Happy New Year Moulton-Udell!

Dear Students, Staff, Parents, and Community Members,

It is truly an honor to join the Moulton-Udell Community School District as your new superintendent. I am grateful for the warm welcome I have already received, and I look forward to building strong partnerships with each of you as we work together for the success of our students.

My commitment is simple: I am here to support you. Together, we will strengthen our school culture, ensure high levels of learning for all students, and create opportunities that prepare our young people for bright futures. I believe every student deserves to feel valued, challenged, and celebrated, and I am eager to work alongside our dedicated staff, supportive families, and engaged community to make this happen.

Being a part of the Moulton community means more to me than just working in the school building. You will see me at activities, events, and around town, because I believe strong schools are built in partnership with strong communities. I want to hear your ideas, celebrate your successes, and listen when challenges arise.

Please know my door is always open. Whether you are a student with a suggestion, a parent with a question, a staff member with an idea, or a community member who wants to connect, I welcome the opportunity to visit with you.

I look forward to the year ahead and to all we will accomplish together. Thank you for the opportunity to serve this incredible district.

With appreciation,

Megan Christiansen
Superintendent
Moulton-Udell Community School District

Mr. Ogden will be serving as the Associate High School Principal and Assistant AD.

In addition, he will be teaching 7th Grade History and Science and will be the credit recovery supervisor!

"Sometimes you win and sometimes you learn."

Mr. Ogden

Including, but not limited to, Mobile phones, smart phones, smart watches, smart glasses, video game devices, and portable media players.

🍎Elementary Policy:

Once students arrive at school, cell phones and other personal electronic devices should not be out or being used.

Cell phones and other personal electronic devices are to be powered off and remain in your locker or the designated spot in the teacher’s classroom during school hours.

Students may not use their cell phone or other personal electronic devices during breakfast, lunch, or recess.

Students will not be allowed to check or use their cell phones during the school day without permission.

Parents may call the school if they have an urgent message for their child. We ask that parents do not message or text their child’s cell phone during the school day.

Students may use their cell phones after school.

Students will be issued district-owned devices for instructional purposes.

🍎Junior High and High School Policy:

Jr. High and High School students may not use cell phones or other personal electronic devices during the school day from 8:00 to 3:45.

Cell phones and other personal electronic devices are to be powered off and remain in your locker or turned into the office during school hours.

Students may not use their cell phones during passing time or lunch.

Students will not be allowed to check or use their cell phones during the school day without permission.

We ask that parents do not message or text their child’s cell phone during the school day.

Parents may call the school if they have an urgent message for their child.

Students may use their cell phones before and after school.

Students will be issued district-owned devices for instructional purposes.

🍎Consequences:

1st offense – device confiscated and the student may pick it up in the office at the end of the school day, and parents will be contacted.

2nd offense – device confiscated, 30 minute detention issued, and the parent will be required to pick up the phone.

All subsequent violations - device confiscated, parent pick-up required, and a step on the discipline policy.

Failure to surrender your cell phone or electronic device to a teacher or staff member is considered insubordination and will result in consequences per the student discipline policy.

Students serving detentions or in-building suspension will be required to turn their phone or other electronic device(s) into the office.

How do I contact my child during the school day?

Call the main office at 641-642-8131

🧠 The Anxious Generation — What Parents Should Know

📱 Four Harms of Excessive Screen Use

1. Social Deprivation – less face-to-face time with others

2. Sleep Deprivation – disrupted sleep from late-night scrolling

3. Attention Fragmentation – harder to focus and learn

4. Addiction – apps designed to keep kids hooked

🔒 A Safety Paradox

• Overprotected in real life (less independence)

• Underprotected online (more exposure to risks)

✅ What We Can Do Together

• Delay smartphones & social media (aim for high school age)

• Phone-free school days for better focus & connection

• Encourage play & independence (outside, chores, part-time jobs)

• Set family norms (screen-free dinners, device limits at night)

• Work as a community so kids know “everyone’s doing it”

👨‍👩‍👧 Together, families and schools can help kids thrive in healthier, more connected ways.

I have copies of this book in my office if you would like to check it out!