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Dear Backman Families,

Beginning this school year, Utah law requires all public schools to implement a bell-to-bell personal electronic device policy. This means that personal electronic devices may not be used during the school day unless an approved exception applies.

Our goal is simple: to provide every student with a safe, focused, and engaging learning environment where they can learn, build friendships, and fully participate in school.

What Does This Mean?

It is best if students do not bring a cell phone or personal electronic device to school, however, if they do, once the school day begins, devices must:

* Be silenced or powered off.

* Remain out of sight for the entirety of the day

If You Need to Reach Your Child or If Your Child Needs to Reach You

Please call the school office. We will make sure your child receives your message promptly.

Students may ask any staff member for permission to use the office phone. We will ensure students have access to communicate with a parent or guardian when needed.

If a Student Uses a Device During the School Day

To help students learn the new expectations, staff will use this approach:

**First Occurrence: Reminder to put the device away.

**Second Occurrence: Device is taken to the office and returned at the end of the day.

**Third Occurrence: Parent/guardian is contacted, and the device must be picked up from the office.

 **Repeated Violations: Administration will work with the student and family to develop a plan

Exceptions

Students may use personal electronic devices when required by:

* An Individualized Education Program (IEP)

* A Section 504 Plan

* A documented medical need

We appreciate your partnership in helping us create a learning environment where every child can focus, participate, and thrive. By working together, we can minimize distractions and maximize opportunities for learning.