Back to School - Cell Phone

We are writing to inform you of significant changes to our district's cell phone policy that will take effect at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year. These changes are required by Texas House Bill 1481, which mandates that all Texas public school districts implement a comprehensive ban on personal communication devices during the school day.

We understand this represents a significant change for some of our students and families, especially our high school students. Our administrative teams are working to develop clear guidelines and procedures to ensure a smooth transition. We will continue to work closely with our students and families to implement this change.

Our goal is to create learning environments where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, free from the distractions that personal communication devices can create. By creating a phone-free climate, we're giving teachers the tools to teach without disruption and students the space to learn, think critically, and engage with one another face-to-face. This policy change aligns with our commitment to providing focused, engaging learning environments where every student can succeed.

We appreciate your partnership and understanding as we work together to implement this significant change.

If you have questions about this policy change or how it may affect your child, please see the 2025-2026 Student Handbook and Code of Conduct, which was approved by the Board of Trustees on July 21, 2025.

Thank you for your partnership as we work together to create focused learning environments that support student success.

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, Prosper ISD will implement a comprehensive ban on the use of personal communication devices by students during the school day while on school property. This policy applies to all grade levels and includes:

• Cell phones
  
• Smartwatches
  
• Tablets (personal devices)
  
• Any other electronic device capable of communication
  

New Policy (2025-2026): Personal communication devices will be completely prohibited from use during the entire school day and will not be permitted for instructional purposes, regardless of previous approval. Electronic devices are banned during instructional time, lunch, recess, transitions, and any periods on campus before dismissal.

District-Issued Devices: Students will continue to have access to district-provided devices (such as laptops or tablets) for instructional purposes.

• All instructional time
  
• Lunch periods
  
• Recess and break times
  
• Transitions between classes
  
• Any time students are on campus before dismissal
  
• All grade levels across the district
  

This policy will be fully implemented at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Campuses will NOT store devices for students.

Emergency Contact: For urgent matters during the school day, parents should contact their child's campus' main office. School personnel will ensure important messages reach students promptly.

🏫 Important Contacts:

• Your child's campus main office
  
• Prosper ISD main office: 945-678-0000
  
• Website: www.prosper-isd.net for policy updates and FAQs
  

This policy change is mandated by Texas House Bill 1481 and applies to all public school districts in Texas. For the most current information, please visit our website or contact your child's school directly.