Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
6.312
05/01/23
Use of Personal Communication
Rescinds:
Issued:
Devices and Electronic Devices
6.312
03/01/21
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Students in grades K-12 may possess personal communication devices and personal electronic devices
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while on school property. Such devices include, but are not limited to, wearable technology such as
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eye glasses, rings, or watches that have the capability to record, live stream, or interact with wireless
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technology; cell phones; laptops; pagers; tablets; and mp3 players.
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For students in grades K-5, the device must be in the off mode and must be kept in a backpack, pocket,
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purse, or similar personal carry-all and may not be used during school hours without specific
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permission from the principal/designee.
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For students in grades 6-12, principals/designees will determine appropriate times when such devices
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may be used.
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At the direction of the teacher, and with the approval of the administration, students are encouraged to
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bring personal electronic devices to school that support learning. Use of devices must be aligned with
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the instruction taking place in a classroom.
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At no time shall a student operate any device with video or picture taking capabilities in a locker room,
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classroom, bathroom, or other location where such operation may violate the privacy rights of another
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person. A student using a device outside these parameters shall be in violation of this policy and
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subject to disciplinary action.
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The student who possesses any such device shall assume responsibility for its use and care. At no time
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shall the school be responsible for theft, loss or damage to devices that are brought on school property.
Version Date: May 5, 2023
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Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Monitoring:
Descriptor Term:
6.312
Review: Annually, in
Use of Wireless Communication
March
Rescinds:
Issued:
Devices
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General¹
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Students are permitted to use wireless communication devices in certain limited situations. Wireless
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communication devices include any portable wireless device that has the capability to provide voice,
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messaging, or other data communication between two (2) or more parties, such as wearable technology,
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cell phones, tablets, and gaming devices.
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A student may be permitted to utilize a wireless communication device under the following
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circumstances:
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1. In case of emergency;
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2. When authorized by a teacher;
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3. To manage the student's health, as documented in the student's individual healthcare plan;
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4. When the possession or use is required by the student's individual education program, 504
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plan, or individual learning plan; or
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5. When the device is being used by a student with a disability for the operation of assistive
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technology to increase, maintain, or improve the student's functional capabilities.
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GRADES K-5
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Students may possess wireless communication devices so long as such devices are turned off and stored
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for the entirety of the school day unless one of the exceptions above applies.
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GRADES 6-12
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Students may possess wireless communication devices so long as such devices are turned off and stored
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during instructional time. During breaks throughout the school day, students may use wireless
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communication devices.
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PENALTIES
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Unauthorized use or improper storage of a device will result in confiscation until such time as it may be
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released to the student's parent(s)/guardian(s). A student in violation of this policy is subject to
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disciplinary action.
Version Date: July 2, 2025
Use of Wireless Communication Devices
6.312
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EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION PLAN
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In the event of an emergency or possible emergency occurring at school, parent(s)/guardian(s) shall be
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alerted by [insert method of communication].¹
Legal References
Cross References
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Public Acts of 2025, Chapter No. 103
Code of Conduct 6.300
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## Table 1

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 6.312 | Issued Date: 05/01/23 |
|  | Use of Personal Communication Devices and Electronic Devices | Rescinds: 6.312 | Issued: 03/01/21 |

## Table 2

|  | Click here to choose a school | board. |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Monitoring: Review: Annually, in | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 6.312 | Issued Date: |
| March | Use of Wireless Communication Devices | Rescinds: | Issued: |