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Academic Integrity Policy at Helena High School

Academic Integrity

 This section establishes clear guidelines regarding academic integrity, specifically addressing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools by students and plagiarism. It ensures that all academic work reflects original thought and learning, and that AI is used ethically and transparently. Engaging in dishonesty in academic work, including but not limited to plagiarism, cheating, unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) or artificial generative intelligence (AGI) applications to complete schoolwork, submitting work generated by AI or AGI as original work, or any other form of academic dishonesty is a violation of the Code of Conduct.

 

  • Definition of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of presenting someone else’s work, ideas, or expressions as one’s own without proper acknowledgment. This includes:

  • Copying text from sources (including AI-generated content) without citation
  • Paraphrasing ideas without proper attribution
  • Submitting work written by others, including peers or AI tools, as original

 

  • Use of AI Tools by Students
    • AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly, Quillbot, etc.) can support learning but must be used ethically. The following guidelines apply:

Permissible Use:

  • Brainstorming ideas or generating prompts
  • Improving grammar and syntax, with acknowledgment
  • Practicing skills with oversight from educators

Prohibited Use:

  • Submitting AI-generated content as original work without attribution
  • Using AI to complete entire assignments or essays without substantial human contribution
  • Using AI to circumvent the learning process (e.g., solving problems without understanding)

Required Disclosure:

  • Students must clearly disclose any significant use of AI in their
  • Example: “Portions of this assignment were generated with the help of ChatGPT and then revised for clarity and accuracy.”

Consequences for Misuse:

  • 1st offense: Revision and resubmission of work
  • 2nd offense: Revision and resubmission of work with a grade reduction
  • 3rd offense: Disciplinary action for repeated or serious offenses. Possible loss of credit for the assignment.

 

This procedure was created with the assistance of AI, ChatGPT, 6.19.2025