BMS CELL PHONE POLICY 19-20
During the school day, cell phones should not be visible. Cell phones should be turned OFF, put away prior to students entering Brewer Middle School, and should not be used in any capacity during the school day. Additionally, headphones, handheld video game devices, iPods, etc. will also not be permitted in the classroom, hallways, restrooms, or the cafeteria. The owner of the cell phone that is taken up will receive the cell phone violation. Students who refuse to comply (hand the phone in upon request) will have automatic disciplinary actions and could result in escalation of cell phone offense.
In the event that communication with your child is necessary all calls should go through the front office and a message will be sent to the student. 817-367-1267
First Offense: Phone will be confiscated, parent/guardian will be notified, and the phone will be returned to the student at the end of one school day.
Second Offense: Phone will be confiscated, parent/guardian will be notified, and the phone will only be returned to the parent/guardian at the end of the school day or when the parent is available.
Third Offense: Phone will be confiscated, parent/guardian will be notified, the phone will be held for 5 days or a parent or guardian may pay $15 as an alternative to a 5 day wait period.
Fourth Offense: Phone will be confiscated, parent/guardian will be notified, the phone will be held for 10 days or a parent or guardian may pay $15 as an alternative to a 10 day wait period.
Fifth Offense: Phone will be confiscated and will not be returned to the student until the end of the school year. Administrator has discretion to shorten this time period. A cell phone violation can be escalated through administrative discretion.