District news
Student phone rule (Policy 5695) is in its first year, with 64 phone discipline cases in September
What happened
Under a new state rule, students must store their phones during the school day. Exceptions cover medical needs, IEP or 504 plans and care of dependents. In September 2025 the district recorded 57 phone discipline cases in high schools, 7 in middle schools and none in elementary schools. Teachers said hallways were easier and cafeterias were noisier.
Why it matters to families
The rule changes the school day for every student and sets when parents can reach their child.
The evidence
The October 29, 2025 board presentation lists the policy parts, staff feedback and the discipline counts. The full policy text was not collected.
The source
Electronic Devices Policy 5695 presentationSee the full record for Middle Country Central School District.
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