Soquel High School

Computer Vandalism Policy

Soquel High has provided quality computer equipment in the Library Media Center and computer labs through the campus. This equipment is intended to provide a rich learning environment for student to improve their technical and academic skills.

The Soquel High Computer Vandalism Policy will address this problem through the following remedies:

Computer Vandalism Policy

1) Vandalism to computer or technology equipment is a violation of Education Code Section 48900 (f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or private property.

2) Teachers who have damage occur in their classrooms will identify students who are suspected of the damage. An administrator will interview students regarding the incident. If the suspected students do not cooperate and verify who is responsible for the damage, all will be subject to the following disciplinary measures:

A) A student who damages or disables computers or other technology equipment will be cited as violators of this code and suspended from school from 3 to 5 days. The suspension will be logged in their permanent discipline file.

B) The student will be dropped from the class where the vandalism occurred with an “F” grade.

C) A minimum fine of $50 will be levied to cover the cost of repairs. The fine may be increased depending on the extent of the damage.

3) Computer and technology vandalism is considered a violation of the Santa Cruz City School Acceptable Use Agreement. Students guilty of this violation will be banned from any class that uses computers or technology for the current semester and the subsequent semester.

Approved by: ___________________________________________ Date: __________________

Jennifer J. Kollmann, Principal

Acknowledged: ___________________________________________ Date: __________________

Student

___________________________________________ Date: __________________

Parent/Guardian