Announcements

Student Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy

To ensure a focused and distraction-free learning environment, cell phones and all electronic devices (including iPads, electronic games, over-ear headphones, etc.) are not allowed for use on campus during school hours.

When & Where Devices Are Prohibited:

• From arrival (6:40 AM) until dismissal (2:25 PM)

• This includes classrooms, hallways, breakfast, lunch, and all school-related events during the school day.
  
  

Devices must be off and properly stowed away. Simply checking the time is a violation.

Consequences for Cell Phone Violations:

Offense

Consequence

1st Offense

Phone confiscated. Parent must pick up and sign a contract. Student assigned to Behavior Clinic.

2nd Offense

Phone confiscated. Parent must pick up. Student receives a Suspension.

3rd+ Offense

Mandatory Parent Conference, Behavior Probation, and Suspension.

Refusal to surrender device

Immediate Suspension.

 Use of a phone during a test or quiz = Academic Dishonesty (cheating), regardless of intent.

Important Notes:

• Parents/Guardians: Please do not call or text your student during class. In case of an emergency, contact the main office.

• Phones will only be released to a parent/guardian between:

  • 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM

  • 2:35 PM – 2:50 PM

• A usage contract must be signed to retrieve the device.

 Legal Notice:

• Students bring devices at their own risk. The school and district are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (including those confiscated).

• Our policy complies with Louisiana Act No. 313 and R.S. 17:239, which require electronic devices to be off and stowed away during the instructional day, unless there's a public safety emergency.

Student ID Reminder: All students are required to wear a current-year (25-26) approved Liberty Magnet High School ID at all times during the regular school day. IDs must be worn on the upper body and face forward.

ID Display Requirements:

• IDs must be worn around the neck on a lanyard or clipped to the collar.

• IDs must not be defaced: no writing, cutting, or placing stickers on them.

• Students must purchase a replacement ID if it is defaced and cannot be restored to its original condition.

Temporary ID Guidelines:

If a student forgets, loses, or misplaces their official ID, they must:

• Purchase a temporary ID for $1 from the reception area of any building.

• Obtain the temporary ID before the 7:10 AM tardy bell.

• Students who are tardy due to obtaining a temporary ID will receive an unexcused tardy.

• Temporary IDs are valid for one day only.

• Payment must be made at the time of issuance. Late payments are not allowed, and failure to pay will result in a disciplinary consequence.

Classroom Expectations:

• IDs will be checked each class period.

• Students without a proper ID will be sent to the clerk for a temporary ID.

• Students not wearing an ID properly may receive a disciplinary referral.

Disciplinary Consequences for ID Violations:

1st Offense: After-School Behavior Clinic

2nd Offense: After-School Behavior Clinic

3rd Offense: 1-Day In-School Suspension

4th Offense: Parent Phone/Zoom Conference

- If declined, the student will be sent home with documentation and the parent will be notified via JCAMPUS.

5th Offense: 1-Day Out-of-School Suspension

6th Offense: Parent Conference to place student on Behavior Probation