Cell Phone Policy

At Coretta Scott King Young Women’s Leadership Academy, we follow the Atlanta Public Schools Rule 14F in the Student Handbook, which does not allow students to use or access cell phones at any time during the school day. This policy helps keep students focused, safe, and fully engaged in learning.

What Students Need to Know

• Cell phones are not allowed during the entire school day. This includes instructional time, hallway transitions, lunch, and all non-instructional periods.

• Students may not access, check, or hold their phone at any time. Even having a phone out briefly is a violation.

• No personal devices may be used in class. Teachers will not create lessons that require cell phones.

• Only school-issued devices may be used during instructional time.

• If a parent needs to reach a student in an emergency, please call the front office, and a staff member will assist.

Consequences for Violating the Cell Phone Policy

Violation	Consequence
1st Violation	Verbal warning
2nd Violation	Phone is confiscated and will only be returned to the parent/guardian during a scheduled conference at the school
3rd Violation	Phone is confiscated and the student loses the privilege of having a cell phone on campus for one semester
4th Violation (or more)	Phone is confiscated and the student loses the privilege of having a cell phone on campus for one calendar year

Why This Policy Matters

This policy supports:

• A distraction-free learning environment

• Student safety and responsible use of technology

• Positive interactions and reduced classroom disruptions

By following the cell phone guidelines, students help build a focused and productive environment that benefits everyone.