INTERNET POLICY 

The Patrick Henry School District Public Library endeavors to meet the information, education and recreation needs of the diverse population of adults and children in the school district and the adjacent area.  Access to the internet and Ohio Public Information Network (OPLIN) resources is on method of meeting these needs.

DISCLAIMER

Most of the information available through OPLIN and the internet is not generated by the PHSDPL or OPLIN. 

The internet offers nearly unlimited global access to information and opinions from diverse points of view.  However, not all information available through OPLIN and the internet is indorsed or warranted by the PHSDPL or OPLIN to be accurate, authoritative, factual or complete.  The user assumes all risks for its use.  Neither can the library guarantee the reliability of the computer. 

The internet links thousands of computers around the world, with no single organization or agency having responsibility for its content. Thus, it is likely that some of the information available will be found to be controversial, offensive or unsuitable for minor.

Parents must instruct their minor children as to what uses are permissible.

The user agrees to indemnify and hold the PHSDPL and OPLIN harmless from any and all claims, losses, damages or liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of OPLIN and the internet. 

Software designed to filter sexually explicit material and other contents harmful to minors has been installed on all public computers.  Adults may request to have the filter removed.

Parents who wish their children to use the computer without filters after school, evenings and Saturdays are asked to come in to the library and sign a release form.  The filters are not perfect, the library can not guarantee all inappropriate sites will be blocked.  All patrons under 18 years of age must have a permission slip signed by their parent or guardian to use the computers.