

3040.6/5150.6 EMPLOYEE PERSONAL USE The Board expects that employee use of technological resources will be related to the school system’s goals of educating students and/or conducting school system business. The Board recognizes, however, that some personal use is inevitable, and that incidental and occasional personal use that is infrequent or brief in duration is permitted so long as it occurs on personal time, does not interfere with the employee’s work or school system business, and is not otherwise prohibited by Board policy or regulations, Durham Public School System procedures, or applicable law.

3040.7/5150.7 CARE OF PROPERTY Users of Durham Public School System computers are expected to respect school system property and be responsible in using the equipment. Users are to follow all instructions regarding maintenance or care of the equipment. Users may be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by intentional or negligent acts in caring for computers while under their control. The school system is responsible for any routine maintenance or standard repairs to school system computers. Users are expected to timely notify the Technology Services Department of any need for service.

3040.8/5150.8 NO WARRANTIES The Durham Public School System makes no warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, for the electronic information resources it is providing. The board will not be responsible for any damages suffered by users, including loss of data resulting from delays, non-delivery, service interruptions, or any other cause. The board will not be responsible for any claims, losses, damages, costs, or other obligations arising from the unauthorized use of school system electronic information resources. Use of 34

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any information obtained via the Internet is at the user’s risk. The board specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its service. Users are responsible for any losses sustained by the Durham Public School System resulting from the user’s intentional misuse of the school system’s electronic information resources.

3040.9/5150.9 APPLICATION OF PUBLIC RECORDS LAW All information created or received for work purposes and stored on or contained in the school system’s computer resources or electronic data files is subject to public disclosure unless an exception to the Public Records Law applies. This information may be purged or destroyed only in accordance with the applicable records retention schedule and the State Division of Archives regulations.

Para leer en español Vea en formato PDF Legal References: U.S. Const. amend I; Children’s Internet Protection Act, 47 U.S.C. 254(h)(5); Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. 2510-2522; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, 20 U.S.C. 1232g; 17 U.S.C. 101 et seq.; 20 U.S.C. 6777; G.S. 115C-325(e), -391 Children's Internet Protection Act Cross Reference: Board Policy 4301; Code of Student Conduct; Board Policy 3015 Selection of Instructional Resources; Board Policy 3060 Copyright.

Adopted Effective: January 24, 1996 Revised Effective: July 1, 1999 Revised Effective: December 13, 2001 Revised Effective: May 26, 2011 Revised Effective: December 20, 2012

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APPENDIX B – CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY The Code of Student Conduct Policy can be found at the DPS public website located at the following URL http://www.dpsnc.net/about-dps/district-policies/524/4301-code-of-student-conduct.

Policy 4301

CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT

Each student in the Durham Public Schools is responsible for exhibiting the highest standards of behavior. The code of student conduct sets out system wide expectations for student behavior designed to provide the best possible school climate. This code does not restrict the authority of teachers, sitebased teams or principals to make individual school or class rules, not inconsistent with this code.

Applicability of Code: All students shall comply with the Code of Student Conduct while on educational property, which includes any school building or bus, school campus, grounds, recreational area, athletic field, or other property under the control of the board of education. Students may also be disciplined for conduct that occurs off educational property that violates this Code of Conduct if the conduct has or is reasonably expected to have a direct and immediate impact on the orderly and efficient operation of the schools or the safety of individuals in the school environment.

Definitions Alternative Education Services – part or full-time programs, wherever situated, providing direct or computer-based instruction that allows a student to progress in one or more core courses.

Board – the Durham Public Schools Board of Education.

Day or Days – school days excluding teacher workdays, holidays, vacations days and weekends.

Destructive Device - Destructive device. – An explosive, incendiary, or poison gas: a.

Bomb.

b.

Grenade.

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Rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces.

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Missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than one-quarter ounce.

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Mine.

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Device similar to any of the devices listed.

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Expulsion – permanent exclusion of a student from registering, enrolling or attending any Durham Public school. This exclusion also includes riding in a school-owned or operated vehicle and prohibits the student from participating in school activities or entering any school property.

Firearm – Any of the following: A weapon, including a starter gun, which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive.

The frame or receiver of any such weapon.

Any firearm muffler or firearm silencer.

The term “firearm” does not include an inoperable antique firearm, BB gun, stun gun, air rifle, or air pistol.

Long-Term Suspension – exclusion from the school to which the student was assigned at the time of the disciplinary action and from participation in school activities or events for a period in excess of ten days but not to exceed the remainder of the school year, except that if the offense leading to the long-term suspension occurs in the final quarter of the school year, the exclusion may extend to the end of the first semester of the following school year.

Parent – includes the natural parent, legal guardian, legal custodian or other caregiver adult who is acting in the place of a parent and is entitled under state law to enroll the student in school.

Principal – includes the principal and the principal’s designee.

School Personnel – includes the following: Any Board employee; Any person working on school grounds or at a school function under a contract or written agreement with the school system to provide educational or related services to students; Any person working on school grounds or at a school function for another agency providing educational or related services to students.

Short-term suspension – exclusion from school and participation in school activities or events for up to ten days.

