Districtwide ban on student phones and earbuds all school day

What happened

Policy 5695 bans students' personal electronic devices, including phones, smartwatches, tablets and earbuds, for the whole school day, including lunch and passing time, under a 2025 state law. Exceptions: IEP or 504 plans, health needs with a doctor's note, translation, family caregiving, emergencies, and pre-approved class use.

Why it matters to families

It changes the school day for every student. Parents must call the school office to reach a child. Students told the board in October 2025 they worried about access to learning tools.

The evidence

The policy says students 'are prohibited from using personal electronics and internet-enabled devices on school grounds during the school day' and defines the school day to include lunch and passing time. It tells parents to call the main office. The adoption date is not printed on the document.

The source