Acceptable Use Policy for Schools
A PRACTICAL SOLUTION FOR SCHOOLS
If your school is committed to the correct and proper use of its ICT resources – we’ll ensure your Acceptable Use Policies reflect that commitment.
Why develop a Bespoke Policy?
If your school is committed to the correct and proper use of its ICT resources – your AUP should reflect that commitment.
The inappropriate use of information and communication technology (ICT) resources could expose your school to risks including virus and malicious software attacks, theft and unauthorised disclosure of information, disruption of network systems and / or litigation.
The purpose of the Acceptable Use Policy is to provide staff, students and other users with clear guidance on the appropriate, safe and legal way in which they can make use of the school’s ICT resources.
Scope
The AUP should represent the school’s position as it applies to:
- Responsibilities of Staff;
- Remote Working, Teaching & Learning;
- Routine Monitoring of Technologies;
- Training;
- Personal Use of School Supplied Technologies;
- Confidentiality & Privacy;
- User Accounts & Passwords;
- Software & Electronic Media Use;
- IT Devices & Equipment Use;
- Computer & Peripherals;
- Mobile Computer Devices & Smart Devices;
- Access To School Network;
- Information Storage;
- Information Disposal;
- Staff Periods of Absence;
- Staff Leaving;
- Unacceptable Use;
- Student’s Use of Technology;
- Define Approved List of Technologies;
Approach
Step 1: Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) Workshop
- Conducted remotely using Microsoft Teams / Google Meet.
- Includes the IT Postholder, External ICT Support, Policy Post and other relevant persons.
- Inventory of technologies in use and system configurations.
- Discussions / evaluations conducted with system administrators and external service providers as needed.
- Policy Preparation.
Step 2: AUP Review Meetings
- Conducted remotely using Microsoft Teams / Google Meet.
- Initial Review Meeting and gather comments.
- Final Review Meeting.
Step 3: Online Webinar with Staff
- “AUP and you – what you need to know”.
- Croke Park Hour / Staff Meeting.
- Takes place online using Microsoft Teams / Google Meet.
Step 4: 12 Months Email & Phone Support
- We provide your school with 12 Months Phone & Email Support to answer any questions / queries you may have for up to 12 months.
*All workshops / training will take place online due to Covid-19.
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