New Cell Phone Policy Overview

Pursuant to Indiana Code 20-26-5-4.07 and board policy 5136, Perry Township Schools prohibits student use of personal communication devices (PCDs)—including phones, tablets, smartwatches, and gaming devices—during school hours. Students must exclusively use charged, district-issued Chromebooks for academic work.

Key Regulations & Logistics

• Storage: To meet this requirement, all students will be expected to store their cell phones in a locker or keep them securely put away for the duration of the school day.
• Late Arrival/Early Departure: Devices must be locked immediately upon entry or retrieved only right before leaving.
• Emergencies: Caregivers must contact the Main Office to communicate urgent messages to students.
• Privacy Zones: Devices are strictly prohibited in restrooms and locker rooms.
• Media Recording: Photos, audio, and video recording are banned unless explicitly authorized by staff.
• Search & Liability: Administration reserves the right to search devices under reasonable suspicion of a rule violation. The school assumes no liability for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.

Potential Consequences:

Violations apply to device possession during the school day.

Note: Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) affects athletic eligibility and participation in extracurricular activities.

Offense	Action Taken	Device Return
1st	Verbal reprimand & Guardian contact	To student at end of day
2nd	Verbal reprimand & Guardian contact	To Caregiver only
3rd	1 Day ISS	To Caregiver only
4th	1 Day OSS	To Caregiver only
5th	3 Day OSS	To Caregiver only
6th	5 Day OSS	To Caregiver only
7th	Expulsion Recommendation	—