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Information and Communication Technology Usage Policy

Communications via computer and other electronic devices are often public in nature. General school rules for the use of electronic equipment apply to staff as well as pupils. Users must comply with school standards and must honour the agreements they have signed. Beyond the clarification of such standards, the School is not responsible for restricting, monitoring or controlling the communications of individuals utilising the computers.

Computer administrators reserve the right to review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on school computers will be private. Within reason, freedom of speech and access to information will be honoured.

School policy for use of the Internet, email and other electronic devices will not permit the following:

using email programs other than the St Mary’s email
sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures
using obscene language
harassing, insulting or attacking others
damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks
violating copyright laws
using another person’s password
trespassing in another's folders, work or files
intentionally wasting limited resources
employing the computers for commercial purposes
storage of downloaded films, songs etc

Violations will result in a loss of access to computers at St Mary’s as well as other disciplinary or legal action.

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