Electronic Device Use Policy
The North Adams School Committee bans the use of cell phones and all other electronic devices (including but not limited to iPods, MP3 players, handheld video games, etc.) during school hours effective September 1, 2008. A first violation will result in a warning to the student and confiscation of the device. A letter will be sent to the parent/guardian informing them of the violation and the letter must be signed and returned before the device will be returned to the student. A second violation will result in confiscation of the device and a meeting with the parent/guardian to discuss the violation. The device will be returned to the parent/guardian at the meeting. A third violation will result in confiscation of the device and may result in a suspension of up to three days. The device will be returned to the parent/guardian after the student serves his/her suspension. Scheduled school meeting times/dates pertaining to electronic device violations will be scheduled at the discretion of the administration. Students who use electronic devices to film and or record individuals for inappropriate reasons will be subject to disciplinary measures which may include a suspension of up to three days.
