Policy Overview
Unless explicitly permitted by a school employee, students may NOT USE smartphones, mobile communication devices, or headphones (airpods) while on campus during school hours 7:30AM – 2:45 PM (From the time the student walks through Barrett’s Black Gates until they leave Barrett’s Black Gates). All such devices must be powered off and kept in students’ backpacks throughout the school day.
Unauthorized Use
If a student uses a smartphone or mobile device in violation of this policy while on campus or under school supervision, school staff may confiscate the device and issue disciplinary action.
Confiscation & Storage
Any confiscated device will be turned into the main office, where it will be stored securely. Devices will be returned to the student, parent/guardian, or school administrator, as appropriate.
Repeated Violations
Students may be prohibited from bringing devices to campus after multiple infractions. The escalation process is as follows:
Infraction
Consequence
1st
Verbal warning and put your phone away
2nd
Detention and students can pick up phone after school
3rd
Parent contact by teacher/office and parent pick up
4th
After-School detention and parent pick up
5th
Parent/student/administrator meeting
Liability
John Barrett Middle School is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged cell phones. Students are strongly encouraged to secure personal devices at all times.
**A log will be kept for all student’s cell infractions
