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Secondary principal outlines plan for cell‑phone ban for grades 7–12 next year
Summary
Secondary Principal Megan Walls told the board she is developing a cell-phone ban for grades 7–12 that would require phones to remain in lockers with no access during lunch or between periods; she plans outreach steps including a '70's Day' to build student buy-in.
Secondary Principal Megan Walls told the board on April 8 she is working on a cell-phone ban planned to take effect next school year for grades 7–12. 'Ms. Walls is working on the cell phone ban having full intention to take place next school year. The plan is to have grades 7-12 keep their cell phones in their lockers with no access to the cell phones during lunch or between periods,' the minutes record.
To build support, the elementary/secondary reports referenced a proposed '70’s Day' intended to secure buy-in from students and staff by temporarily limiting electronics for teachers as well. The minutes do not record a formal policy vote; the item was presented as a plan and next steps for implementation will require staff and board follow-up.
