UPDATE: Student Personal Electronic Devices Policy
Students will only use school-provided devices during the school day–from start to dismissal.
The intent of Policy JICJ is to support a focused learning environment, minimize distractions, and promote student social and emotional well-being by regulating the use of student personal cell phones, smart watches, and other personal electronic devices (PEDs) during the school day. This update aligns our district practices with the new Maine law imposing a ban on student use of personal electronic devices during the school day:
Students will only use school-provided devices during the school day. All students are prohibited from using cell phones and other personal electronic devices with internet or cellular network connectivity for the duration of the entire school day—from start to dismissal—unless an explicit exception applies. Prior to the start of the day, personal devices must be powered off, stored away as directed by the school, and not worn or accessed.
Students who require the use of a cell phone during the school day for a documented educational, medical, disability-related, or safety need may be eligible for an exemption.