Student/Parent Handbook

I acknowledge the Thompson Falls EL-8 Student Handbook for 2026-2027 school year.  I understand that the handbook contains information that my child and I may need during the school year.  I understand that all students will be held accountable for their behavior and will be subject to the disciplinary consequences outlined in the handbook. I further acknowledge that I have been provided the opportunity to opt out (or limited opt-out) of the release of directory information about my child.  If I so choose, I will make that designation in writing to my child’s principal by October 1 of this school year. 

1. I promise to use all computer equipment carefully and not damage, change or tamper with the hardware, software, settings or the network.
2. I promise to use the computer and the Internet for schoolwork only.  I will use only the programs and websites that my teacher has approved.
3. I promise to print only when my teacher tells me to print.
4. I promise to use my own file or my own folder on the student server.
5. I will not view, send or display inappropriate or illegal messages or pictures.
6. I promise never to use any form of electronic communication¹  I promise not to harass, frighten or bully anyone while at school.
7. I promise to tell a staff member if I read or see something on the computer that is inappropriate.
8. I promise to obey copyright laws.
9. I understand that if I break any of my promises, I might lose my computer privileges.

Use of New Web Tools

As part of 21st century learning, teachers and students may be using new web tools such as blogs, wikis, podcasts and videocasts. These technologies improve students' communication and collaboration skills, provide a real audience and extend learning beyond the classroom walls while
building digital citizenship skills. At some point during the school year, you may be asked to sign
additional permission forms regarding the use of new web tools.
I understand that any use of artificial intelligence (AI) will be for school use and will access such tools responsibly. I will not use it to engage in academic dishonesty, violate the law, or access or disseminate harmful or inappropriate material.

^{1 "Electronic communication" means a communication transmitted by means of an electronic device including, but not limited to, a telephone, cellular phone, computer, pager, iPod or other mp3 or audio-video players and cameras.}

1. I will not damage, change, tamper or interfere with the hardware, software, settings or the network in any way.
2. I will obey copyright laws.  I will cite sources.
3. I will not seek, view, send or display offensive, inappropriate, or illegal messages or media.
4. I will keep my passwords private.
5. I will not waste limited resources, such as disk or server space, bandwidth or printing capacity.
6. I will not trespass in or harm another student's folders, work or files.
7. I will use my personal email account or any personal electronic device in accordance with school rules and or District policy.
8. I will notify a staff member immediately if I encounter materials which violate the rules of appropriate use.
9. I will not use any form of electronic communication² to harass, intimidate or bully anyone while at school.
10. I am prepared to be held accountable for my actions and for any loss of privileges if these rules are violated.

^{2 "Electronic communication" means a communication transmitted by means of an electronic device including, but not limited to, a telephone, cellular phone, computer, pager, iPod or other mp3 or audio-video players and cameras.}

Use of New Web Tools

As part of 21st century learning, teachers and students may be using new web tools such as blogs, wikis, podcasts and videocasts. These technologies improve students' communication and collaboration skills, provide a real audience and extend learning beyond the classroom walls while building digital citizenship skills. The following terms and conditions relate to these new web tools:

1. I will act safely by keeping personal information out of my web projects. I will not give out my family name, email address, home address, school name, city, country or other information that can help someone locate or contact me in person. I will not post identifying photos or videos, unless authorized by my instructor.
2. I will treat blog and wiki spaces as I do a classroom space, and I will use appropriate and respectful language. I will only post on school-appropriate subjects. If I include pictures on my blog, podcast, videocast or wiki, they will be appropriate.
3. If I post a link in a blog, podcast, videocast or wiki, I will have read that information carefully to be certain that it is appropriate for the school community.
4. I understand that any use of artificial intelligence (AI) will be for school use and will access such tools responsibly. I will not use to engage in academic dishonesty, violate the law, or access or disseminate harmful or inappropriate material.
5. I understand that if I fail to follow these guidelines, I may lose the opportunity to use web-based tools.