Technology Use Agreement

The Milford School District maintains a strong commitment to maintain technology resources for all students. As such, all students and parents must agree to follow the terms and conditions stated in this Technology Use Agreement.  This contract must be signed and returned to obtain access to district owned devices.  If this agreement is not signed, a device will not be assigned to the student.  

1. I understand and agree that all equipment acquired is under my care, custody, and control. Damages will be subject to personal expense for repairs or replacement, and that I am liable for the full replacement cost of the device in the event the device is lost or stolen.
2. I understand and agree that any restitution for repairs or replacement of district equipment must be made within 30 days of the fee issuance, unless an approved repayment plan is established with school personnel.
3. I understand that upon the end of my attendance and/or enrollment at the Milford School District, I am required to return all district property. If the equipment is not returned within 5 business days, I will be liable for the replacement cost of the district provided technology.
4. I understand that any and all equipment acquired by students of the Milford School District through purchases of district, state, federal or grant funding is considered district property.
5. I understand that I am responsible for the use of this equipment for instructional purposes while enrolled at Milford School District.  I have read and understand the  responsibilities and guidelines related to district technology  in the Student Handbook and agree to exercising good judgment regarding appropriate use of school data and resources (email, web sites, Internet services, etc) in accordance with district & State policies, standards, and guidelines.
6. I understand and acknowledge that the district’s resources are subject to monitoring and there is no right to privacy when using district resources. The district and the State use internet content management tools designed to restrict access to unauthorized internet sites. While these tools limit prohibited usage, sites that violate acceptable use remain accessible and users must therefore remain vigilant when using the Internet.  State of Delaware data or resources may not be used for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.  State resources may not be used for personal or inappropriate use, nor for pursuing activities not specifically identified as school required.

7. I understand that non-public information remains within the control of the district at all times and conducting district business that results in the inappropriate release of data or the storage of non-public district information on personal or non-district controlled environments, including devices maintained by a third party with whom the Milford School District does not have a contractual agreement, is prohibited.

8. I understand that the use of an email account that is not provided by the Milford School District on district devices is prohibited.
9. I understand that modification to  the configuration of district equipment is prohibited. All modifications (excluding approved apps & extensions) should be done by a district technology representative. Users may not install or use any Internet-based file-sharing program designed to facilitate the sharing of copyrighted material.
10. I understand that connecting a personal device to the K12 network is a violation of the Technology Use Agreement. Violations will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Milford School District Student Code of Conduct.
11. I understand that no user of technological resources, including a person sending or receiving electronic communications, may engage in creating, intentionally viewing, 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.
12. I understand that users may not create or introduce games, network communications programs or any foreign program or software onto any school computer system, electronic device or network.
13. I understand that any identified security concern on a district resource, must immediately be reported to district personnel (Teacher or Building Administrator). Users must not demonstrate the problem to other users. Any user identified as a security risk will be denied access and may have device privileges revoked.
14. I agree that my student must comply with all applicable laws, including those relating to copyrights and trademarks, confidential information, and public records. Any use that violates state or federal law is strictly prohibited. Plagiarism involving Internet resources will be treated in the same manner as any other incidents of plagiarism, as stated in the Code of Student Conduct.

• any malicious attempt to harm or destroy network resources.
• damaging computer equipment and/or data of anyone connected to the network. 
• any stickers/decals or markings made to the outside or inside of the device 

• the illegal taking of another person's property without that person's freely-given consent

• First instance of damage/break - $25.00
• Second instance of damage/break - $25.00
• Additional instances of damage/breaks - At the discretion of the Supervisor of Technology and Building Administration, total cost of device replacement at the time of the damage, potential loss of access to district technology.

By signing the Technology Use Agreement, the student and parent/legal guardians agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Milford School District and its employees from and against all claims, demands, suits, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses resulting from or arising out of the use of the property as described in this agreement, which causes bodily injury, illness, death or other damage to persons or property.

Additionally, by signing below, parents and legal guardians agree to all of the clauses above. When the device has been assigned to the student, it becomes the responsibility of the individual signing for the device.

I understand that my signature below indicates I have thoroughly read through and understand the above information. I hereby accept responsibility for the care of this device and charger per the terms of this agreement. 

Student Name: ________________________________________       

Student Signature: ____________________________________

Student ID: _______________________________

Date: _____________________

Parent/Guardian Name: ______________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________

Date: _______________________