Employee Acceptable Use.pdf

Key Points:

1. Educational Purpose: The Troy ISD computer system is for educational purposes, including classroom activities, career development, and research.
2. Prohibited Uses: Commercial purposes, political lobbying, posting personal information, and illegal activities are prohibited.
3. Student Internet Access: District staff will supervise students' online activities and ensure they do not distribute personal information.
4. Unacceptable Uses: Includes illegal activities, disrupting the computer system, and introducing computer viruses.
5. System Security: Users must report security problems, not share user-IDs and passwords, and not harm or destroy others' data.
6. Unauthorized Equipment Installation: Personal equipment not authorized by the Technology Department is prohibited.
7. Personal Electronic Communications Devices: Employees may not use personal devices during work hours, except in emergencies or during planning periods.
8. Email and Chatting: Personal email accounts are not supported, and employees may not participate in chat rooms or encrypt communications.
9. Email Accounts: District-provided email accounts are for instructional purposes only and are monitored by district staff.
10. Confidentiality: Employees must maintain confidentiality and not disclose personal information about others without proper authorization.
11. Electronic/Voice Mail Usage: Must conform to district policies against harassment and discrimination.