BYOD Guidelines - Calhoun County Schools
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1. From the Superintendent Calhoun County School System is committed to moving students and staff forward in a 21st century learning environment That s why we have committed to allowing students to POWER UP during the school day by allowing them to Bring Their Own Digital k Device BYOD Our POWER UP BYOD LEARNING INITIATIVE allows students to bring their own digital devices to school to encourage achievement engagement and developing 21st Century Learners Calhoun County School System is preparing for your child s future by implementing this BYOD initiative We have committed funding for network upgrades and professional development for teachers and staff to begin to incorporate these digital tools into their daily instruction With this initiative and under the direction of classroom teachers students will be allowed to access our wireless network using their own mobile devices during the school day Beginning January 2013 our POWER UP BYOD LEARNING INITIATIVE will be implemented across the district This initiative will start with five 5 SITE schools Ohatchee High School White Plains High School White Plains Middle School Weaver Elementary School and Saks Elementary School During the Spring 2013 all other schools termed VISITING schools will receive training in preparation for full implementation during the 2013 2014 school year Please know that our first priority of this initiative is to provide a safe an2. signed at the beginning of the school year even though this is my own personal computer Answer Yes The Acceptable Use Policy for CCBOE remains in effect even when you are using your own laptop smart phone iPad etc Each time you attempt to access the network at school you will be prompted to accept the terms of service which include the AUP Violating the terms of the AUP would be a student code of conduct violation and would be dealt with on the campus with a campus administrator The AUP is part of the Student Code of Conduct Why can t my little brother bring his laptop to school He is in the 1st grade Answer This semester we are limiting this privilege to selected SITE schools and grade levels Your participation in this initiative will help us determine the best way to carry out this plan on other campuses We will learn from you and your usage and issues so that next year we will be able to make the needed changes and add to the program for other secondary users Staff Frequently Asked Questions Some of my students cannot access the network on their laptops or phones don t have time in a class period to help them with this Should put in a help request or call the help desk Answer No Students who cannot access the CCSPOD network or who may have technical issues with their technology tool need to take care of this issue by working with their user s manual that came with the device out of the classroom These are
3. Answer No Any disciplinary infractions that occur from using technology tools should be referred to a campus administrator This would be student code of conduct issue Will students have access to any common software packages via the guest network access Answer Possibly under teacher guidance students will be able to use some common packages Examples APEX ACCESS Success Maker Google Apps Should I call central office if one of my student s laptops is damaged or stolen Answer No Any theft issues should be handled as you normally would on your campus CCBOE is not responsible for any damage or theft of student owned technology tools It would be good to remind students to keep a record of the device s serial number just in case a theft occurs Parent Student Contract THIS FORM MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED IN ORDER FOR THE STUDENT TO B Y 0 D AND ACCESS SCHOOL 1L TECHNOLOGY My parents and I have read and discussed the BYOD HANDBOOK and print student s name agree that when using my personal device or the school s technology e will only use the technology under school personnel direction e know that misuse of the technology could lead to disciplinary action e will not share any personal information over the Internet e am responsible for my own device e School staff is not responsible for any device lost stolen or damaged e will adhere to the policies and procedures stated in the Calh
4. BYOD privileges Students and parents should be aware that data is being recorded as to sites visited by each device Additionally as part of this initiative teachers will incorporate digital citizenship as part of their instruction Security and Damages Calhoun County School System is not liable for any device that is stolen or damaged Ultimately the responsibility to keep the device secure rests with the individual owner However if a device is stolen or damaged it will be handled through the administrative office similar to other personal artifacts that are impacted in similar situations Devices will need to be labeled with personal markings to physically identify your child s device from others Additionally a protective case for the device is suggested Teachers Role Teachers are facilitators of instruction in their classrooms Therefore they will not spend time fixing technical difficulties with students personal devices in the classroom They will educate and provide guidance on how to use a device and troubleshoot simple issues by they will not provide technical support This responsibility will reside at home with parents guardians Teachers will regularly communicate information regarding educational applications and suggest appropriate tools that can be downloaded to personal devices at home Parents will need to assist their children with downloads if they wish to follow teachers suggestions No applications sho
5. Parent Student Contract at the end of this document in order for a student to bring his her personal device to school If parents choose not to allow their student to bring their device please be aware that it is the responsibility of the parent to make sure that the student does not bring a device to school Student Frequently Asked Questions I have my laptop with me in class How do I get on the Internet now Answer Most laptops or other personal devices smart phones will detect a wireless connection when you are near one Most of the time your technology tool will ask you if you would like to join the network When prompted choose CCS POD from the list Your teacher will have the password Once you choose this network you will be prompted to Read this carefully so that you know what should be expected My laptop is not prompting me to choose a wireless network Is there another way to connect Answer In the settings menu of your device there is usually an icon for a network go to this icon and choose the CCS POD from the list or prompt your computer to look for wireless networks in range Always consult your tool s owner s manual for exact directions for accessing a wireless network brought my iPad to school to use in the classroom but my teacher said couldn t use it in her classroom Can still use it Answer The teacher in the classroom is the final say on procedures in the classroom If he or she asks you n