Superintendent – includes the Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee.

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When a principal has personal knowledge or actual notice from school personnel that an act has occurred on school property involving assault resulting in serious personal injury, sexual assault, sexual offense, rape, kidnappings, indecent liberties with a minor, assault involving the use of a weapon, possession of a firearm in violation of the law, possession of a weapon in violation of the law, possession of a controlled substance in violation of the law, assault on a school employee, robbery, armed robbery, homicide, manslaughter, or death by vehicle, the principal shall report the act to the appropriate local law enforcement agency, notify parents/guardians of any alleged student victim of a violent crime and notify the Superintendent or designee. Notification must occur in writing or by electronic mail by the end of the workday in which the incident occurred, when reasonably possible, but not later than the end of the following workday. The superintendent must also provide the information to the school board.

The principal may notify law enforcement of any other potential criminal conduct or incident which may jeopardize the safety, security or well-being of the school environment.

CONSEQUENCES AND BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS Violation of Board policies, the Code of Student Conduct, regulations issued by the individual school or an individual teacher, or North Carolina law may result in disciplinary action. Principals shall inform students at the beginning of each school year of the contents of this policy and any school rules that may result in discipline. Most disciplinary consequences can occur with the student remaining in an educational environment. In-school disciplinary consequences available to principals include, for example: behavior contracts, peer mediation, in-school suspension, conflict resolution, detention, restitution, loss of privileges, and school or community service. When, in the judgment of the school principal, a student’s behavior warrants an out-of-school suspension, the principal may impose a shortterm suspension or, for more serious violations of the Code of Conduct, may recommend a long-term suspension, a 365-day suspension, or expulsion. Suspensions of greater than ten days are reserved for serious misconduct which either threatens the safety of others within the school or threatens to substantially disrupt the educational environment.

In determining the appropriate consequence for a violation of this Code, principals shall consider all aggravating or mitigating circumstances they deem relevant. Examples of aggravating or mitigating circumstances that may be considered include but are not limited to: The student's age; The student's intent; The student's disciplinary history, including number of infractions and prior discipline for the same violation; The student's academic history; Whether the conduct caused a threat to safety; Whether school property or personal property was damaged; Whether the conduct caused a substantial disruption of the educational environment; 38

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Whether a weapon was involved and whether any injury resulted.

The Student Code of Conduct Rules are leveled, indicating the severity of the violation and the type of consequence. The principal shall inform students of local school rules that, if broken, may result in suspension from school.

Level I – Level I rule violations should generally result in in-school interventions in lieu of out-of-school suspensions. In cases where a student refuses to participate in the in-school interventions or engages in persistent violations of a Level I rule, or other aggravating factors are present, the principal may impose a short-term suspension. Level I rule violations may not result in long-term suspension. Any short-term suspension for truancy or tardiness shall not exceed two school days and shall only occur following documented interventions.

Level II – Level II rule violations involve more serious misconduct that may warrant short-term suspension. Principals may recommend a long-term suspension based upon the presence of aggravating factors. Any long-term suspension recommendation is subject to the appeal procedure contained in Policy 4303.

Level III – Level III rule violations are more severe in nature and support long-term suspension. The principal may impose a short-term suspension based on mitigating factors.

Level IV – Level IV rule violations compromise the safety and welfare of students and staff and require a suspension of a specific length under the North Carolina General Statutes.

Level V – Level V allows for expulsion of a student, as provided by state statute, for a violation of the Code of Conduct, if the student is fourteen (14) years of age or older and the student’s behavior indicates that his/her continued presence in school constitutes a clear threat to the safety of other students or employees and the Board determines that there is no appropriate alternative education program. Additionally, any student who is a registered sex offender under N.C. General Statute 14-208 may be expelled consistent with state law.

CODE OF CONDUCT Level I – In-School Discipline/Possible Short-Term Suspension with Aggravating Factors I-1

Inappropriate Language. Cursing or use of vulgar, profane or obscene language is prohibited.

I-2 Attendance. Students shall attend school regularly. Students shall be considered truant and subject to discipline whenever they are absent from class or school without valid excuse.

I-3 Cheating. Cheating includes the actual giving or receiving of any unauthorized aid or assistance or the actual giving or receiving of unfair advantage on any form of academic work.

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I-4 Plagiarism. Plagiarism includes the copying of the language, structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one's own original work.

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Falsification. Falsification includes the verbal or written statement of any untruth.

I-6 Compliance with Directions. Students shall comply with all reasonable directions of principals, teachers, substitute teachers, student teachers, teacher assistants, bus drivers, and all other school personnel who are authorized to give such directions.

I-7 Disrespect of Other Students. Students shall not mistreat fellow students or act in a way that interferes with the ability of other students to learn in a peaceful and safe environment.

I-8 Disruptive Behavior. A student may not use any means to interrupt or interfere with teaching or orderly conduct of school activities.

I-9 Electronic Devices. Except as permitted by this policy, no student shall use, display, transmit or have in the “on” position on school property any wireless communication device or personal entertainment device, including but not necessarily limited to, cell phones, pagers, two-way radios, CD/ MP3 players, and electronic games or similar devices until after the conclusion of the instructional day. Laser pointers are prohibited.

