Per New York State law, all school districts are required to adopt a cell phone policy that prohibits the use of internet-enabled devices from bell-to-bell. Internet-enabled devices are defined as smartphones, earbuds, smartwatches or other devices capable of connecting to the internet. Limiting personal device use in school helps create a more focused learning environment, supports student mental health, and boosts student engagement in class.
🚫 No Internet-Enabled Devices During School Day
Students will not be permitted to use cell phones, personal devices, or internet enabled devices, during the school day including all classes, homeroom periods, lunch, recess, study halls, and passing time. School-issued devices will be used for educational purposes only.
🔒 Device Storage Expectations
- Elementary: Student devices must be silenced & kept in a personal cubby.
- Middle School: Student devices must silenced & stored in assigned locker.
- High School: Student devices must be silenced & stored in assigned locker.
📞 Communication Between Students and Parents / Guardians
During the school day, to minimize distractions, parents and guardians may contact their children by calling their child’s assigned administrator’s office. Students who need to contact home must request to use the nearest administrator’s office phone.
ℹ️ More Information About the Policy
For full details, view Board of Education Policy 5695 on the district website. We encourage parents and guardians to discuss this policy with students before the start of the school year so everyone is informed and prepared.