Mid-August Update

​We apologize for the constant changes to the bus routes. We have been working with Cape Destinations to ensure everything is set. They shared the updated routes today.

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."

Ferris Bueller

Students, go ask a parent who Ferris is. Parents and caregivers, I know at least a few of you just saw that Ferrari jumping through the streets of Chicago.

I hope this note finds you deep in the good stuff. Beach days, backyard cookouts, a line at the Ice Cream Smuggler, or a double feature at the Wellfleet Drive-In. Whether your student is grinding through their first summer job, out on a boat, buried in a book, or just doing a whole lot of nothing, I hope this stretch of summer is everything they want it to be.

Meanwhile, back at Cape Cod Tech, we're doing the behind-the-scenes work, prepping classrooms, building schedules, and making sure that when September rolls in, your student walks into a building that's energized, organized, and ready for them.

A few quick updates to keep in mind between beach days and work days:

• 2026–27 Calendar: Posted below. Give it a look so nothing sneaks up on you. I've got mine on the fridge already.
• 9th Grade & New Student Orientation: Tuesday, August 25th. Full details in Mr. Consalvi's letter below.
• Schedules: Going live in SchoolBrains on August 24th. If something looks off, don't panic, we'll have plenty of time to straighten it out before day one.
• Transportation & Bus Info: Click here. Questions or a route concern? Call Cape Destinations at 508-432-3400.
• New Cell Phone Policy: We are going bell-to-bell phone-free with Yondr pouches. Every student will be given a pouch they are responsible for storing their electronic devices. Phones, ear buds and smartwatches go in at the start of the day and stay secured until dismissal. More details below.
• Fall Sports: Athletes, get those physicals done and register on Family ID now. Tryouts kick off the fourth week of August, and we want everyone cleared and ready to go. A full athletics newsletter is available below.
• Back-to-School Packet: Coming soon, closer to the opening of school.
• Honors English Heads-Up: If your student's in Honors English, there's an extra summer read waiting. Not sure if they're in it? Call us and we can let you know: 508-432-4500 ext. 2400.

However you're spending these last few weeks, casting off a jetty, hiking the dunes in P-town, or just lounging on the beach, I hope the rest of your summer is a blast. We can't wait to have everyone back on September 2nd.

And if you need us before then, we're here (most of the time). Don't hesitate to reach out.

Mr. Terranova

August

• 25 -9th Grade Orientation
• 31 -First Day Teachers

September

• 2 -First Day Students
• 4 -No School Day
• 7 -Labor Day No School
• 9 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 10- 9th Grade Parent Night
• 16 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 23 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 30 - 1:35 Dismissal

October

• 2 Tentative Professional Day (No School)
• 7 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 9- Mid-term Maroon
• 12 -Indigenous Peoples Day
• 14 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 21 - 1:35 Dismissal
• 23- Mid-term Gray

Dear Cape Tech Students & Families,

Beginning in the 2026 - 2027 school year, Cape Cod Tech will transition to a cell phone-free environment, supported by the use of Yondr pouches. This decision was prompted by recent legislation at the state level. It is likely that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will soon require schools to be cell-phone-free zones from bell-to-bell, meaning from the start of the school day to the official end of the school day.

The decision to move forward with a cell phone-free environment is grounded in both research and community feedback, which indicates that cell phones have increasingly become a barrier to student learning and well-being. Excessive smartphone use is linked to lower grades and diminished classroom engagement. Social media and constant connectivity also contribute to higher rates of anxiety, depression, and disrupted sleep. Furthermore, teachers report that managing cell phone use consumes valuable instructional time, distracting both students and staff. Many districts across the Commonwealth have successfully implemented a similar practice, resulting in improved focus and fewer classroom disruptions.

Beginning on day one of the 2026 - 2027 school year, the process will be straightforward. Upon arrival at school, students will turn off their phones (and other personal electronic devices), place them in a Yondr pouch, and secure it before entering the building. Students will keep the Yondr pouch with them all day. During the school day, phones will remain locked in the pouch until dismissal. At the end of the day, students will unlock their pouches at designated stations before leaving. Emergency contact with your child during school hours will still be available through the Main Office, and accommodations will be made for students with specific medical needs. A brief video that shows how Yondr pouches work is here.

And here is a Electronic Device Policy FAQ sheet.

This summer, we are working closely with Yondr to plan the implementation and to provide training for staff. At the start of the new school year, we will share more information with families outlining the details of the rollout and what to expect during the transition.

We are confident that this change will foster a more focused, engaging, and safe learning environment for all our students. Thank you for your continued support as we strive to create the best learning environment we can at Cape Cod Tech.

Sincerely,

William Terranova,

Principal

Cape Cod Regional Technical High School