Person holding a cellphone

General Policy:

  • After the 7:00 a.m. bell, items that interfere with the learning environment at PFMS will be confiscated. These items include but are not limited to:

    • Electronics (cell phones, AirPods, earbuds, smartwatches, iPods)

    • Laser pens

    • Any other items that may disrupt the educational environment

  • All confiscated items will be placed in the teacher’s desk and later given to the School Safety Coordinator.

Permitted Use:

  • Teachers may permit the use of wired headphones for specific instructional activities. These must be removed upon the conclusion of the activity.

  • Smartwatches or similar devices must have the sync mode, including Bluetooth, disabled during the school day. Any use of these devices for purposes other than as a timepiece will result in confiscation.

Responsibility and Retrieval:

  • The school is NOT responsible for confiscated items.

  • Confiscated items, including cell phones and electronic devices, may be picked up Monday-Friday (when school is open).