Non-compliance

A student who violates the telecommunication device policy guidelines will be assigned a disciplinary consequence. Confiscated devices can be picked up at the front office.

First Offense

· 1st Warning issued to student

· Parent/guardian notification

· Device is confiscated and stored in a secure area for the remainder of the day.

· Device is returned to the student at the end of the school day

Second Offense

· 2nd Warning issued to student

· Parent/guardian notification

· Device is confiscated and stored in a secure area for the remainder of the day.

· Device is returned to the student at the end of the school day

Third Offense

· Level 1 Offense - School Based Strategies/Additional Action Options

· Parent/guardian notification

· Device is confiscated and stored in a secure area for the remainder of the day.

· Device is returned to the student at the end of the school day

Fourth Offense

· Level 2 Offense – ISS (In School Suspension), Supplemental Options and School Based Strategies

· Parent/guardian notification

· Device is confiscated and stored in a secure area for the remainder of the day.

· Device is returned to parent/guardian (or emergency contact listed in Skyward Q) at the end of the school day.

Fifth and Beyond Offense

· Level 2 Offense – OSS (Out of School Suspension)

· Parent/guardian notification

· Device is confiscated and stored in a secure area for the remainder of the day.

· Device is returned to parent/guardian (or emergency contact listed in Skyward Q) at the end of the school day.

Exceptions

A student shall be authorized to possess or use a personal communication device on school property during the school day only under the following circumstances:

· The student’s use is necessary for implementation of the student’s individualized education program, a 504 plan, or a similar program or plan.

· The student’s use is required due to a documented need based on a directive from a qualified physician; or

· The student’s use is necessary to comply with a health or safety requirement imposed by law or as part of the district or campus safety protocols.

 

The school will not be responsible for telecommunication devices that are damaged, lost or stolen; however, as with other personal property brought to school, administrators will conduct investigations as time permits to recover lost/stolen items or to determine the person(s) responsible for damages, and will assess discipline as appropriate.

Unclaimed Telecommunication Devices

If a telecommunication device is not reclaimed by the parent/ guardian within 90 days of the date of notification or the end of the school year (whichever is later), the district shall dispose of the device after providing notice required by law.