Cell phones and other devices are only allowed with permission from the teacher (this includes music, earbuds/headphones). If not permitted, phones should be put away.
Devices may be accessed inside the cafeteria before school/during lunch and between classes in the hallways.
Personal social media may not be accessed while on campus (Snapchat, Instagram,
Facebook, etc.).
Pictures or videos may only be taken on campus WITH permission. Non-compliance will result in the loss of device and/or disciplinary consequences.

Green Light / Red Light Posters:

In each classroom, “Red Light “means no phones or devices and “Green Light” means phones can be out for school use.

Natural Consequences:

1st offense: warning
2nd offense: device on the teacher's desk until end of the class
3rd offense: device to administration; student may pick-up at the end of the day
4th offense: device to administration; parents may pick-up at the end of the day

Sycamore Springs Middle School