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Electronics & Cellphone Policy

At César Chávez Middle School, we are committed to creating a focused, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment. To support this goal, we have clear guidelines regarding the use of cell phones and electronic devices during school hours.

While we understand that many students carry phones for safety and communication before or after school, cell phones must remain off and out of sight throughout the instructional day, including during class, passing periods, and in restrooms.

Important Reminders

  • Cell phones must be turned off and stored in backpacks or purses during school hours

  • No phones visible in pockets, sleeves, or hands

  • No texting, calling, taking photos, recording, or listening to music during school hours

  • Simply checking the time on a phone is considered phone use during school hours

  • Cell phones must not be used during instruction and passing periods
  • Placing phone calls, texting, taking pictures, and listening to music on a cell phone is prohibited during school hours

  • Phones may only be used during lunch in designated Safe Zones

Other electronic devices such as iPods, iPads, game systems, radios, laser pointers, and MP3 players are not allowed on campus.

Please note: The school is not responsible for lost or stolen devices.

Consequences for Violations

  • First Offense:

    • Phone confiscated

    • Detention assigned

    • Phone returned to parent/guardian after school
       

  • Second Offense:

    • Phone confiscated for 1 week

    • Study Hall assigned

    • Parent notified

    • Phone returned to parent/guardian one week later
       

  • Third Offense:

    • Phone confiscated for 1 week

    • Study Hall and Parent Conference required

    • Parent-Student agreement will be implemented

In Case of Emergency

Parents can reach students by calling the school office. Phones are also available in classrooms and the main office for student use during emergencies.

This policy follows Lynwood Unified School District Board Policy and California Education Code 48901 (see pages 46–47 of the Parent Handbook for full details).

Thank you for partnering with us to maintain a safe and focused learning environment!

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