The moral of the story? There are often alternative solutions and resources available that can help you access the information you need while respecting the guidelines set by your school.
Alex did some research and found a reputable VPN provider that offered a free trial. She downloaded the software and installed it on her school computer (with her own device, not the school's, to avoid any potential risks). She then launched the VPN and connected to a server in a different country where the website she wanted to access wasn't blocked.
To her delight, the website was now accessible! Alex was able to complete her project and even found some valuable resources that she wouldn't have been able to access otherwise.