5052 Cellular Phones/Wireless Telecommunications Devices

Allowances and restrictions for the use of cellular phones and/or wireless telecommunications devices by students while in school buildings during school hours or while the student is in transit to or from school on a school vehicle will be determined by school site dependent upon cellular service being available. Unless otherwise noted in the student handbook or through written communication to the parents from the principal, the use of such devices is prohibited except with the prior written consent of both the parent/guardian of the student and the school principal.

To obtain the administration’s consent, the parent/guardian must present a written request that the student be allowed to use a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device due to safety or medical necessity. A medical necessity must be verified by a practicing physician. The written consent for use of a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device shall be maintained in the student’s file. Teachers shall be notified of those students who are authorized to use a cellular phone and/or wireless telecommunications device. Cellular coverage can not be guaranteed for all locations in all buildings.

A student found to be in violation of this policy may be disciplined according to Board Policy #5050.

 

Revised 6/10/96

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