JCBE/POLICY FILE: 454

Approved: 08/24/06

USE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES BY STUDENTS

The use of personal, wireless communication devices by students is prohibited on school grounds or while students are being transported on a school bus, except as provided for herein. Personal, wireless communication devices include, but are not limited to, cellular telephones, pocket pagers, email devices, “walkie talkies”, or any other electronic communication device. Students are not prohibited from possessing those devices; provided, however, that the device(s) are secured in lockers, the school office, or other secure location approved by the principal or his designee. The Jefferson County Board of Education shall not assume responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to any personal/wireless communication device.

The Board of Education authorizes the school principal or his or her designee to approve the use of such devices during times of medical emergencies, natural disasters, or any other event that may compromise the safety of students or employees or when students remain at school after the school day for events such as team practices or other school events. Principals or their designees shall also have the authority to restrict or deny the use of personal/wireless communication devices by any student due to misuse, abuse, or failure to abide by school rules for use of such devices.