Cell Phones, Smart Watches, and Shoe Phones

The Parent Handbook section 13.5 states:

At Star of the Sea, it is preferred that such devices (cell phones) not be brought to school if possible. However, if it is critical that a child be in possession of a mobile phone or other portable electronic device at school, it must be powered off at all times during school hours and while under school supervision. If a child needs to use their mobile phone, they must ask permission from a staff member and use the device in the presence of the staff member. Once the call is complete, the device must be powered off and returned to the child’s bag. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action and confiscation of the device for the day.

If a student is wearing a “smart watch”, it cannot be connected to a wifi or cellular signal.

Please help us enforce this rule by making it clear to your children that they cannot use a cell phone at school without the consent of a staff member. This protects all students and staff from violations of privacy or the consumption content not suitable for school.