We have revised our cell phone and mobile device policy, implemented to create the best possible learning environment for all of our students. This policy is based on research showing the negative impacts that constant cell phone and device use can have on academic performance, mental health, and overall student well-being.
The goal of this school policy is to align with our mission to foster engagement for learning and strengthen our school culture and community.
With some exceptions, cell phones and other mobile devices (including smartphones, smart watches, smart glasses, tablets, e-readers, and any other personal web-capable device) brought onto school grounds are to be stored “away for the day” from 8:30 a.m. to the end of the school day in the student’s backpack. If you are concerned about theft, your student may check-in their phone or watch at the office.
All calls during the day will be made from the school office.
If a student does not meet the expectations regarding cell phones and other mobile devices during the school day, a teacher or administrator will apply the following actions, which increase in severity:
- Verbal warning and reminder of the policy by school staff, student required to place device in their backpack or take it to the office for safe-keeping.
- Device confiscated and parent/caregiver notification and sent to the front office. Students are to retrieve their device from the office at the end of the school day.
- Device confiscated and parent/caregiver notification. Meeting with school administration and parent/caregiver scheduled.
Exceptions: Students with documented health conditions, as defined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 plan, may be permitted to use a cell phone or other mobile device during the school day if required to monitor or manage their health. This use must be incorporated into the student’s health plan.
Oregon Department of Education Guidance for School Cell Phone Policies, October 2024
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