All members of the CHASS community are required to follow the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) when using computers and the network at Springside School or Springside issued laptops. The primary goal of the 1:1 Laptop Program is to enrich your learning experiences as a student both in and out of the classroom.

The AUP is an Honor Code for technology. We want to be a partner in your exploration of the digital world. We are loaning you a personal laptop with the expectation that you will make good decisions with regard to your personal use of technology. The AUP is a guide to help you make ethical and practical decisions while using your laptop and the network.

Your laptop is an academic learning tool. With a personal laptop, you have anytime, anywhere access to an array of programs and tools. You can customize your MacBook and become more familiar with the basic navigation and software. There are many positive opportunities available to you with a personal laptop in your hands. We expect you to make responsible decisions and to use your laptop in a safe and respectful manner.

The actions listed below will result in disciplinary action or the loss of your laptop and Network privileges. Springside School network and school issued laptop may NOT be used for including but not limited to:

• illegal activity
• accessing or transmitting offensive materials
• hate mail
• material advocating violence or discrimination
• obtaining obscene or pornographic material
• creating or forwarding inappropriate (mean-spirited, racist, pornographic, false, etc.) material
• using another user's account, with or without their permission
• accessing or modifying other user's accounts, files, or passwords
• any actions that deliberately disrupt network service or damage equipment or data

Springside School empowers CHASS faculty to set boundaries within their classrooms. Individual teachers may set further restrictions for their classrooms. All downloaded software on your school issued laptop is subject to review by the Springside Technology Team. Students are expected to bring their fully charged laptop to school each day.

In order to ensure the safety and privacy of the community and its members, any member of the CHASS community who uses technology to degrade a member of the CHASS community or the reputation of the CHASS community is subject to disciplinary action.

Springside School 1:1 Laptop Program
Laptop User Agreement (LUA)

I. Equipment
II. Damage or Loss of Equipment
III. Standards for Personal Computer Care
IV. Personal Health & Safety

I. EQUIPMENT

Ownership.
Springside School retains sole right of possession of the laptop and related equipment, (“The Computer”). The Computer will be issued to students at the distribution event “Meet Your MacBook” according to the guidelines set forth in this document. The Technology Team retains the right to collect and/or inspect the Computer at any time and to alter, add or delete installed software or hardware.

Substitution of Equipment.
In the event that the Computer is inoperable, Springside School has a limited number of spare laptops for use while the Computer is repaired or replaced. This agreement remains in effect for the substitute. If a student forgets to bring her laptop or power charger to school, a substitute will not be provided.

Customization of Equipment.
The Student is permitted to alter or add files to customize the assigned Computer to their own working styles (i.e. System Preferences). The student is permitted to install software on the assigned Computer so long as it is legally owned and installed as per a license agreement, excepting any software that is known to cause system problems or file-sharing tools used to facilitate the illegal sharing of copyrighted materials. The Springside AUP should be consulted before adding software.

II. DAMAGE OR LOSS OF EQUIPMENT

Actions Required in the Event of Damage or Loss. Report the problem immediately to one of the following members of the Technology Team:

• Mr. Tom Day, Room 72

• Mr. Vince Day, Room 72

• Mr. Pete DiDonato, Room 71

All laptops are covered by a manufacturer’s extended warranty (AppleCare) as well as an additional insurance policy. The warranty covers manufacturer’s defects and normal wear and tear of the laptop (i.e. broken keyboard, malfunctioning hard drive, defective screen, etc.). The insurance policy is an additional fee that is paid for by the student’s family at a cost of approximately $50/year with a $100 deductible for each claim. The $100 deductible is also the financial responsibility of the student’s family. The insurance covers accidental damage from liquid spills, power surges, drops, falls, collisions, theft, vandalism, flood, fire, smoke, wind, and earthquake, as well as damage to batteries and ac adapters.

Insurance does not cover negligence and abuse. For example, throwing the laptop or using the laptop as an umbrella would be considered examples of neglect and abuse. If a laptop is damaged by neglect or abuse, it is the family’s financial responsibility to replace the laptop at a price of approximately $1,000.

If a laptop is damaged, the Tech Team will work with the student, Apple, and Safeware (insurance company) to determine if it is a warranty or insurance claim incident.

III. STANDARDS FOR PERSONAL COMPUTER CARE

Student Responsibilities.

1. Bring the Computer and charging unit to Springside every school day. Keep the Computer locked in your locker when it is at school and not in use. Keep the computer in a secure location when it is not at school, or attended (with you or within your sight) at all times.
2. Do not let anyone use the Computer other than your parents or guardians.
3. Adhere to Springside’s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) at all times. When in doubt, ask a member of the Technology Team or Dean of Students.
4. Back up your data.
5. Report any problems, damage or theft immediately to a member of the Technology Team.
6. Arrive to school each day with a fully charged battery.

General Care.

1. Do not do anything to the Computer that will permanently alter it in any way.
2. Do not remove any serial numbers or identification placed on the Computer.
3. Keep the equipment clean. For example, do not eat or drink while using the Computer.

Carrying the Computer.

1. Transport the Computer in the laptop bag provided by the Technology Team.

Screen Care.

1.  Clean the screen with a soft, dry anti-static cloth or with a screen cleaner designed specifically for LCD type screens only.

IV. PERSONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

1. Avoid extended use of the laptop while resting directly on your lap. The bottom of the laptop can generate significant heat.
2. Take frequent breaks when using the laptop for long periods of time. Look away from the laptop approximately every fifteen minutes.
3. Do not provide your personal information to anyone over the Internet.
4. Do not share your passwords with anyone.