In accordance with the newly passed state legislation, “Bell to Bell, No Cell,” Marrs Elementary School will implement a cell phone-free environment during school hours beginning with the 2025-2026 academic year. This includes all smart communication devices, such as smartwatches, AirPods, and similar technology. From the time students enter the building until 2:50 pm, all such devices must remain out of sight in backpacks and unused. This policy applies throughout the school day, including bus transportation to and from field trips, lunch and other non-instructional times.
Policy overview:
Students who bring a cell phone or smart device to school must keep it stored in their backpack –not in their pockets or on their person.
If a student chooses to store the device in their backpack, Marrs Elementary is not responsible for any lost items.
Devices are not permitted in classrooms, hallways, the cafeteria/lunch area, or on the buses during school hours.
Devices may not be carried or used until the student has exited the building at the end of the school day.
NOTE: If your student has a chronic medical condition that may require access to a cell phone or smartwatch, please contact the school to schedule a meeting. A case-specific plan and appropriate use contract will be developed in collaboration with school administration.
Although, we know that this new policy doesn't directly impact all of our students, we appreciate your support and cooperation as we work to maintain a focused, distraction-free learning environment for our students.