Developments in cell phone technology in recent years have resulted in enhanced communication opportunities.  However, the use of cell phones in schools poses increasing risks of school disruptions, bullying, criminal activity, and academic dishonesty.  As a result, student cell phones, digital cameras and similar electronic devices will be banned during the school day, as well as, in dressing areas during extracurricular activities. 

Violations of this policy will result in the following consequences:

1st -confiscation of device, which may be picked up in the principal's office by the student; after school detention

2nd - confiscation of device, which may be picked up in the principal's office by the student's parent/guardian and student will be placed in ISS for the remainder of the day and/or the following day;

3rd-confiscation of device, which may be picked up in the principal's office by the student's parent guardian and 2days ISS/AES;

4th  & subsequent -escalation of consequences from additional days ISS through Out-of-School Suspensions as well as not being
allowed to have their phone at school for the remainder of the school year.

Parents may apply to the building principal to obtain a hardship exception.  In such cases, the student’s cell phone must be retained in the principal’s office.  Students granted a hardship may visit the office to use their cell phone for approved purposes.  Telephones are also available in school offices for parents to contact their students for legitimate reasons. In addition, exceptions to this Policy may be made based upon the provisions of a student’s IEP, §504 Plan and Safety Plan.

Immunity

School employees and volunteers are immune from liability provided that they are acting in good faith and are adhering to this Policy’s disciplinary procedures.