Remote Learning Technology Policy

Technology Policy 2025-2026 School Year

1. Property of Wa He Lut Indian School. The Chromebooks are property of Wa He Lut Indian School. 

2. Device use is intended for assigned student only. The Chromebooks are to be used exclusively by the student, and by responsible adults but only for the purpose of assisting the student with school assignments. They are to be used for educational purposes only. 

3. Devices are managed by the school. The Chromebooks are monitored by school staff for compliance with these policies. 

4. Take care of the device. Students are responsible for any damage that occurs to the computer when it is in his/her possession. Please, contact the school immediately if the device is lost, stolen or damaged. 

5. Communicate responsibly. Students are restricted from using obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, threatening or disrespectful language while using the device. Harassment or cyberbullying of any kind is not tolerated.  

6. Follow copyright laws, plagiarism laws and fair use guidelines. Students are not allowed to plagiarize works found on the internet. Copying and pasting work from the internet into your own work is a form of plagiarism. Do not use your device to store personal content or download information not related to academic assignments. 

7. Avoid inappropriate content. Do not attempt to locate, view, share or store materials that are unacceptable in an academic setting. This includes, but is not limited to: pornographic, obscene,, graphically violent, or vulgar images or sounds, music, language, video or other materials. 

8. No expectation of privacy. All electronic devices, communications, activities, and files created and/or accessed on school technology are not private and are subject to being viewed, monitored and/or archived by the school at any time. There is no reasonable expectation of privacy in connection with the use of the Chromebook. 

9. Violation of policies can lead to loss of device. Violation of these policies may result in revocation of the Chromebook (which may negatively impact the ability of the students to complete school assignments). 

10. Damaging Property. Each student will be responsible for the device they are assigned. The parent/guardian could be responsible for replacement cost, if the device is damaged. 

I, the undersigned parent/guardian of the student named below, acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding the use of a school-issued Chromebook:

1. Ownership: The Chromebook is the property of Wa He Lut Indian School.

2. Authorized Use: The device is assigned to the student and may only be used by the student or responsible adults assisting with schoolwork. It is for educational purposes only.

3. Monitoring: The device is managed and monitored by school staff to ensure compliance with school policies.

4. Care and Responsibility: The student is responsible for the care of the device. I agree to notify the school immediately if the device is lost, stolen, or damaged.

5. Responsible Communication: The student will not use disrespectful, obscene, or threatening language. Harassment or cyberbullying is strictly prohibited.

6. Academic Integrity: The student will follow copyright, plagiarism, and fair use laws. Personal content and non-academic downloads are not permitted.

7. Content Restrictions: The student will not access or store inappropriate content, including but not limited to pornographic, violent, or vulgar material.

8. Privacy Notice: I understand that there is no expectation of privacy when using the Chromebook. All activity may be monitored or archived by the school.

9. Policy Violations: Violations may result in loss of device access, which may affect the student’s ability to complete assignments.

10. Financial Responsibility: I understand that I may be held financially responsible for the replacement cost if the device is damaged due to negligence.