Co-op Academy Stoke-on-Trent

Acceptable Use Agreement

Appendix 1 – Student AUA (STAUP)

Student Acceptable Use Policy Agreement

Student Acceptable Use Policy Agreement

This Acceptable Use Policy is intended to make sure:

● That you will be a responsible user and stay safe while using the internet and other technology for learning and personal use

● That ICT systems and users are protected from accidental or deliberate misuse

The Academy will try to ensure that you will have good access to ICT to enhance your learning and will, in return, expect you to agree to be a responsible user. Please make sure you read and understand the following �� I WILL and �� I WILL NOT statements. If there’s anything you’re not sure of, ask your teacher.

Student Acceptable Use Agreement Form

This form relates to the Student Acceptable Use Agreement (STAUA), to which it is attached. It is also closely linked to the Mobile Phone Charter, by signing this document I agree to adhere to both documents.

I understand that I am responsible for my actions, both in and out of the Academy:

• I understand that the Academy also has the right to take action against me if I am involved in incidents of inappropriate behaviour, that are covered in this agreement, when I am out of the Academy and where they involve my membership of the Academy community (examples would be cyber-bullying, use of images or personal information)

• I understand that if I fail to follow this Acceptable Use Agreement, I will be subject to disciplinary action. This may include my parents being contacted, detentions or isolations being issued, loss of access to the Academy network/internet, fixed term exclusions, referral to outside agencies and in the event of illegal activities the involvement of the police.

I have read and understand the above and agree to follow these guidelines when: • I use the Academy ICT systems and equipment (both in and out of the Academy)

• I use my own equipment within the Academy (when allowed) e.g. mobile phones, smart watches etc. outside of the normal academy day.

• I use my own equipment out of the Academy in a way that is related to me being a member of this Academy e.g. communicating with other members of the Academy, accessing Academy email, accessing Google Classroom and Drive for remote learning / live lessons etc.

• I am aware that eSafe and Smoothwall real time monitor all usage associated with my student login both on and off the premises.

(Students/Parents/carers are requested to sign the permission form below upon admission to show your support of the Academy in this important aspect of the Academy’s work).

Year Group: Tutor:

Signed (Student): Date:

This agreement should be signed when you join the Academy (Unless there are changes to the agreement and they will be amended and resigned.)