Notwithstanding the policy prohibiting the use of electronic devices on school property, high schools and middle schools may participate in a Bring Your Device to School (BYDS) program under the sole discretion of the Superintendent beginning in the 2013-2014 school year. Under a BYDS program, personal technology devices may be used by students for instructional purposes with the permission and under the supervision of the classroom teacher. For the purposes of this policy, a personal technology device is defined as a portable Internet-accessing device designed to share information, record sounds, process words, and/or capture images, such as a laptop, tablet, smart phone, PDA, or eReader. Personal technology devices may be used on school property for educational purposes before school, at lunch, and after school only at the discretion of the school principal. If any school employee asks a student to put his or her personal technology device away at any time, the student must comply.

Students participating in the BYDS program must comply with Board Policy 3040-Technology Acceptable Use Policy, the Code of Student Conduct, and any school rules regarding usage of computer or personal technology devices on school property. Use of a personal technology device on school property under a BYDS program is a privilege that may be revoked at any time.

School principals may authorize individual students to possess and/or use for personal purposes wireless communication devices if, in the opinion of the principal, there is reasonable need for such communication.

Any device possessed or used in violation of this policy shall be confiscated and only returned to the student’s parents/guardian. Penalties for violation of this policy are set at the discretion of the principal.

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If a student uses a laser pointer in a way that reasonably could or does cause physical harm, the laser pointer may be considered a weapon and the student may be disciplined accordingly.

Students shall be personally and solely responsible for the security of their electronic devices or personal technology devices. The Durham Public Schools is not responsible for any electronic devices or personal technology devices that are lost, stolen or damaged while on school property or at school events.

I-10 Student Dress Code: The primary goal of the Durham Public Schools is to provide a safe learning environment where all students are able to achieve at their highest potential. The personal appearance of every student is an important component of establishing a safe environment for optimal learning and respect for one another. Students are expected to adhere to standards of dress and appearance that are compatible with an effective learning environment. In support of these goals and expectations the Board establishes the following dress code for students: i. Students are prohibited from wearing clothing, jewelry, book bags, or other articles of personal appearance which: a. depict profanity, vulgarity, obscenity, or violence; b. promote use or abuse of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol; c. may create a threat to the health or safety of the student or others; d. are prohibited under the Gangs and Gang Activities Policy (III-8); e. may create a significant risk of disruption to the educational process or to the operation of the school. ii. The following specific items are also not permitted: a. clothing worn in such a manner so as to reveal underwear, cleavage, or bare skin between the upper chest and mid-thigh; b. bare feet, bedroom slippers; c. spaghetti straps, strapless tops, halter tops; d. see-through, mesh garments; e. trousers, slacks, shorts worn below waist level; f. clothing that is excessively baggy or tight; g. skirts and shorts shorter than mid-thigh; h. sunglasses worn inside school building;

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i. hats, caps, hoods, sweat bands and bandannas or other head wear worn inside school building; and j. any other article of appearance that is physically revealing or provocative. iii. If a student's dress or appearance violates this dress code, the principal or principal's designee may require the student to change his or her dress or appearance. A second or repeated violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action. The principal may make reasonable accommodations to the policy based upon a student's religious beliefs or medical conditions. iv. This policy does not apply to school sanctioned uniforms and costumes approved by the principal for athletic, choral or dramatic performances.

I-11 Gambling. Students shall not participate in any unauthorized games of chance in which money or other items of value may be won or lost.

I-12 Disruptive or Indecent Images, Literature or Illustrations. The possession or distribution of images, literature or illustrations that are vulgar, indecent or obscene or that significantly disrupt the educational process is prohibited.

I-13 Use of Tobacco. Students shall not possess, smoke, or use tobacco products at school, on a school bus, at any school-related activity, or on school grounds at any time.

The first violation of this policy will result in a warning to the student and conference with the student's parent/guardian or custodian in person or by telephone. Every effort should be made to hold the conference within three days of the violation. Further violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action.

I-14 Misconduct on a School Vehicle. While riding a school bus or other school vehicle, students shall observe the directives of the school bus driver. The following conduct is specifically prohibited: a. Delaying the bus schedule; b. Refusing to obey the driver's instructions; c. Tampering with or willfully damaging the school vehicle; d. Getting off at an undesignated stop; e. Failing to observe established safety rules and regulations; f. Willfully trespassing upon a school bus; and g. Violating any other rule of the CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT policy while on the school bus or other school vehicle.

See also Rule II-11, School Transportation Disturbance.

Violations of this rule may result in removal from school transportation in addition to other disciplinary consequences available under this policy.

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Level II – Short-Term Suspension/Possible Long-Term Suspension with Aggravating Factors/ Possible In-School Disciplinary Consequence with Mitigating Factors II-1 Verbal Abuse. Students may not direct toward any school employee cursing, vulgar, or abusive language.

II-2 Threat/False Threat. No student shall make any threat through written or verbal language or act which conveys a serious expression of intent to cause harm or violence. Furthermore, no student shall make a false threat of harm or violence, even in jest, which causes or is reasonably likely to cause fear or a disruption to school activities.

