OOLOGAH-TALALA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Oologah-Talala Public Schools Student Cell Phone and Personal Electronic Device Policy

In response to a genuine concern for the well-being of our students and our commitment to fostering a safe, focused, and respectful learning environment, Oologah-Talala Public Schools will maintain a strict policy regarding student use of cell phones and other personal electronic devices. Cell phones and other Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) have become a daily distraction and are a major contributor to disciplinary violations. PEDs include, but are not limited to, cell phones, tablets, wearable smart technology, headphones, and gaming devices. This new policy will go into effect the first day of the 2024-2025 school year and will be a part of all student handbooks moving forward. The specific guidelines for each site are as follows:

Oologah Lower Elementary and Oologah Upper Elementary:

Personal cell phones and electronic devices are to be turned off and stored in a backpack or locker during the school day. If a parent wishes to have their child bring a cell phone or device to school, it will remain turned off and stored away during the school day. If a cell phone or other PED is visible within the school environment, it is subject to confiscation by members of the administrative team. The parents/guardians will be responsible for picking up the item from administration. The school will assume no responsibility for damaged, lost, or stolen cell phones or PEDs brought to school.

Oologah Middle School:

Middle School students are not permitted to use cell phones or other PEDs during the school day. At 7:50 each morning, cell phones and other PEDs must be placed in the student’s locker for the remainder of the school day. Students that choose to bring a cell phone or other PED do so at their own risk. If a student’s device is visible during the school day, disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the student handbook. The device is also subject to confiscation by members of the administrative team. The school will assume no responsibility for damaged, lost, or stolen cell phones or PEDs brought to school.

Oologah High School:

High School students are not permitted to use cell phones or other PEDs in the classroom setting. Students may access their PEDs during breakfast, during lunch and at passing periods. Student devices should be turned off or silenced, and they must be put out of sight during class periods. If students are caught using their devices, or the devices disrupt the educational environment of the classroom, disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the student handbook. The device is also subject to confiscation by members of the administrative team. The school will assume no responsibility for damaged, lost, or stolen cell phones or PEDs brought to school.

REFERENCE: 70 O.S. §24-101.1, et seq.

70 O.S. §24-102

THIS POLICY REQUIRED BY LAW.

Adoption Date: June 13, 2022 Revision Date(s): June 10,2024