Holland Christian Schools

HCHS Acceptable Use Policy

By signing onto and using the Holland Christian Computer Network including the Internet, I understand and agree to adhere to the rules regarding the code of conduct and usage policies. I also understand that this is a legally binding agreement.

Code Of Conduct

1. I agree that all use of Holland Christian Schools Computer Network, the Internet and its resources will be consistent with Holland Christian School’s Christian Respect and Dignity Policy.
2. I agree not to purposely attempt to obtain the password of another or log on with another member’s account.
3. I agree not to purposely give out my password to anyone else. I will keep my password secure by not telling it to others, by not writing it somewhere that someone else can come upon it, and by not creating a password that is easily guessed.
4. I agree not to use Holland Christian Schools Computer Network for any illegal discussions or activity. Such activity includes purposely sending someone a virus-infected file or exchanging commercial software or files that are considered illegal in content.
5. I agree not to use Holland Christian Schools Computer Network to exchange any files or document that are adult or pornographic in nature.
6. I agree not to use vulgarity or profanity via e-mail or via any area or service on Holland Christian Schools Computer Network.
7. I agree not to do the following:
   a) Harass others.
   b) Send hate mail or messages.
   c) Send chain letters.
   d) Send “mail-bombs” (multiple messages to a message forum or person’s E-Mail in an attempt to be disruptive and inconvenience the recipient of the messages).
   e) Intentionally disrupt any chat or message forum by the use of insults, inappropriate messages or comments, or scrolling while in a chat area (scrolling is when the same character or gibberish is entered repeatedly, thus interrupting the activity of those trying to engage in a conversation).
   f) Intentionally lie or discredit another person.
   g) Intentionally damage hardware, software, or other computer equipment.
   h) Intentionally hack or break into the server or other computer or network even if the intent is not to damage resources.
   i) Intentionally cause disruption of any sort in the performance or usability of the system or files contained on the system.
   j) Intentionally vandalize data or hardware of any other person.
   k) Intentionally invade the privacy of another person.
   l) Divulge personal information about myself or others via Holland Christian Schools Computer Network. Such personal information includes my address, phone number, credit card numbers, password, or other confidential information that strangers should not be privy to.

8. I agree to abide by any additional guidelines that my school implements at any time.

USE POLICIES

1. I understand that access to the Holland Christian Schools Computer Network is a privilege and not a right. I understand Holland Christian Schools does not guarantee uninterrupted service, and that certain aspects of the network might not be accessible at all times, and that certain features of the service might be removed at any time. I understand that my school makes no warranties of any kind for the service and my school or its employees cannot be held liable for any damages that I suffer whether from delays or inability to access the server, loss of data, inability to deliver data or files or a bad delivery of such, or interruptions in service for any reason.
2. I also understand that any breech of the code of conduct can result in the immediate and permanent termination of my account and appropriate disciplinary action.
3. I agree that the system administrators and others managing Holland Christian Schools Computer Network may access my e-mail or monitor my activity on Holland Christian Schools Computer Network. Its employees and the system administrators of my school reserve this right for any reason, but will most likely only access one’s e-mail when there is reason to suspect inappropriate conduct or there is a problem with the system that needs correction.
4. I agree that the system administrators of my school will make every attempt to safeguard everyone’s access, Holland Christian Schools Computer Network, and the Internet from inappropriate material. I will not hold my school liable for this occurrence.
5. I understand that if my school administrator has reason to believe that inappropriate or unauthorized use of the account is occurring, the account can be closed temporarily while the situation is investigated. I also understand that if my school finds that inappropriate conduct has occurred, the account will be closed, legal action can be taken, and compliance will be made to Federal Authorities if necessary.