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Technology and Networking Resource Protocols

(Applies to District-Owned and Personal Devices)

When enrolling in Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD), students and parents/guardians agree to follow the Uniform Code of Student Conduct, including all technology use expectations.

Students in grades K–12 are issued:

  • An SUSD email account
  • A district-issued laptop and charger
    • The district-issued laptop is required for classroom instruction and testing
    • SUSD does not support Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

All district-issued and personal devices used on campus are subject to these protocols.

Scope of Protocols

These protocols apply to:

  • All district-issued technology and network resources
  • All computers located within SUSD
  • All personal electronic devices brought to campus (including but not limited to cell phones, laptops, tablets, smart watches, eReaders, drones, VR equipment, gaming devices, smart glasses, etc.)
  • All access to SUSD network resources

Student Responsibilities

A. Personal Responsibility

Students must:

  • Use technology and network resources for educational purposes only
  • Report misuse of district technology or network resources
  • Accept responsibility for devices issued to them
  • Understand that SUSD is not responsible for loss, damage, or expenses related to personal devices
  • Comply with SUSD Artificial Intelligence Guidelines

Misuse includes but is not limited to:

  • Pornographic, violent, illegal, abusive, or discriminatory content
  • Racism, sexism, harassment, cyberbullying
  • Unethical or illegal behavior

B. Acceptable & Responsible Use

Students will:

  • Use district devices only for school-appropriate purposes
  • Follow all copyright and trademark laws
  • Work only with materials they created or have permission to use
  • Keep logins, passwords, and personal information confidential
  • Access the internet on campus only through SUSD Secure Wi-Fi
  • Report misuse to a teacher or administrator

Students will not:

  • Not attempt to access, modify, or delete accounts or unauthorized files
  • Not attempt to bypass content filtering (including proxy sites/software)
  • Not upload or create viruses
  • Not damage, modify, or personalize district devices (including applying stickers to devices)
  • Not use devices for gaming, credit card purchases, or earning money
  • Not disrupt network access for others
  • Not share home addresses, phone numbers, or personally identifiable information (PII) or data without authorization

Students should remember:
Electronic communication is not private, and digital footprints are permanent.

Personal Electronic Devices on Campus

SUSD provides necessary instructional technology. Students are prohibited from using a personal laptop for learning.

If brought to campus:

Respectful Use

  1. Devices must be off and stored unless permitted by a teacher or administrator.
  2. When permitted, devices must be on silent mode.
  3. Media, messaging, and apps must be course-related.
  4. Students may not use another person’s device without permission.
  5. Photos, videos, or recordings of others require prior approval from the individuals involved and a teacher/administrator.

Responsible Use

  • Students are responsible for storing, carrying, and charging devices.
  • Students are responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.
  • Harassment, cheating, plagiarism, bullying (including cyberbullying), or inappropriate social media use will result in disciplinary consequences.

District Device Care & Financial Responsibility

Students must:

  • Treat district devices with care.
  • Return devices in the same condition received.
  • Accept responsibility for lost or damaged devices.

SUSD offers an Optional Device Protection Plan.

Repair & Replacement Costs

Chromebook Protection Plan — $30/year

Component

With Plan

Without Plan

Device Replacement

$150

$300

Screen Replacement

$50

$180

Power Cord

$20

$40

Cover (Top/Bottom/Palm Rest)

$10

$25

Keyboard

$10

$25

Case (if issued)

$10

$25

 

Windows Student Device Protection Plan — $50/year

Component

With Plan

Without Plan

Device Replacement

$250

$500

Screen Replacement

$50

$180

Power Cord

$20

$40

Cover (Top/Bottom)

$10

$25

Keyboard/Palm Rest Assembly

$20

$40

Case (if issued)

$10

$25

 

Privilege & Monitoring

  • Use of district technology and network resources is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked at any time.
  • SUSD reserves the right to monitor all device and network activity.
  • Email and electronic communications are not private.
  • Files may be reviewed or deleted if necessary.
  • All files are public records. Some information may be protected as confidential under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
  • SUSD is not liable for service interruptions or system changes.

Consequences

Violations of these protocols may result in:

  • Suspension or termination of technology privileges
  • School disciplinary action
  • Financial responsibility for damages
  • Legal consequences
  • Suspension or expulsion (when applicable)

Technology Use Agreement

Parents/guardians acknowledge the Uniform Code of Student Conduct and the Technology & Network Resource Protocols, including:

  • Technology access is for educational purposes only.
  • Students must use the district-issued laptop for classroom instruction and testing.
    • SUSD does not support Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
  • Students must not send or receive illegal or offensive material.
  • Students must not circumvent content filters.
  • Parents are responsible for supervising student technology use outside school.
  • Permission is granted for their child to access SUSD network resources.
  • Student/Parent/Guardian accepts responsibility for lost/stolen/damaged devices.
  • District is not responsible for any personal device brought to campus.