II-3 Bullying and Harassment. No student shall engage in bullying or harassment as defined under Board Policy 4411.

II-4 Sexual Harassment. No student shall engage in any conduct prohibited by Board Policy 4410, Sexual Harassment.

II-5 Fighting/ Physical Aggression. No student may intentionally hit, shove, scratch, bite, block the passage of, or throw objects at a student or other person. No student shall take any action or make any comments or written messages intended to cause others to fight or which might reasonably be expected to result in a fight.

A student who is attacked may use reasonable force in self-defense, but only to the extent necessary to get free from the attack and notify proper school authorities. A student who exceeds reasonable force may be disciplined even though someone else provoked the fight.

II-6 Hazing. No group or individual shall require a student to wear abnormal dress, play abusive or ridiculous tricks on him/her, frighten, scold, swear, harass or subject him/her to personal indignity.

II-7 Theft or Damage to Property. No student may steal or attempt to steal or knowingly be in possession of stolen property or intentionally damage or attempt to damage any school property or private property while under school jurisdiction.

II-8 Arson. Starting a fire or attempting to start a fire on school property is prohibited unless specifically authorized by school officials.

II-9 False Fire Alarms. No student shall set off, attempt to set off, or aid and abet anyone in setting off a fire alarm at school.

II-10 Trespassing. No student may be on the campus of another school in the Durham Public Schools during the school day without the knowledge and consent of the officials of the school she/he is visiting.

Students who remain after school or come on any school campus after the school day or while school is closed without permission will be considered trespassers.

Any student who has been suspended from school shall be considered trespassing if she/he appears on any school property during the suspension period without the express permission of the principal.

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vehicle is prohibited. Violations of this rule may result in removal from school transportation in addition to other disciplinary consequences available under this policy.

II-12 Misuse of Technology. Individual users of school-provided Internet service and technology devices (on school property and/or through the Learning Environment Extension Program) or users of personal technology devices on school property pursuant to a Bring Your Device to School program are expected to abide by Durham Public Schools Policy 3040, Technology Acceptable Use. In addition to the provisions of that policy, the following are specifically prohibited: i. ii.

Sending or displaying offensive, vulgar, crude, or threatening messages or pictures; Using obscene language;

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Harassing, insulting or attacking others;

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Damaging computers, computer systems, software, or computer networks;

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Intentionally wasting limited resources. This includes distributing mass e-mail messages, creating and participating in unauthorized news groups, and storing files on file servers without proper authorization.

Employing the network for commercial purposes.

In the event a student engages in any of the above-referenced activities, his/her access privileges will be revoked and other disciplinary measures may result. Users who engage in criminal activity using districtowned computer resources or accessing the school network or the Internet on school property are subject to applicable state and federal criminal laws.

Level III – Long-Term Suspension/Possible Short-Term Suspension with Mitigating Factors III-1 Assault on School Personnel. No student may cause or attempt to cause physical injury to any school employee.

III-2 Assault on Another Student. No student may cause or attempt to cause serious physical injury to another student.

III-3 Coercion or Extortion. No student may use force or violence or threat of force or violence to obtain money, property, or personal services from another student.

III-4 Weapons and Dangerous Instruments. No student shall possess, handle, or transmit any weapon or dangerous instrument at school or school events. No student shall possess, handle, or transmit any weapon or dangerous instrument at any other time when such conduct has a direct impact on school order or safety. Examples of weapons include, but are not limited to, any loaded or unloaded firearm, 44

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including a gun, pistol, or rifle; knives of any kind regardless of size; fireworks; BB guns or air guns; pepper spray; electric shock devices; box cutters or any sharp pointed or edged instrument except unaltered nail files and clips or tools used solely in instruction. Facsimiles of a gun or other weapon also are prohibited. This policy also shall apply to any item that is actually used or possessed in the same manner as a weapon. Gunpowder and ammunition for firearms are weapons for the purposes of this policy.

Refer to Level IV for violations involving firearms or destructive devices.

A student who in any way encourages another student to bring weapons to school also endangers the safety of others. No student shall knowingly or willfully cause, encourage, or aid any other student to possess, handle, or transmit any of the weapons or facsimiles of weapons listed above. This section shall not apply to students who are members of the Reserve Officer Training Corps and who are required to carry arms or weapons in the discharge of their official class duties; nor does this section apply to weapons used in school-approved instruction or ceremonies. The principal must give prior approval for these exceptions to apply.

III-5 Bomb Threats. No student shall make or aid and abet anyone in making a false report concerning the existence of a bomb or any other dangerous object on school premises or at the site of school activities. No student shall with the intent to perpetrate a hoax conceal, place or display on school property or the site of school activities any device or artifact so as to cause any person reasonably to believe the same to be a bomb or other destructive device.

III-6 Controlled Substances and Drug Paraphernalia. No student shall possess, use, transmit, conspire to transmit, or be under the influence of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, anabolic steroids or any other controlled substance, or any alcoholic beverage, malt beverage, or fortified wine or other intoxicating liquor, or possess, use or transmit drug paraphernalia or counterfeit drug, or inhale or ingest any chemicals or products with the intention of bringing about a state of exhilaration or euphoria or of otherwise altering the student's mood or behavior.

