• Columbus City Schools has a "No Phone Zone" policy, meaning student cell phones and other personal electronic devices are prohibited during the instructional day, including lunch and recess. Devices must be turned off (or on silent/vibrate) and stored out of sight, such as in lockers or backpacks, unless a teacher explicitly authorizes their use for an educational purpose. Consequences for violations, which are outlined in the student handbook, typically start with the device being confiscated and held in the office, with more severe penalties for repeat offenses. 
     
    Policy details
    • During the instructional day: Cell phones are not permitted and must be out of sight and silenced.
    • Allowed times: Students may use their devices before school, after school, and during lunch, but use is prohibited in classrooms, restrooms, and school offices unless explicitly permitted by staff.
    • Storage: Devices must be stored away from students and their desks during class and assessments.
    • Emergency contact: For emergencies, students should ask to go to the main office to use a school phone.

    Responsibility: Students are personally responsible for the security of their devices. Consequences for violations

    1st offense: Device may be confiscated and held in the office until the end of the day, with parent notification.

    2nd offense: Device is held in the office until the end of the day and is only released to the parent or guardian, who will be notified.rd or repeat offenses: May result in disciplinary action, such as in-school suspension, at the discretion of the school administrator.