Cell Phone & Prohibited Item Policy
According to the Almont Community Schools policy, students may bring a cellular telephone, smart watch, or other electronic communication device (ECD) to school. During school hours, cell phones, smart watches, and other ECDs must remain locked in the student’s locker. However, students may check their devices between classes provided they do so respectfully and are not tardy to their next class. The use of cell phones and other ECDs in locker rooms and restrooms is prohibited. During school activities, such as an evening award ceremony or band/choir concert, cell phones and other ECDs shall be turned off and out of sight. Possession of a cellular telephone, smart watch or other ECD is a privilege, which may be forfeited by any student who fails to abide by the terms of this policy, or otherwise engages in misuses of this privilege. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action against the student, which may result in confiscation of the cellular phone, smart watch, or ECD, suspension, and/or other disciplinary action. A student who possesses a cellular phone, smart watch, or ECD shall assume full responsibility for its care. At no time shall the District be responsible for preventing theft, loss, or damage to cell phones, smart watches, or ECDs brought onto its property.
In addition, there are other items that are considered “prohibited items”, including, but not limited to, iPods, electronic games, wireless earbuds, other electronic devices, hats, purses, backpacks, shoulder bags, and crossbody bags.. These items often cause distractions from the mission of creating an environment where all students can learn. If a student is observed with a prohibited item during school hours, the following consequences shall be administered.
First Offense
Prohibited Item is confiscated, turned in to the main office, and returned at the conclusion of the day with a formal warning.
Second Offense
Prohibited Item is confiscated, turned in to the main office, and returned to the parent or guardian. Saturday School is issued to the student.
Third Offense
Prohibited Item is confiscated, turned in to the main office, and returned to a parent or guardian. The student receives a one day out-of-school suspension. Parent and administrator meeting is required.
Fourth and Subsequent Offenses
Prohibited Item is confiscated, turned in to the main office, and returned to the parent or guardian. Administrative discretion.