Internet Agreement and Parent Permission Form

Marshall County Public School System

The Marshall County Board of Education is pleased to offer students of the Marshall County School District access to the district computer network for Internet. The network is provided for students to conduct research and improve communications. Access to network services is given to students and teachers who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Parent permission is required and access is a privilege—not a right.

Individual users of the district computer networks are responsible for their behavior and communications over those networks. It is presumed that users will comply with district standards and will honor the agreements they have signed. Beyond the clarification of such standards, the district is not responsible for restricting, monitoring or controlling the communications of individuals using the network.

Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that the users are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on the district servers will always be private.

Within reason, freedom of speech and access to information will be honored. During school hours, teachers will guide students toward appropriate materials. Outside of school, families bear the same responsibility for such guidance as they exercise with information sources such as books, periodicals, television, telephones, movies, radio and other potentially offensive media.

Violations are outlined in Board policy and procedures on student rights and responsibilities, copies of which are available in school offices. Violations may result in loss of access as well as other disciplinary or legal action.

The entire Marshall County Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy is posted on the District website http://www.marshall.k12.ky.us/techno/acceptab.htm .  A copy may also be obtained from the Marshall County Schools Central Office.

As a parent or legal guardian of the minor student signing below, I grant permission for my son or daughter to access the Internet. I understand that individuals and families may be held liable for violations including any expenses incurred as a direct use of the Internet. I understand that some materials on the Internet may be objectionable, but I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use-setting and conveying standards for my son or daughter to follow when selecting, sharing or exploring information and media.

Student Signature:  _____________________________________________________

Parent Signature:    _____________________________________________________

Date:  _________________________ School:  ______________________________________

Grade:  ___________ Birth Date:  ____________________

Street Address: ______________________________________________________________________

City, State & Zip:  ____________________________________________________________________

If you have any questions, feel free to call the Marshall County Board of Education at 270- 527-8628, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and ask for either Steve Knight, Superintendent; Ruth Etta Buchanan, Assistant Superintendent; or John David Son, Director of Instructional Technology.

This form should be signed and returned to the office of the Principal or to the School Technology Coordinator before Internet permission will be granted.