Handheld+User+Agreement

International School Dhaka
= = =Handheld Acceptable Use Guidelines= Note: The terms “Palm” and “Handheld” are used interchangeably in this document Handheld computers are the personal property of each student at ISD. ISD will take no responsibility for the loss of or damage to a handheld. Each handheld should be clearly labelled with identification of its owner. Students are requested to make sure the handhelds are with them at all times or locked in lockers or classrooms.
 * 1) Students will respect the school’s code of behaviour when using the school handheld computers.
 * 2) Student use of handheld computers is for curriculum purposes only while in the classroom.
 * 3) Student use of the Palms will be under the supervision of a teacher during regular scheduled lessons.
 * 4) Students are to use only their own handheld computer unless given permission by a fellow student to use another.
 * 5) Students are to make sure the stylus is replaced correctly after each use.
 * 6) Students must place loose handheld computers on the desk or in a special bag or case when they are not in use so that they won’t easily fall to the ground and be damaged.
 * 7) The stylus or a finger are the only two items to be used to tap the screen.
 * 8) Beaming is not to be used:
 * 9) As a non-focused or time wasting activity
 * 10) Passing of trivial notes during class
 * 11) To send messages containing unacceptable and/or hurtful language
 * 12) Photo taking capability is to be used in class for directed activities only. Permission must be sought to take another person’s photo.
 * 13) The handheld must not be used as a telephone to send or receive messages while at school.
 * 14) No student is to sell software for the Palms or promote the use of unlicensed software in the school.
 * 15) Students are not to leave Palms unattended in school bags or unlocked rooms.
 * 16) It is the responsibility of each student to make sure specified educational software is installed on the Palm at all times for use in class.

Student Name: ……………………………………………………………………………. Grade: …………………… I have read the Handheld Acceptable Use Guidelines above and agree to be a responsible user of this technology while at the International School Dhaka. I also agree that I will encourage other students to be responsible users of handhelds and report any problems with the handhelds to a teacher. Signature: ………………………………………………………………… Date: …………………………………………………………………