Use of personal electronic devices during school hours is prohibited in all schools grades K-8

Seattle School Board Policy 2022

Seattle School Board Policy 2022: Electronic Resources/Use of the internet

2022 Superintendent Procedure: Electronic Resources/Use of the internet

Student Personal Electronic Devices Personal electronic devices (PEDs) including mobile phones, music players, cameras, video games, and other small electronic devices which are not supplied by the district or school are the sole responsibility of the student. Seattle Public Schools is not responsible for support, maintenance, damage or loss of any personal devices used in or on district facilities.

Use of personal electronic devices during school hours is prohibited in all schools grades K-8, and permitted in high school only on a limited basis as provided by individual school and classroom policies. Students having an IEP, 504 Plan or Individual Health Care Plan (IHP) that includes specific accommodations for assistive technology may use a PED during the school day following the process outlined in the student’s IEP, 504 Plan or IHP. Students shall not be required to own or use a non-district supplied PED for any lessons or instruction. Detailed guidance on PEDs shall be provided in Superintendent Procedure. Board Policy No. 2022 Page 3 of 3

The District acknowledges the need for digital and online policies that are dynamic and responsive to diverse community standards and student learning outcomes. The District shall annually review its policies and procedures on electronic resources, Internet safety, digital citizenship, and media literacy. The District authorizes the Superintendent to develop further procedures and guidelines. 

Please remind your student to power off their smart watch/phone and store in their backpack during the school day to reduce distractions from instruction.