SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board has approved a new policy on the use of phones and other electronic devices in classrooms.
District officials say the board spent the past several months reviewing the policy to ensure compliance with state law while making sure it aligns with the school district’s mission.
Grades K-8 (Including Pre-K): Students are not allowed to use, display or turn on personal electronic devices — including smartwatches, cell phones, wearable tech and headphones — during bell-to-bell school hours. Bell-to-bell hours include instructional time, assemblies, class change time, recess, breakfast and lunch. Devices must be kept in district-approved storage and powered off throughout the day…