• IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CELL PHONES FROM THE CODE OF CONDUCT:  

    Cell Phones And Other Wireless Communication Devices:

    Parents are advised that the best way to get in touch with their child during the school day is by calling the child’s school office.

     Pinellas County Schools recognizes the ever-increasing importance of technology in students’ lives and the beneficial role it can play for student education and communication when used responsibly.

    The possession and use of such devices should not interfere with academic instruction, student safety or a positive school climate.

    A. Definitions As used herein, the terms below are defined as follows: “Wireless communication devices” are devices that have the ability to receive and/or transmit any communication without a cable connection, which may include, but is are not limited to, cell phones headphones, earbuds, and tablets. This definition also includes any current or emerging wireless handheld technologies or portable information technology systems developed for similar purposes. “Off position” means powered completely off, and is not simply set on a vibrate, silent, standby, hibernation or airplane mode. “Silent mode” means no audible alerts or vibrations. “Instructional school day” is the time of day within the bell times approved by the School Board for that school.

    B. Authorized Possession and Use of Cell Phones and Other Wireless Communication Devices All students may possess a wireless communication device at school, during a school-sponsored activity, and during school-sponsored transportation. However, students may not use a wireless communications device during instructional time, except when expressly directed by a teacher solely for educational purposes. A teacher shall designate an area for wireless communications devices during instructional time, in accordance with s. 1006.07, F.S. All students must store wireless communication devices, headphones and earbuds in a designated area, except when otherwise directed by a teacher. For purposes of this policy, the designated area is a non-visible secure location, such as the student’s locker, backpack, purse, or pocket. Further, use of wireless communication devices, headphones and earbuds must be stored in accordance with the following rules by grade level.

    Elementary school students must keep wireless communication devices in the off position throughout the instructional school day, and while participating in a school-sponsored activity on or off campus. Students are permitted to use their wireless communication devices after the end of the instructional school day, if needed to communicate with parents regarding the coordination of transportation. Headphones and earbuds are not allowed during the instructional school day or while participating in a school-sponsored activity on or off campus, unless otherwise directed by a teacher. When allowed, headphones and earbuds are restricted to minimal volume, only to be heard by its user. Due to school safety concerns, one ear must remain free of the accessory at all times during authorized use.

     

    The entire Code of Conduct can be found here:

    https://www.pcsb.org/cms/lib/FL01903687/Centricity/Domain/6122/Student-Code-2024-25.pdf