BHS Technology Policy

PURPOSE: In response to the passage of House Bill 4141, and as part of our ongoing commitment to reducing learning distractions, Belleville High School will implement the protocols outlined below. These measures are designed to increase student engagement, and support families in increasing student overall well-being. Please continue to revisit this information, as updates will be made as data and feedback are collected.

In this document, you will find:

1. Healthy Alternatives to Screen Time
2. The Technology Policy Infographic
3. Success Stories*
4. Safety Implications*
5. Progressive Consequences

The best strategy for supporting students is TOGETHER! Limiting technology (<2 hours per day), monitoring Social Media/Communications usage at home, and providing healthy alternatives to screen time is beneficial for all involved. It truly takes a village...

*as requested/recommended by our attending parent group - THANK YOU for your support!

Thinking about what students can do INSTEAD of screen time, consider engaging them in the following:

• Hands On Activities: crafts, cooking, Legos, baking, ceramics, home improvements, scrapbooking, gardening, etc.
• Exercise and Movement: dancing, skating, athletics, team sports, walking, bike riding, etc.
• Creative Expression: learn an instrument, sketch, draw, paint, color, knit/crochet, join an acting Club, Sing, video editing, etc.
• Analog Entertainment: playing board games, reading books, physical jigsaw puzzles, or reading paperback books and magazines.
• AND MORE: volunteering, joining clubs and activities, and other positive social interactions!

...and another: https://youtu.be/epoOHB6mwAE?si=hZzoMirwk1fTOkHH

It is important to note that safety measures are practiced frequently in hallways and classrooms at BHS. For example:

• Staff are formally trained in A.L.I.C.E. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) and building safety protocols,
• Students routinely discuss and practice safety protocols, including A.L.I.C.E.
• MERT (Medical Emergency Response Team) training and monthly updates are required for the building's Emergency Response Team.
• Random Safety Searches are conducted on a regular basis.

• Okay to Say and Anonymous Student Concerns Forms are reviewed and responded to immediately.

1st Offense - Device confiscated; student picks up at end of day from their Administrator (A.P.)

2nd Offense - Device confiscated; parent/guardian makes arrangements for device pickup

3rd Offense - Devices banned for that student for progressive intervals

Additional Offenses - progressive discipline (which include restorative measures) as necessary

NOTE: Partnering with the school by enacting consequences at home helps provide consistency in high expectations. Thank you!