No student shall be at school with the odor of alcohol or illicit drugs about their person.

The proper use of a drug authorized by valid medical prescription from a legally authorized health care provider shall not be considered a violation of this rule when the drug is taken by the person for whom the drug was prescribed and in the manner in which the drug was prescribed.

When a first infraction of this policy involves only possession, use, and/or being under the influence of a substance prohibited by this policy, an alternative to long-term suspension shall be offered. Failure to meet any requirements of the alternative program reactivates the long-term suspension recommendation.

III-7. Threats, Hoaxes, and Other Acts of Terror. a. No student shall make a report that he or she knows or should know is false, that any device, substance, or material designed to cause harmful or life-threatening illness or injury to another person, is located on school property or at the site of a school activity.

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b. No student shall, with the intent to perpetrate a hoax, conceal, place, disseminate or display on school property or at the site of a school activity any device, machine, instrument, artifact, letter, package, material, or substance, so as to cause a reasonable person to believe the same to be a substance or material capable of causing harmful or life-threatening illness or injury to another person. c. No student shall threaten to commit an act of terror on school property or at the site of a school activity that is designed to cause, or is likely to cause, serious injury or death to another person, when the threat is intended to cause, or actually causes, a significant disruption to the instructional day or a school-sponsored activity. d. No student shall make a report that he or she knows or should know is false, that an act of terror designed to cause, or likely to cause, serious injury or death to another person on school property or at the site of a school-sponsored activity is imminent, when that report is intended to cause, or actually cause, a significant disruption to the instructional day or a school-sponsored activity. e. No student shall aid, abet, and/or conspire to commit any of the acts described in this section.

III-8 Gangs and Gang Activities. The Board of Education believes that gangs and gang-related activities pose a serious safety threat to students and staff members of the Durham Public Schools. Even absent acts of violence, gang-related activities disrupt the educational environment and increase the risks of future violence. In light of these serious concerns, the school system will not tolerate any gang-related activities as outlined in this policy.

No student shall commit any act which furthers gangs or gang-related activities. A gang is any ongoing organization, association, or group of three or more persons, whether formal or informal, having as one of its primary activities the commission of criminal acts and having a common name or common identifying sign, colors, or symbols. As used herein, the phrase “gang-related� shall mean any conduct engaged in by a student (1) on behalf of an identified gang, (2) to perpetuate the existence of any identified gang, or (3) to effect the common purpose and design of any identified gang. Conduct prohibited by this policy includes: i. Wearing, possessing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry, emblems, badges, symbols, signs or other items with the intent to convey or promote membership or affiliation in any gang;

ii. Communicating either verbally or non-verbally (gestures, handshakes, slogans, drawings, etc.), with the intent to convey or promote membership or affiliation in a gang; iii. Tagging, or otherwise defacing school or personal property with symbols or slogans intended to convey or promote membership or affiliation in any gang; iv. Requiring payment of protection, insurance, or otherwise intimidating or threatening any person related to gang activity; v. Inciting other students to intimidate or to act with physical violence upon any other person related to gang activity; vi. Soliciting others for gang membership; vii. Committing any other illegal act or other violation of school district policies in connection with gang-related activity.

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The Superintendent or his/her designee shall regularly consult with law enforcement officials to maintain current examples of gang-related activities, including but not limited to gang names and particularized examples of potential gang indicators including symbols, hand signals, graffiti, clothing/accessories, and behaviors.

Each principal shall maintain current examples of gang-related activities in the main office of the school.

In addition, guides shall be included in each main school office to assist students, parents, and teachers in identifying gang symbols and practices. In providing this information for students and parents, the Board acknowledges that not all potential gang indicators connote actual membership in a gang.

This policy shall be applied in a non-discriminatory manner based on the objective characteristics of the student’s conduct in light of the surrounding circumstances.

Before being suspended for a first offense of wearing gang-related attire, a student will receive an individualized warning and will be allowed to immediately change or remove the attire that is in violation of this policy. Unless the student has been specifically notified of a prohibited item of attire, a student will receive this warning the first time he or she is observed wearing a particular item in violation of this policy.

In a situation where a student has violated this policy or is otherwise suspected of gang affiliation through other circumstantial evidence, the principal shall conduct an intervention involving the principal/assistant principal, the student and the student’s parent or legal guardian. Such intervention may also include the school resource officer and others as appropriate. The purpose of such intervention is to discuss the school’s observations and concerns and to offer the student and the parents information and an opportunity to ask questions or provide other information.

Level IV – Suspensions Required under State Law IV-1

Firearms/Destructive Devices.

No student shall bring onto school property or possess a firearm or destructive device. A firearm is any weapon, including a starter gun, which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive, the frame or receiver of any such weapon, or any firearm muffler or firearm silencer. The definition of firearm under this rule does not include an inoperable antique firearm, a BB gun, stun gun, air rifle, or air pistol.