6. not CCBOE devices and the district is not allocating resources at this time to troubleshoot issues You are welcome to help if you choose but it is not a staff member s responsibility to ensure that student owned technology is functioning properly Contact your local school administrator to determine if you need additional Internet bandwidth wireless connectivity have students on my campus who are accessing the Internet using their provider s data plan AT amp T Sprint Verizon etc on their smart phones or laptops hence bypassing the filter Is this a violation of the student AUP Answer This is not an AUP violation because the student is not bypassing the filter on the CCS network but instead using a provider s data plan However as part of this initiative we are requiring students to use the CCSPOD network while on school campus Using their own personal data plan on campus can result in loss of privileges of the BYOD initiative I have my own laptop and a smart phone would like to utilize these tools at work Does this new plan include campus staff Answer Yes Campus staff can also access the CCSPOD network Keep in mind that the CCSPOD network is filtered at the student level for everyone accessing it Campus printers will not be accessible with your own devices as well One of my students was using his laptop to bully another student on campus Should call the central technology office concerning this problem
7. d secure environment for your child This handbook is designed to provide our educational community with guidelines and information to make our POWER UP BYOD LEARNING INITIATIVE successful In closing we look forward to continued success for our children as we strive to produce productive citizens that will make a difference in our society Joe Dyar Superintendent Calhoun County School System BYOD Definition Calhoun County Schools defines BYOD as a privately owned Internet capable electronic mobile device see handbook for specific devices that can be brought to school that can be used during the school day to increase student engagement and facilitate learning Under teacher supervision students may use their own device in the classroom to enhance student learning Connectivity amp Safety Calhoun County School System believes that Internet Safety is of utmost importance As such all students who bring devices to school to use as part of the POWER UP BYOD LEARNING INITIATIVE should connect to the CCSPOD network Teachers and administrators will provide students with the password for this network By using the CCSPOD network this will ensure that BYOD devices have appropriate network filters and comply with the Child Internet Protection Act CIPA Students will only use the CCSPOD network in school Any attempt to bypass the network by using 3G or 4G cellular data network will be considered a policy violation resulting in loss of
8. ot to use your technology tool then you should follow those directions Access is only available not guaranteed for each classroom situation brought my iPad to school to use in the classroom but my teacher said couldn t use it in her classroom Can still use it Answer The teacher in the classroom is the final say on procedures in the classroom If he or she asks you not to use your technology tool then you should follow those directions Access is only available not guaranteed for each classroom situation just can t get my laptop to connect to the network Can I get some help from someone Answer Resources may be available to help you connect to the CCS POD on your campus however you will need to consult with a campus administrator for these resources It is not the responsibility of your teachers or other CCBOE staff to troubleshoot individual devices during the school day Check your owner s manual for issues concerning connectivity need to save my work in my CCBOE shared folder Why can t I access this resource Answer You are on the POD Network It is not the same as the network you would normally access from a campus computer You will not see your shared folder so you will need to save your work in another place Some options include a flash drive your own hard drive or your digital Internet based storage need to print the spreadsheet I just created why is there no printer listed when I tr
9. oun County School System Code of Conduct and any local school policies and procedures print parent s name The parent guardian of the above student agree to accept all legal and financial obligations which may result from my son daughter s use of Calhoun County School District s technology and Internet understand that school and district personnel are not responsible for personal devices that are lost stolen or damaged will not hold the school system responsible for inappropriate materials acquired through the Internet Further accept responsibility for the actions of my child By signing below we understand that the use of personal devices to support educational experiences is not a necessity but a privilege With respect of the rules this privilege will benefit the learning environment as a whole When rules are abused privileges will be taken away Student s signature Date Parent s signature Date Please select from the list below the devices that your child may bring for BYOD MAXIMUM OF 2 DEVICES Kindle Standard Kindle has very limited al Wireless Capable Laptop a Wireless Capable Mini Laptop internet access al iPad al Kindle Fire al iPod Touch al Nintendo dsi al Other Tablet al Android Smart Phone C7 iPhone al Nook g School Specific Information GOES HERE
10. uld be downloaded at school without express instruction from teacher Teachers will present the rules and procedures to the students Teachers will monitor students to ensure appropriate usage of technology in the classrooms All activities involving technology will be based upon and support the College and Career Standards Calhoun County School System understands that not every student has his her own electronic device To ensure equal accessibility to technology resources teachers will provide students with technology available within each school All rules policies and procedures will still apply Use of Devices Devices cannot be used unless directed by school personnel Students must immediately comply with teachers requests to shut down devices or close the screen Students must put away DEVICES when directed by teachers Students should not use devices in bathrooms or locker rooms Students Will e bring their devices to school fully charged e only use headphones and earphones when directed by school personnel e not use any technology to harass threaten demean humiliate intimidate embarrass or annoy fellow students or others in their community This unacceptable student behavior known as cyber bullying will not be tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action e store their personal devices in appropriate areas book bags lockers etc Parental Permission Students and parents must both sign the
11. y this Answer Like the shared folders printers are networked differently on the campus and will not be available when you login to the POD network Some printing solutions include emailing the document to your teacher to print save it to a flash drive and print it from home or another campus computer Keep in mind that using campus printers in the classroom or other learning spaces is at the discretion of the teacher or campus administrator My laptop was stolen when I brought it to school Who should I contact about this Answer Bringing your own technology tools to school can be useful however some risks are involved as well It is always a good idea to record the device s serial number to have in case of theft CCBOE is not responsible for the theft of a device nor are we responsible for any damage done to the device while at school Any time a theft occurs you should contact a school administrator to make him her aware of the offense Why am I filtered on my own computer Shouldn t I be able to see what want to on my own tool Answer Student filtering is a requirement of all public schools The Children s Internet Protection Act CIPA requires all network access to be filtered regardless of the tool you use to access it while in a public school Your laptop or phone is the device the network you are using while at school belongs to CCS POD and will be filtered Am still held accountable for the Acceptable Use Policy
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