Student Telephone Use

Children are permitted to use the school telephone only in an emergency situation. The classroom teacher must grant permission in order for a student to use the telephone. Forgotten papers, instruments, or school materials do not constitute an emergency.  Students are discouraged to bring personal cell phones to school.  However, if a parent wishes for the child to have a cell phone it must remain off and kept inside their book bag during the school day and on the bus ride home.  Smart watches that have texting capabilities should not be worn at school by students.  The school cannot be held liable if it is lost and/or damaged.

Teachers will not be interrupted during instructional time for telephone calls.  If you call during the instructional day you will be given the opportunity to leave a message on his/her voicemail.  The teacher will return your call within 24 hours.  Please be aware that teachers may not have the opportunity to check their voicemail until the school day is over. 

Policy Code 4318 Student Use of Electronic Devices: On June 10, 2024, the Board of Education updated Policy 4318 Student Use of Electronic Devices. Policy 4318 is attached to this post.  Please note the following important updates for the 2024-25 school year:

Elementary School: Students are not allowed to utilize electronic devices from arrival on campus through departure from campus. Students are required to power off and securely store their cell phones away from their person throughout the school day. 

School employees may immediately confiscate any electronic device that is on, used, displayed, or visible in violation of this policy. Absent compelling and unusual circumstances, confiscated electronic devices will be returned only to the student's parent or guardian. Smart watches and similar devices should be used primarily for their intended functions. However, the use of these devices for other purposes that lead to classroom distractions are subject to school-based consequences and possible confiscation.

Leaving the classroom during instructional time to use  electronic device in another setting including but not limited to hallways, bathrooms, or stairwells, is subject to school-based consequences and confiscation.