Students may not use phones or smartwatches during the school day

What happened

Policy 7316, adopted July 31, 2025, bars phones, tablets, smartwatches and wireless earbuds all school day, including lunch and recess. Students in grades 7-12 put devices in sealed pouches; younger students use lockers or cubbies. Exceptions cover learning activities, health care, emergencies, translation, and IEP or 504 plans. Repeat use brings stronger steps, from a warning up to a ban on bringing the device to school. The 2026 Code of Conduct repeats the rules.

Why it matters to families

This changes the school day for every student and means families must reach children through the school office, email or the Remind app instead of by phone.

The evidence

The 2026 Code of Conduct, Section VI, summarizes Policy 7316. The July 31, 2025 minutes record the policy's adoption and an update on pouches.

The source