SAU 41 Cell phone Policy 

SB 206-FN

https://legiscan.com/NH/text/SB206/id/3076209

"Cell Phones

"In accordance with recently passed New Hampshire State Law,  RSA 189:1-a , and the District’s commitment to a focused, respectful, and engaging learning environment, student use of personal electronic communication devices (including but not limited to cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and headphones) is prohibited from when the first bell rings to start instructional time until the dismissal bell rings to end the school day.

"In support of student focus, academic engagement, and social connection, our school is continuing to implement a cell phone-free learning environment, as now required by a new state law.

"Pending final School Board Policy the following procedures will be followed and enforced. 

1. First Offense

   1. The student will receive a verbal warning and be reminded to put their device away

2. Second Offense

   1. The device will be turned into the main office for the remainder of the school day. The classroom teacher will notify parents/guardians. The student may retrieve the device from the main office at dismissal.

3. Repeated Offenses:

   1. A disciplinary referral will be issued, and a parent/guardian will be required to pick up the device from the principal’s office at the end of the school day. Repeated offenses will result in a student being required to check in their device into the main office daily.

4. Insubordination/Refusal to Comply:

   1. Progressive disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the HBMS Code of Conduct. A parent/guardian meeting with administration will be scheduled."