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We’re committed to creating the best learning environment for all students—and that includes minimizing distractions. This spring, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the “Bell-to-Bell” Cellphone Ban into law as part of New York State’s new Distraction-Free School Law.

Scroll through the information on this page to see how we're working together to keep students focused, present, and ready to learn!

Important Cell Phone Ban Documents

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CellPhonebanlettertodistrictJuly25 (PDF)
CellPhoneandPersonalDeviceProcedures (PDF)
Graphic explaining cell phone ban policy
Announcement stating internet-enabled personal electronic devices will no longer be allowed during school hours starting September 3, 2025
Announcement explaining why Southwestern supports a bell-to-bell cell phone ban
Announcement explaining why we don't want students to have cell phones during an emergency
Non-emergency communication during the cell phone ban - explanation
Graphic listing who to contact in each office
graphic explaining how information about the cell phone policy will be shared with students
Graphic with 8 Benefits of Screen Reduction
graphic describing cell phone storage expectations and consequences
Blue button that says FAQs
Click to read the full Cell Phone Policy
Policy7316UseofInternet-EnabledDevicesDuringtheSchoolDay (PDF)