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Students

Use of Beeper (Paging Devices)/Cellular Telephones

Pursuant to Public Act No. 96-108, No Preston Public School student may possess or use a remotely activated paging device unless such student obtains the written permission of the  Principal for such possession or use. 

It shall be incumbent upon the student or his parent to establish to the Principal’s satisfaction that a reasonable basis exists for the possession and use of such device. 

Use of Cellular Telephones

In the discretion of the Principal, students may possess and use a cellular mobile telephone while on school property, on school transportation or while attending a school sponsored activity on or off school property.

The Principal may, however, prohibit temporarily or permanently student possession of a cellular mobile telephone if he or she believes that a pattern of misuse exists that is disruptive of the educational process.  In such cases, the student’s parent or guardian will be contacted by the Principal.

Legal Reference:         PA 96-108 An Act Concerning Student Use of Telecommunication Devices and the Establishment of Graduation Dates

Policy adopted: 7/14/08