Monday, July 29th
Dear Parents and Families of Princeton Community Middle School,
I wanted to communicate early this school year about our cell phone procedures that align with Ohio State House Bill 250. PCMS cell phone procedures prohibit students from using cell phones, smartwatches, and iPads/tablets on school property during school hours. This includes hallways, the cafeteria, and the restroom. The procedure also requires students to keep their cellphones in a “secure place like their backpack, sling bag, or purse.” Our cell phone discipline hierarchy for students who do not follow cell phone procedures:
One warning per class per semester → after school detention → referral
If a student is on an eHallPass and is seen with a phone, the current eHallPass will be revoked, he/she will be returned to class, and given an after-school detention.
Students who do not follow school procedures for cell phones violate the student code of conduct 1.08 Unauthorized use of wireless communication devices or electronic devices/non-instructional items.
Please find guidance from:
State Leaders Announce Model Policy for Cell Phones in schools
We are asking parents and families to review and discuss strategies with your students to make sure they are compliant with our cell phone procedures. Should there be a medical reason/IEP for an exception proper medical documentation is required and a plan is developed with our school nurse. If parents need to communicate with their student due to family situations that require updating, you should reach out to your grade-level counselor to develop a communication plan. The fewer distractions students have from the learning environment the better.
6th Grade Counselor - Mrs. Missi Urban - 513-864-2032
7th Grade Counselor - Mrs. Denyse Hughes - 513-864-2030
8th Grade Counselor - Mr. Brett Stallman - 513-864-2031
Thank you for helping to create the best learning environments for all of our students by reinforcing with your students our cell phone procedures and their importance.
We are looking forward to an awesome school year for 2024-2025!
Dr. Mackzum