The Northshore School District has implemented its new cell phone policy for the 2025-26 school year, aiming to reduce distractions and address behavioral concerns such as cyberbullying and student altercations.

Under the new policy , personal mobile devices—including smartphones and smartwatches—are prohibited in early childhood programs, elementary, and middle schools. Students in those grades are expected to leave their devices at home or keep them turned off and stored throughout the entire school day if brought to school.

High school students are able to use their devices before and after school, between classes, and at lunch. However, cell phone use is not allowed during class time.

“Technology has undoubtedly changed and will continue to change how we communicate, engage, and

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