Parent Letter Bell to Bell

📵 Important Reminder: New Law on Personal Devices in Schools

Dear West Babylon Families,

As per state law (Education Law 2803), student use of personal internet-enabled devices (e.g., smartphones, smartwatches) is prohibited during the school day — including during lunch, recess, and hallway transitions.

💡 Key Points (Education Law 2803, BOE Policy 5695, and prior parent letters):

• ❌ No personal device use during school hours
   
• 📲 K–5 students: Devices should remain home.
   
• 📲 6–12 students: Devices must be stored in lockers.
   
• 🚫 Devices used in violation will be confiscated.
   
• 💻 School-issued devices (Chromebooks) allowed for instructional purposes.
   
• ✅ Exceptions made for IEP/504 health plan needs - contact student services office

📞 Communication Supports:

• Students can use designated school phones to call home
   
• Families can contact the main office for urgent messages for their child(ren)

Thank you for your partnership. 

With high regards, 

 Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly
Superintendent of Schools
West Babylon UFSD