CHS Cell Phone Policy
*Please note that these policies are subject to change because they are looking at a district-wide response to cell phones.
Policy-
Based on Utah State Senate Bill 178 and Davis District school board policy, cell phones will not be allowed for student use during class time (this includes any Bluetooth device connected to your cell phone). Students may use their phones during passing periods and lunch. If a student violates this policy, the following consequences would be initiated.
Consequences-
1. 1st classroom violation:
a. Reminder of the cell phone expectations and ask for student compliance.
b. If student is non-compliant or insubordinate it automatically becomes an office referral.
c. Parent contacted.
2. 2nd classroom violation:
a. Student sent to office for admin intervention.
b. Failure to show to the office would result in additional administrative action.
c. Student conference with administrator. Discussion of future consequences.
d. Phone confiscated.
e. Parent contacted.
3. 3rd violation:
a. Student sent to office for admin intervention.
b. Failure to show to the office would result in additional administrative action.
c. Phone confiscated
d. Check in phone at the office for a probationary time.
e. Other consequences may include: a behavior contract, a parent meeting, and suspension.
4. 4th violation:
a. Student sent to office for admin intervention
b. Failure to show to the office would result in additional administrative action.
c. Disruption of School Notice: Extended confiscation probation and may include additional suspension, reduced schedule, probation from student activities and/or an administrative “U.”
FAQ
Q: What about smart watches and headphones.
A: For our policy, we are simply looking at watches that duplicate what a phone can do such as text and/or utilize social media. If the watch is only a fitness tracker, they will be allowed. It is not necessary to inspect every student’s watch. Students may be allowed, by the teacher, plug- in headphones for curricular purposes. We want to avoid any Bluetooth headphones. If a student is using their smartwatch or wireless headphones/earbuds during class, they would be referred down.
Q: What if my student needs their phone for medical reasons?
A: Of course, we will make provisions for those students with a Health Plan. We will contact teachers of students with a medical exception and issue out a card to students as well. If you have a medical issue that requires a phone, please contact Mrs. Marland for assistance wmarland@dsdmail.net .
Q: What if I need to contact my student during the day?
A: The policy is only during class time. Students will be able to have their devices between classes and at lunch. However, parents are always welcome to call the Main Office, and we can get a message to your student, or call them down.
Q: My student tells me they use their phone to submit assignments. Aren’t their computers slower than most phones when it comes to uploading pictures and assignments?
A: Students can still submit assignments prior to class. While it is true that many students use their phones to upload and submit pictures and assignments, the student’s netbook can do it as well.
Q: Who is responsible for my student’s device if it gets taken away?
A: Teachers will not take the device in class. Rather, teachers will have the student bring it to the office. Phones will be placed in a secure spot while in the office.
Q: As a parent, what if I work and can’t get to the school to pick it up?
A: The parents and administrator will work together to find a solution.
Q: What if there is a school emergency such as a lockdown?
A: Using phones during an emergency can distract a student from paying attention to directions. Additionally, having a notification heard, or phone ringing, could jeopardize the safety of everyone in a room. However, keep in mind that most students will have their phones in their backpacks, or somewhere on them, should the need arise for them to use it during an emergency.