The document outlines new cell phone guidelines at MHMS beginning in January 2014. It states that students will be permitted to use cell phones during hallway transitions, lunch, and recess. However, cell phones must be put away and turned off during instructional times. The rules explain appropriate cell phone use, such as listening to music with headphones or checking messages during passing periods. Any problems, such as cyberbullying, will result in confiscation of the device. Students are responsible for their cell phones and instructed to make good choices.

2. Currently
@ MHMS:
• Students may use
their personal
communication
devices before or
after school hours.

3. Currently
@ MHMS:
• Students are permitted
to carry personal
communication devices
with them.

4. Currently
@ MHMS:
• Cell Phones must be
put away, turned off
or in silent mode at
all times (in a pocket,
binder or locker).

5. Currently
@ MHMS:
• Students assume
all responsibility
for their device’s
safety and security.

6. 2013 - 2014 Cell Phone
Guidelines (HCPSS)
● MHMS - Under the new guidelines, students
will have additional access to cell phone
usage beginning 2nd Semester.

7. Additional Access
Second Semester:
● Students will be permitted to use cell
phones during hallway / transition
times and their lunch period (including
recess).
● Begins January 22, 2014 (Wednesday).

8. What this will
look like at MHMS:
● Checking the time/date while walking
to class
● Listening to music with earphone
during recess

9. What this will
look like at MHMS:
● Reading a text message from a parent
during class change
● Checking online for information
related to a class assignment during
lunch

10. Important Information:
• Cell phones cannot be used during
instructional times
• Students must follow class and school
rules as well as all relevant HCPSS
policies. Examples: Reporting to class on
time, following staff directions

11. Important Information:
• Any communication with parents
regarding health issues (i.e. headache,
stomach ache, etc.) must come through
the Health Room.

12. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
● It is a violation of the HCPSS
Student Code of Conduct to
exhibit irresponsible and
unacceptable use of electronic
devices during the school day
(ex. cyberbullying).

13. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Taking pictures,
recording audio and/or
video is prohibited.
• Will result in
confiscation of the
device.

14. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
● Use of phones in
restrooms and locker
rooms is prohibited.
● Will result in
confiscation of the
device.

15. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
● Staff at any time can
request for students
to turn off and put
away technology
devices

16. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Cell Phone ringer must
be OFF or set to
“Vibrate”

17. Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
We Trust You to
Choose Civility
& Common Sense!

18. Hallway
Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Put Cell Phone away
before you get to your
classroom.

19. Hallway
Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Use headphones /
earbuds to listen to
music - keep one ear
open - stay aware of
your surroundings.

20. Hallway
Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
● Sound off / or headphones in
while watching any school
appropriate videos or listening
to school appropriate music.

22. http://crescentok.com/staff/jaskew/WebBased/cellphone2.jpg

23. Cafeteria
Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Only websites
appropriate for school
may be viewed
(Responsible Use Policy)

24. Cafeteria
Cell Phone Rules
@ MHMS
• Sound off/or
headphones in while
watching any school
appropriate videos or
listening to school
appropriate music.

25. We Trust You.
The more you
show that you are
making the right choices,
the more freedoms
you will have!
It’s in your hands!

26. Attribution: Inspired by and adapted from a
presentation created by Wendy McNeill at WLMS
Cover photo & unless otherwise noted by
Gwyneth Jones - The Daring Librarian at MHMS