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Phones use is NOT allowed during class time. This classroom follows a consequence system for phone use. Phones must be put away and out of sight at all times. If a phone is visible on your desk, in your hand, or anywhere else, it is a violation of this policy.

ℹ️ Per RUSD Board Policy 5131.8, when a phone is used in an unauthorized manner, a district employee may confiscate the device. Repeated misuse may result in further consequences, as detailed below.

⚠️ Consequences for Phone Violations:

• 1️⃣ First Violation – 📝 Documented classroom write-up; phone is confiscated for the rest of the period.

• 2️⃣ Second Violation – 📝 Documented write-up; 📞 parent/guardian contact; phone is held until end of lunch.

• 3️⃣ Third Violation & Beyond – 📝 Documented write-up; 📞 parent/guardian contact; 📩 referral to administration; phone held until end of lunch.

📂 Everything is documented. There are no resets during a semester. 🔄 Violations reset in the spring semester.
➡️ Example: If your first violation is in August and your second in September, you are on your second violation.

🚫 Refusal to Surrender Phone:

• Refusal to hand over phone =  📝 write-up + 📞 parent/guardian contact

• Continued refusal = Immediate referral to the office for defiance.

Q: What if my student needs their phone for translation?
Students are always welcome to use their Chromebooks for translation needs. These devices provide access to reliable tools like Google Translate and can be used freely during appropriate times.

Q: What if my student needs their phone for an assignment?
If a phone is required for a specific class activity, students should speak to me ahead of time. I will grant permission on a case-by-case basis if the need is legitimate and cannot be met using a Chromebook.

Q: What if my student finishes their work early?
Students who finish early may work on assignments for other classes. Once all academic work is complete, they are welcome to use their Chromebooks for appropriate, school-related activities. Phone use will still not be allowed.

Q: What if their Chromebook is broken?
Students should go to the library to check out a loaner device. If no loaners are available, they may ask to share with a classmate for that period.

Q: What if their Chromebook isn’t charged?
Coming to class with an uncharged Chromebook is considered being unprepared. Students may charge their devices at the charging station in the back of the room. If they need to borrow a charger, they must temporarily trade me their phone. Their phone will be returned once my charger is returned.

Q: Where are phones kept once confiscated?
Confiscated phones are placed in a labeled pencil box and stored in a locked cabinet to ensure security.

Q: Can they check the time on their phone?
No. There is a clearly visible clock in the classroom. Phones should remain put away and not be used for checking the time.

Q: Can students charge their phones in class? Can they keep it on their desk?
No. Phones should be charged at home or outside of class time. Phones are not allowed on desks, as this has consistently led to distractions. If I see a phone out, I will confiscate it immediately.

Q: What if they need their phone for another class?
If it's a student's first offense, the phone is returned at the end of the period. For second offenses and beyond, students will lose access to their phone for the rest of the school day. At that point, they should be familiar with the expectations and take responsibility for their choices.