5209 Student Use of Cell Phone and Electronic Communication Devices:
OHS Student Cell Phone Classroom Procedures
To maintain a focused and engaging learning environment, the following procedures will be implemented:
Collection Process: At the start of each class, students will place their cell phones into an area in the classroom designated by the classroom teacher for the duration of class.
Accessibility in Emergencies: In case of an emergency, students will be granted permission to access their cell phones.
Device Settings: Students are required to silence or turn off their phones before placing them in the designated area.
Please note, students will have access to their cell phone during classroom transitions and lunch time.
Enforcement and Consequences
To ensure compliance with these expectations, the following steps will be taken if a student is either found with a cell phone after class has started or using a cell phone during class:
1st Occurrence:
Incident logged in PowerSchool by teacher
Parent/guardian contacted by teacher via email
Incident logs in PowerSchool are monitored by OHS Administration
2nd Occurrence:
Incident logged in PowerSchool by teacher
Parent/guardian contacted by teacher via email
Referral to the Dean of Students
Potential Course Consequences
Parent Communication from Administration
Restorative Practices
Prevention Program for violation
3rd Occurence:
Incident logged in PowerSchool
Parent/guardian contacted
Referral to the Dean of Students, resulting in detention or further consequences such as suspension
Classroom Assessment Expectations
On assessment days, any student caught with a communication device (cell phone, air pods, smart watches) will receive an automatic zero. Student will then be given consequences that follow the OHS Academic Integrity Policy.
Earbuds/Smart Watches Expectations
The use of earbuds & smart watches are restricted unless explicitly permitted by the teacher. Students must ensure that earbuds remain out of their ears and smart watches remain out of sight during class to prevent any potential distraction. Both of these items should remain in the student’s backpack.
By adhering to this expectation, we aim to create a more productive and immersive educational experience for all students at Oxford High School. We appreciate the cooperation of students, parents, and staff in upholding these guidelines.
