Electronic and Wireless Communication Devices

Electronic Devices and Wireless Communication Devices © 5-305.A Procedure—Student Code of Conduct

Restrictions on Use of Wireless Communication Devices

Grades K-8: For grades K-8, phones must be turned off or set to silent and stored out of sight (e.g., in a backpack) during the school day, unless instructed by a staff member.

Emergency Use: In case of emergency, students should ask for permission from a teacher or staff member to use their cell phone. Students may also ask permission from a teacher or staff member to contact their parents/legal Guardians.

Exception for Medical Need

The District may alter restrictions regarding the use of a student’s own cellular telephone to accommodate the student’s medical needs or for other exceptions as granted by the District administration in its sole discretion. The student is required to obtain advanced approval prior to use. Typically, the accommodations will be determined by a team convened pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act.

This procedure is designed to support students' safety and communication needs while maintaining focus on academic success and to comply with state law.

Consequence For Noncompliance - 

First infraction - Cellular device is turned off and stored in the student’s backpack or a secure location in the classroom.  The teacher makes contact with the student’s parent/guardian.

Second infraction - Cellular device is sent to the office and placed in a locked closet. The teacher makes contact with the student’s parent/guardian.

Third infraction - Cellular device is kept in the office vault each day when the student arrives at school, and possible lunch/recess detention. Administration will make contact with the parent/guardian contact on the third infraction.