ISB facilities are covered by a wireless network that can be accessed by users with the network key. Access to the network is restricted so that, if necessary, internet use can be tracked.
ISB students have access to PCs in some classes. Each primary classroom also has an iPad. There are a few important rules to remember when using ISB ICT equipment:
Using the internet
All ISB computers are connected to the internet. Primary students can only use iPads and computers under the supervision of a staff member. When using the internet, students must ensure to avoid committing any of the violations below. While DNS filters and firewalls are in place to ensure that students do not have access to inappropriate or illegal content, the internet is an open and dynamic system, thereby reducing the guarantees. In order to be as sure as possible that students will not access or be exposed to inappropriate content, it is essential that they will be shown in ICT lessons how to use the internet responsibly and that they apply this each and every day.
Violations
The following are always forbidden for all users:
Sanctions
Violations will be addressed under the Behaviour and possibly Anti-Bullying Policies.
Users who have committed any of the above can result in a temporary or permanent ban on the use of the school's IT resources.
Mobile Phones
ISB students are permitted to bring a mobile phone to school. However, these devices are to be used in urgent situations only and are intended to ensure quick and easy communication with family members or emergency contacts. This is especially useful in situations where parents/legal guardians do not speak English or Czech. The general guideline is that no one else should be aware that the student even has a phone. While students have their phone at school, ISB does not assume any responsibility for them in the event of loss or damage.
If a student is found to be using their phone or smartwatch to communicate to others during class, the device will be confiscated and given to the division principal to be collected at the end of the day. Repeated instances will result in an email or a phone call home to parents/legal guardians, who will also have to come to school to collect the phone or smartwatch.
Student Devices
ISB students in Years 4 and up are required to bring their laptop to school. The device will be given access to the wifi network*. For Primary students, the device must then only be used during the appropriate lesson time. The device must be used appropriately throughout the day. It must be switched off and stored according to the teacher's instructions during all other times of the school day. Secondary and high school students are more personally responsible for their use of devices.
While students have their devices at school, ISB does not assume any responsibility for them in the event of loss or damage.
*Students are given a 1-year voucher which allows them to always access the internet. The personal voucher code allows the school to look at their internet use in the event of an incident.
All other electronic devices
All other electronic devices (portable gaming consoles, portable media players, etc) should not be brought to school. During break times, it is expected that students will spend their time socialising and exercising outside. It is accepted that there is plenty of time after school for students to spend time with electronic devices.
As an extra note, it is understood that students will have some of these devices with them at school to be used on their way to and from school. It is important that they realize that these items (including headphones) must be put away during the school day.
Google at ISB
ISB uses the Google Apps for education package. ISB accounts are provided to all staff members. Under strict supervision, students in Year 4 have been given @isob Google Accounts, to give them access to Google Suite which includes Google Classroom, Google Drive and Google Calendar. They will also have access to create Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Websites. However, the email and messaging functions have been disabled for these primary students. When they begin Secondary School the email and messaging function will be enabled. Secondary and High School students must have their own email addresses and Google account, as much of their work will be completed within Google Docs.
An email address is also required in order for secondary and high school students to be given ManageBac accounts. They should also have google accounts - for students under 13, parents should set up the account for them.
School Information Systems
ISB has purchased a license to Toddle which is used to track attendance, student assessment data and generate reports.
Students and parents are given logins using the provided email addresses. Secondary and High School students are expected to login to Toddle at least once a day in order to be sure they are keeping up with assignments and deadlines.
Other Educational Software
ISB has also purchased licenses to several on-line learning platforms:
Updated -
August 14/2020
August 6/2024 - Dylan Vance