A destructive device is an explosive, incendiary, or poison gas bomb, grenade, rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge or more than onequarter ounce, mine, or similar device.

A student shall not be found in violation of this policy if it is determined that the student took or received the firearm or destructive device from another person at school or found the firearm or destructive device at school, provided that the student delivered or reported the firearm or destructive device as soon as practicable to a law enforcement officer or a school employee and had no intent to use such firearm or destructive device in a harmful or threatening way.

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Violation of this Rule will result in a recommendation for 365-day suspension.

Level V -- Expulsion A student fourteen (14) years of age or older may be expelled for a violation of this Code of Conduct if the Board determines the student’s behavior indicates that the student’s continued presence in the school constitutes a clear threat to the safety of other students or employees, and that there is no appropriate alternative educational program. Additionally, any student who is a registered sex offender under N.C. General Statutes 14-208 may be expelled.

Cross Reference: Sexual Harassment Policy, Bullying/Harassment Policy, Suspension and Expulsion Policy, Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention and Intervention Policy, Internet Acceptable Use Policy Legal Reference:

G.S. 115C-288, -391

Adopted: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective: Revised Effective

August 12, 1992 September 27, 1995 July 1, 1999 February 24, 2000 June 7, 2001 September 13, 2001 December 13, 2001 September 12, 2002 July 1, 2003 January 24, 2008 (Rule 4(i)) March 27, 2008 (Rule 10) February 24, 2011 (Rule 10) July 12, 2011 December 20, 2012 (Rule I.9 and II.12)

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APPENDIX C – TECHNOLOGY ELECTRONIC AND MOBILE DEVICE CHECK-OUT & CHECK-IN AGREEMENT Durham Public Schools is students with access to technological resources. Students will use this technology as a means to academic achievement. Students will use the technology in alignment with the DPS Technology Acceptable Use Policy. Students recognize that the DPS technological resources are owned by the school system. __________________________________ Student Name

___________________________ Email Address

__________________________________ Home Phone Number

___________________________ Alternate Phone Number

Equipment Issued at Check-Out Laptop: Serial # Computer ID: □ □ □ □ □

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DPS Asset # _______________________

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Additional accessories include (check all that apply): Internal battery, floppy, CD-R Case with shoulder strap Power brick and cord Manual Other - Describe: ____________________________________________

Return of Equipment 1. All equipment will be returned on time to the designated point of contact in the condition it was provided to you.

2. If equipment is damaged, you will be required to file a damage report with your school point of contact.

3. If equipment is damaged, you may be financially responsible for fixing or replacing the device. Please contact the IT department for additional details.

The equipment described above is assigned to the student for the purpose of accessing DPS technological resources for educational purposes. By signing below, I certify that the equipment indicated above has been assigned to me, and I hereby agree to abide by the terms of the DPS Technology Acceptable Use Policy, which I have read and understand.

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APPENDIX D – DPS LEARNING ENVIRONMENT EXTENSION PROGRAM (LEEP) STUDENT / PARENT TECHNOLOGY DEVICE USAGE AGREEMENT December, 2012 Terms and Conditions of Use By signing this form, the student and the student’s parent/guardian certify that they have thoroughly read, understand, and accept the following terms and conditions, which will govern the student’s possession and use of a computer/laptop/mobile device, eReader, iPad, PDA, tablet/netbook (“Technology Device”) issued to the student by the Durham Public Schools (“DPS”). The student and the student’s parent/guardian also certify that they will comply with these terms at all times while the Technology Device is in their possession or under their control.

Participation in this program is voluntary. If the student or student’s parent/guardian do not wish to be issued a Technology Device or do not agree to the terms and conditions of use, the student will receive educational services that do not require use of a Technology Device and will not be penalized in any way for the decision not to participate.

General Terms & Conditions The Technology Device is being made available to the student on the terms and conditions described in this document only for purposes of educational services provided by DPS. The Technology Device is and will remain at all times the property of DPS. DPS may recall the Technology Device, or place additional restrictions on the student’s use or possession of the Technology Device, at any time and for any reason, with or without prior notice. If instructed to do so for any reason by any DPS teacher or administrator, the student or the student’s parent/guardian will immediately surrender the Technology Device to that teacher or administrator.

DPS reserves the right to change the terms or conditions of the student’s possession or use of the Technology Device, or to impose new restrictions on use or possession of the Technology Device, at any time.

The student’s possession and use of the Technology Device will be subject at all times, both on and off campus, to the terms and conditions described in this document, as well as any additional rules, regulations, and restrictions that may be imposed from time to time by DPS. The student’s possession and use of the Technology Device will comply at all times, both on and off campus, with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

The student’s possession and use of the Technology Device will be governed at all times, both on and off campus, by all applicable policies and procedures of DPS, including but not limited to Policy 3040 (Technology Acceptable Use) and Policy 4301 (Code of Student Conduct). By signing this agreement, the student and the student’s parent/guardian certify that they have reviewed and understand Board Policy 3040 and Policy 4301. They further certify that they are aware that all Board policies are available on the school system’s website and at each school, and that it is their responsibility to inform themselves as to any Board policies that might apply to the student’s use or possession of the Technology Device and to comply with those polices at all times.

