MS54 Statement of Philosophy
regarding Student Cell Phone Use
The MS54 community is committed to fostering an educational environment that (i) promotes focused engagement, active participation, and positive interactions both inside and outside the classroom, and (ii) ensures integrity and fairness in our testing and assessments. We believe such an environment will result in positive academic and social experiences and outcomes for our students.
Accordingly, our Cell Phone Policy prohibits student cell phone use at school. While students may bring cell phones to school, they are required to turn off and check in their phones [during homeroom] and are not permitted access to their phones until they leave for the day.
We believe strongly that this policy minimizes distractions in the classroom and in other school settings and reduces cheating. In addition, we believe that this policy encourages responsible and appropriate habits regarding the use of technology.
Technology is a vital educational tool. MS54 remains committed to integrating technology in the classroom to enhance our students’ educational experience[, and continues to invest time and resources in that effort.] Additionally, MS54 remains committed to maintaining a safe and secure school environment. We believe that this policy is consistent with these objectives.
Accordingly, our Cell Phone Policy prohibits student cell phone use at school. While students may bring cell phones to school, they are required to turn off and check in their phones [during homeroom] and are not permitted access to their phones until they leave for the day.
We believe strongly that this policy minimizes distractions in the classroom and in other school settings and reduces cheating. In addition, we believe that this policy encourages responsible and appropriate habits regarding the use of technology.
Technology is a vital educational tool. MS54 remains committed to integrating technology in the classroom to enhance our students’ educational experience[, and continues to invest time and resources in that effort.] Additionally, MS54 remains committed to maintaining a safe and secure school environment. We believe that this policy is consistent with these objectives.
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MS54 Booker T. Washington
103 West 107th Street New York, NY 10025 Phone 212-678-2861 |
MS54 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. MS54 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
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