Student Personal Electronic Devices
Personal Electronic Devices in the Classroom
Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, Personal Electronic Devices are prohibited in classrooms during instructional time. Unless they are explicitly allowed by a staff member, all personal electronic devices are to remain out of sight and unheard during classroom instructional time. Personal phones must be placed in backpacks, lockers or a classroom storage unit or risk an electronic device referral.
It is the Monroe-Gregg School District's goal to use technology in an effective way by limiting Personal Electronic Devices from becoming a distraction, used as a tool for academic dishonesty or disrupting the learning environment. Students will still be allowed to have their personal electronic devices during lunch and passing periods. It is a requirement for both students and parents to read the updated policy for Personal Electronic Devices and sign the "Classroom Contract" for all personal Electronic Devices & Accessories.
Research
Our administrators have compiled a list of relevant research topics about Personal Electronic Devices, Social Media and their effect on student social issues, school safety and learning.
| Date: | Research and Resources |
|---|---|
| 5/23/23 | Social Media & Youth Mental Health: US Surgeon General's Advisory (Link) |
| 3/30/23 | New Report Reveals what Teen Girls Think about TikTok, Instagram and the Impact that Social Media has on their Lives | Common Sense Media (Link) |
| 3/16/23 | Practical Ways Parents and Schools can Partner, Regarding Helping our Children Reconnect Without Cell Phones (Link) |
| 2/15/23 |
Social Media, Substance Abuse and Mental Health |
| 1/4/23 | Reducing Social Media Use Improves Appearance and Weight Esteem in Youth with Emotional Distress (Link) |
| 6/1/22 | Even After School Shootings, Experts Warn Against Smartphones in Schools (Link) |
| 6/7/18 | Dividing Attention in the Classroom Reduces Exam Performance (Link) |
| 4/1/17 |
Brain Drain: The Mere Presence of One's Own Smartphone Reduces Available Cognitive Capacity (Link) |
| 5/15/15 | 6 Reasons to Put Your Phone Away (Link) |
| 5/1/15 | Ill Communication: Technology, Distraction & Student Performance (Link) |
| 10/10/14 | The Mere Presence of a cell phone may be distracting: Implications for attention and task performance (Link) |