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Under no circumstances will the student use the Technology Device or permit the Technology Device be used in furtherance of any crime; fraud; threat; defamation; plagiarism; copyright, patent, or trademark infringement; illegal downloading; theft of intellectual property; gambling; accessing, viewing, or transmission of pornographic or violent images or content; illegal or unauthorized accessing or use of data; bullying or harassment (including cyberbullying); malicious internet activities (including “hacking” of other computers or websites); advertising or commercial activities; abusive or insulting communications; or any unlawful activities of any kind.

Under no circumstances will the student use the Technology Device, or permit the Technology Device to be used, to access any networks, websites, or online resources that have not been approved by DPS. Under no circumstances will the Technology Device be used for instant messaging (“IM”) or visiting chat rooms or non-school social networking websites such as FaceBook, Twitter, or MySpace unless access has been specifically approved by DPS. Students will use their Technology Devices to access the internet only in public or common family areas. Parents or guardians will supervise and monitor student’s internet use whenever possible.

By signing this document, the student and the student’s parent/guardian acknowledge that they are solely responsible for ensuring that the student’s use of the Technology Device to access the internet while off campus will be safe and responsible and in compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations. The student and student’s parent/guardian will hold DPS and its employees harmless for any harm that may come to the student or any other person as a result of the student’s off-campus internet activities.

Should the student inadvertently gain access through the Technology Device to any confidential information about other students or staff members at DPS, including but not limited to course work or grade information, the student will immediately report the incident to the school principal or the DPS Director of Technology and will not share the information with any other person.

Because the Technology Device is school property and is intended only for approved educational uses, the student’s use of the Technology Device will be governed by this document and the rules, policies, and guidelines described in this document at all times and in all locations, both on and off campus and both during and outside of instructional time.

If authorized by DPS and the student’s parent/guardian, the student may transport the Technology Device to and from home, public libraries, and meetings of school study groups. The student may not transport the Technology Device to any other locations without the express written permission of the principal.

The student will not share the Technology Device with any other person unless expressly authorized to do so by a DPS teacher or administrator. The student will not loan the Technology Device to any other person, including another DPS student, without prior written authorization from the principal.

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use of the Technology Device and that neither this document nor any conversation, correspondence or understanding between themselves and any representative of DPS gives then any ownership or contractual rights of any kind whatsoever in the Technology Device.

Orientation Meeting & Technology Fee As a condition of being issued a Technology Device, all participants in the LEEP must attend a mandatory orientation meeting (time and location to be announced).

As a condition of being issued a Technology Device, all participants may be asked to pay a technology fee each school year.

Issuance & Return of Technology Device After the student has attended the mandatory orientation meeting and the annual technology fee has been paid, if requested, the Technology Device will be issued to the student and/or the student will be allowed to take the Technology Device off school property.

The student’s license to use the Technology Device (and any assigned peripheral items such as power cord, adapter, book bag, etc.) terminates on the last day of the school year, unless terminated earlier by DPS. Technology Devices will be collected on or before the last day of the school year.

The school may decide to collect the Technology Devices over elongated breaks, such as winter break or spring break to perform device maintenance.

Given the time required for technology staff to inspect, maintain, and upgrade the Technology Devices over the summer, penalties may be assessed for the late return of Technology Devices at the end of the school year.

If the student fails to return the Technology Device by the last day of the school year, the student and the student’s parent/guardian may incur a late fee of $5 per day for the first 30 days, and $10 per day for the next 30 days, until the Technology Device is safely returned.

If the Technology Device and assigned peripheral items are not returned within 60 days of the last day of the school year, the student and the student’s parent/guardian may be assessed the full replacement cost for the Technology Device, and DPS may institute legal actions against the student and/or the student’s parent/guardian.

Late fees may also be assessed if a Technology Device is not returned immediately after being recalled by DPS before the end of the school year. Although Technology Devices are to be returned immediately upon demand by DPS, a grace period of one week will be allowed under these circumstances. After the grace period has expired, late fees of $5 per day for the first 30 days and $10 per day for the next 30 days may be assessed. If the Technology Device is not returned within 60 days after the end of the grace period, the student and the student’s parent/guardian may be assessed the full replacement cost for the Technology Device, and DPS may institute legal actions against the student and/or the student’s parent/guardian.

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By signing this document, the student and the student’s parent/guardian acknowledge that they have received a copy of DPS’s Technology Device Care and Use Guidelines and that they will comply at all times with the specifications in that document, as well as an additional rules or guidelines regarding care and maintenance of the Technology Device.

Under no circumstances will the student install or permit to be installed on the Technology Device any hardware, software, drivers, or other programs or devices without the advance written approval of the principal. Under no circumstances will the student delete, uninstall, or attempt to circumvent any hardware, software, drivers, filters, or other programs or devices installed on the Technology Device by DPS. The Technology Device may be inspected at any time by DPS officials, with or without prior notice, either in person or remotely via the internet or network connections, for purposes of maintenance and/or to monitor the student’s use of the Technology Device (including any email communications and internet activities) to determine whether the student is complying with the terms and conditions set forth or described in this document. By signing this document, the student and parent/guardian acknowledge that they have no reasonable expectation of privacy to any data or information of any kind contained on the Technology Device, which shall at all times remain DPS property and which is intended to be used only for school purposes. The student and the student’s parent/guardian further acknowledge that if any such inspection reveals evidence that the student has violated the Code of Student Conduct or any criminal law, such evidence may be used in support of a disciplinary action against the student and/or shared with law enforcement.

