Cell Phone Usage Policy
Cell Phone Usage Policy
To ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care, the following policy on cell phone usage applies to all staff members:
Permitted Usage: Personal cell phones may be used in the classroom strictly for the purposes of:
Documenting activities, milestones, and incidents in Brightwheel and child related forms on the website.
Taking photos for Brightwheel documentation.
PTO requests and training documentation forms should NOT be completed in the classroom.
Procedure for Usage:
Staff must verbalize their actions while using their phone by clearly stating what they are doing. For example, "I am logging a child's nap time in Brightwheel," or "I am taking a photo for the child's daily report."
Prohibited Usage:
No personal use of cell phones is allowed inside classrooms. This includes texting, browsing social media, and any other non-work-related activities.
Phone calls are not to be taken or made inside classrooms under any circumstances. If a call is necessary, staff must step outside the classroom to take it.
Consequences for Non-Compliance:
If a staff member fails to follow this procedure, even if using the phone for work purposes, they will lose the privilege of having their phone in the classroom.
Repeated violations will lead to further disciplinary actions, up to and including termination.
General Guidelines:
Personal cell phones should be set to silent or vibrate mode to minimize distractions.
In case of an emergency, where cell phone use is necessary, staff should first ensure the safety and supervision of the children before using their phone.
By adhering to this policy, we can ensure a safe, focused, and professional environment that prioritizes the children's well-being.
