Cell Phone Policy
Cell phones are prohibited in Frankford High School. Students are expected to place their cellphones, smart watches and ear buds in a locker upon arrival to campus. In the case of an early dismissal, early release or a sporting/club event students may retrieve their phones from their cell phone locker.
Progressive discipline will be followed. If a student is found to have a phone in the building, it will be confiscated and the progressive discipline policy will be followed. If the student refuses to place the phone in a locker they will not be permitted to enter. If a teacher finds a student in possession of a cell phone they are to contact their grade level CSS immediately.
If a student is seen with a phone by any staff member, the staff member will contact the grade level CSS to report the student and the below consequences will be enforced.
Research has shown that a cell phone\smart watch free learning environment increases student engagement, an increase in academic achievement and improvement in student behavior.
We understand that cell phones have great utility, but cell phone use has increasingly become a source of distraction, antisocial behavior and conflict both at home and at school. Frankford High School believes in maintaining a safe and effective educational environment for all of its students.
Research shows that the mere presence of cellphones in the classroom can be detrimental to student performance. According to a survey and report from Common Sense Media that involved 1,240 interviews with parents and their 12 to 18-year-old children, 50% of teens feel attached to their mobile devices, and 59% of their parents agree that their kids have a problem putting their devices down (U.S. News & World Report).
We believe this will allow our students to be:
• Engaged in classroom activities and assignments
• Less dependent on electronics to do classwork
• Less likely to engage in conversations around bullying
• Less likely to be distracted and procrastinate on assignments in class
In an effort to best serve your child, we will need your full support in the adoption of the Electronic Device Policy at our school. We want to assure our families that you can reach your student at the main office at 215-400-7200 in case of an emergency.
1st offense :
Cell phones are prohibited. If you are found to be in possession of a phone the phone will be confiscated and locked in a safe. It will only be returned to a parent or guardian (listed in SIS), from the Welcome Center, between the hours of 2:45p.m. – 3:30p.m. Students still refusing to cooperate prior to entry into school will then be denied entry (not suspended) by the principal/designee until such time as they choose to comply.
2nd offense :
Cell phones are prohibited. If you are found to be in possession of a phone the phone will be confiscated and returned at the end of the marking period. It will only be returned to a parent or guardian (listed in SIS), from the Welcome Center, between the hours of 2:45p.m. – 3:30p.m.
3rd offense :
Cell phones are prohibited. If you are found to be in possession of a phone the phone will be confiscated and locked in a safe. It will only be returned to a parent or guardian (listed in SIS), from the Welcome Center, between the hours of 2:45p.m. – 3:30p.m., on the last day of the school year.
What if I want to reach my student during the school day? We want our students to be engaged in their learning. Please refrain from contacting your student during the school day. Please contact the main office at 215-400-7200 to reach your student if there is an emergency.
What if there is an emergency? In case of an emergency, please contact the main office at 215-400-7200
Thank you for your continued support in this matter. Should you have any further questions please contact your child’s Climate Support Specialist.
12th Grade – Ms. Nagbe (lnagbe@philasd.org)
11th Grade – Mr. Brockington (dbrockington@philasd.org)
10th Grade – Mr. Ross (jaross@philasd.org)
Last modified: August 13, 2024
