Cell Phone In Schools

The new Code of Conduct provisions around student cell phone use detailed in the Ministry of Education's PPM 128 remain in effect this year. The updated HDSB Code of Conduct is reflective of these changes and can be found at hdsb.ca. 

1. If your child brings a cell phone to school, it is to remain in their backpack or locker throughout the day. This includes during nutrition breaks.

2. Teachers can ask students to use cell phones and devices as a tool during instructional time with DIRECT supervision, the screen must be readily visible to the teacher

3. Students should not be using cell phones and devices in the hallways, bathrooms, or on the school field during breaks or during instructional time without permission.

4. Parents are requested to contact the office in order to communicate any messages to their child(ren).  Parents are asked to refrain from contacting their child via text or email and vice-versa.

5. No photos or videos should be taken at school unless it is assignment or project related and permission given and supervised by teacher.