In order for a student to use the Connery Elementary School's Internet connection, they must read the following guidelines and abide by them.

The Internet is a vast, global network of computers that allow schools, universities, businesses and millions of people to share information electronically. Here at Connery we connect to the Internet through the school department's Web Servers.

With such a vast network of computers every effort is made to observe and monitor the material that the students access on the Internet. While the children are closely watched they are also held responsible for the knowingly and willingly entering into unacceptable websites.

In addition, Connery Elementary School takes no responsibility for any information or materials that are transferred through the Internet.

Below are the guidelines that will be followed when using the Internet at Connery Elementary School.

No student shall do any of the following:

1. Give out any personal information such as name, phone number, address, or email address
2. Agree to meet someone they met on the Internet
3. Enter or access any inappropriate or unethical websites or chatrooms
4. Use inappropriate language
5. Knowingly use copyrighted materials
6. Knowingly transfer inappropriate or illegal materials through the Ingalls Magnet School’s Internet connection
7. Threaten or harass any individual(s) using the Internet
8. Download any pirated or illegal software or pornographic material

Failure to abide by the above guidelines will result in immediate revocation of Internet access through the Connery Elementary School’s Internet connection. If necessary legal action may be taken against any individual who willfully uses the Internet to conduct unlawful practices on school property. Such actions may result in a fine or jail time.

Below are rules for online safety that a student should follow while using the Internet:

1. Never give out personal information (name, phone number, address, passwords, school location).
2. Tell a teacher or parent when you come across material on the Internet that makes you feel uncomfortable.
3. Never send anyone you have met online a picture of you.
4. Never agree to meet someone you met online.
5. Never respond to messages that are mean or obscene and make you feel uncomfortable.