School board approves changes to mobile device policy for high school students

The Roanoke County School Board has established a policy for the use of mobile devices by students.  Under this policy, high school students may use mobile devices (cell phones, smart watches, or tablets) before school, after school, in between classes and during lunch. 

High school students may not use mobile devices during classroom times.  Mobile devices must be off and kept out of sight at all times during the entire class period.  

As part of this policy, elementary and middle school students may not use mobile devices during the entire school day, which is in keeping with established procedures at elementary and middle schools.  Mobile devices must be off and kept out of sight at all times during the school day.