Loss, Theft, & Damage The Technology Device is a valuable piece of property that is being made available to the student by DPS for purposes of advancing the student’s education.

The student is responsible for ensuring that the Technology Device is kept safe and secure at all times while it is in the student’s possession or under the student’s control.

Under no circumstances will the student leave the Technology Device unattended at any location, either on or off campus, unless it is safely secured at the student’s home or locked in the student’s school locker.

Under no circumstances will the student leave the Technology Device in the care or custody of any person other than the student’s parent or guardian or an DPS teacher or administrator.

If the Technology Device is lost, stolen, damaged or malfunctioning in any way, the student will immediately report the problem to the principal.

If the student believes the Technology Device has been stolen, the student and the student’s parent/guardian will immediately file a report with law enforcement and request a copy of the written incident report filed by the law enforcement officer. As soon as possible after reporting the Technology Device stolen, the student will provide a copy of the police report to the principal, along with details about the incident and the name and telephone number of the investigating officer.

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unauthorized sale of or conspiracy to sell a DPS-owned Technology Device will be vigorously prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

In recognition of the advantages that come from being issued a Technology Device and the considerable expense to DPS in funding the Technology Device program, the student and student’s parent/guardian acknowledge that they must bear some risk for the possibility that the Technology Device may be lost, damaged, or stolen. While no fees will be charged for repair or replacement of the Technology Device that is fully covered by a manufacturer’s warranty or accidental damage protection coverage, other repairs and replacements due to neglect or abuse will be brought to the attention of the parent and a request for reimbursement for repair or replacement costs may be requested.

For purposes of this document, the replacement cost is the actual cost to DPS at the time of replacement of a new Technology Device in Durham County, North Carolina, at retail price.

For purposes of this document, the repair cost is the actual cost to DPS to have the Technology Device fully repaired by a qualified repair technician of DPS’s choosing to the condition the Technology Device was in when it was originally issued to the student.

The student will not be issued a replacement Technology Device until any outstanding replacement or repair costs described above have been paid in full.

DPS reserves the right to decline to issue a replacement Technology Device if it determines, in its sole discretion, that the risk of loss or damage to the replacement Technology Device is unacceptable. The decision not to issue a replacement Technology Device shall not excuse the student and his parent/guardian from any fees associated with the loss, theft, or damage of any previously-issued DPS Technology Devices, given that those fees are intended to help offset the actual cost to DPS of repair or replacement of DPS’s property.

Seniors must pay all fees, including but not limited to any technology fee or replacement or repair costs, before being allowed to graduate.

Fee Waivers The fees described in this document will be waived only for demonstrated economic hardship in accordance with DPS Policy 3065-Student Fees.

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Student Parent Technology Device Agreement Signature Page PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION Student Name ________________________ ______________________ _____________________ Last Name First Name Student ID # Parent/Guardian Name _________________ ___________________ ________________________ Last Name First Name Driver’s License # Parent Email Address _________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone _______________ Work Phone ______________ Other Phone______________ Request to Remove Device from Campus WE WISH TO PARTICIPATE in the DPS Learning Environment Extension Program and request authorization for the student below to be issued a technology device and to be allowed to remove it from campus at the end of the school day. Please register the student below and issue a technology device under the terms and conditions described in this document.

WE DO NOT WISH TO PARTICIPATE in the DPS Learning Environment Extension Program. Students who choose not to participate in the DPS Learning Environment Extension Program may be given access to school-owned technology devices at school but will not be permitted to remove the technology devices from the classroom at the end of the class period.

• Signatures By signing this form, the student and the student’s parent/guardian certify that they have carefully read, understand, and accept the preceding terms and conditions, which will govern the student’s possession and use of a technology device to the student by the Durham Public Schools. The student and the student’s parent/guardian also certify that they will comply with these terms at all times while the technology device is in their possession or under their control.

Property Serial/Asset Tag

___________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

_____________________ Student Signature

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APPENDIX E – DPS TECHNOLOGY ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE REPORT FORM PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION _________________________________ _________________________ _____________________ Student last name Student first name Student ID # _______________________ _______________________ ___________________ Home phone Work phone Other phone ______________________________________________________________________________ Parent or guardian’s name, address, and phone number ______________________________________________________________________________ Make & model of device ______________________________________________________________________________ Serial number DPS asset tag ______________________________________________________________________________ Date of incident Please write a brief description surrounding the accidental damage. Include how, where and when it occurred, what is the impact to the functionality of the device, etc. Be detailed!

Signature - By signing this form, the student certifies that the information on the accidental damage is accurate and reflects the situation that occurred. ___________________________________________________________ Student Signature

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Below this line for DPS use only – Please note date and details of resolution

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