Any student participating in academic dishonesty will receive an automatic 0 on the assignment without the option of making up the assignment. At the discretion of the teacher and administration, a referral or detention may be assigned. Repeated academic dishonesty may result in suspension or expulsion.
Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- copying homework from a classmate
- sharing homework with a classmate
- copying any sources (print or internet) without proper citations
- using anyone else's (friend, parent, siblings, AI, etc.) words on an assignment
- cheating on a test (copying someone's answers, switching names on test papers)
ACCEPTABLE AND UNACCEPTABLE USE OF AI
If/when AI is permitted for use, the teacher will give students written guidelines specific to the activity/assignment. When no specific, written guidelines are given, students should not use AI for the assignment.
Acceptable Use
- Using AI powered tools with teacher permission and guidance for homework assistance, research, or writing support as a supplement to active engagement.
- Using AI for ethical research and learning purposes aligned with academic and moral objectives.
- Properly citing ALL AI-generated assistance in assignments
Unacceptable Use
- Using AI to complete assignments, exams, or academic work without proper attribution (academic dishonesty) OR explicit teacher permission
- Generating content that contradicts Catholic teachings, including offensive language or inappropriate images
- Using AI for cyberbullying, harassment, or any malicious activity that violates the school's code of conduct
Consequences for Misuse
Violations of acceptable use guidelines will be handled according to the school's discipline policy. Consequences may include redoing the assignment for a grade penalty, loss of technology access (including school-issued iPad), and other measures, depending on the severity of the violation. Students must understand the importance of academic integrity and ethical behavior when using AI.
