CELL PHONE POLICY

Students are permitted to bring the following electronic items to school 1) cell phones 2) laptops, tablets, iPads, and other similar computing devices and 3) portable music and entertainment systems as iPods and MP3 players.

The use of cell phones, computing devices and portable music and entertainment systems at school is subject to the restrictions below:

1. Cell phones and portable music and entertainment systems may not e turned on or used during the school day.

2. Computing devices may not be turned on or used except where such has been explicitly authorized by the school or is contained in an Individualized Education Plan or Section 504 Accommodation Plan.

Cell phones may be used as set forth below:

1. If students must use the phone, they will request a pass from their teacher and go to the main office (room 222).  Students may then use their phone under the supervision of an office staff member.  

Confiscation and return of electronic item:

If any student is found in violation of the rules contained in this agreement, the following measures will be enforced:

• 1st offense…. Confiscation of item and return at end of school day

• 2nd offense…. Confiscation of item and return following parent conference

• 3rd offense… Confiscation of item and return to parent

• 4th offense…. Revocation of privilege to bring item to school

Any cell phones and portable music and entertainment systems that are confiscated will be stored in the Principal’s office, room 219.