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August 12, 2022
The Musselwhite Memo
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REMINDER - 7th Grade Students
- Tdap - required within 5 years of entering 7th Grade
- Meningococcal - one dose required to enter 7th Grade
- Varicella #2 - second dose required to enter 7th Grade
- Hepatitis A - two doses required to enter 7th Grade
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AMS Cell Phone Policy
For safety purposes, the district permits students to possess personal mobile telephones; however, these devices must remain turned off during the instructional day, including during all testing, unless they are being used for approved instructional purposes.
The use of mobile telephones or any device capable of capturing images is strictly prohibited in locker rooms or restroom areas while at school or at a school-related or school-sponsored event.
If a student uses a telecommunications device without authorization during the school day, the device will be confiscated. This includes devices such as wireless headphones, smart watches, etc. Students will not be allowed to retrieve confiscated devices until the end of the school day. The first offense is a “warning”, but after the first offense, there will be a $15 fee to retrieve the device. Confiscated devices will be stored in the AMS front office.
Any disciplinary action will be in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. The district is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen telecommunications devices.
At AMS, students are permitted the use of cell phones in the mornings before the first bell. Once the first bell rings (8:35), all students will be required to turn phones off and secure phones in their backpacks. Phones will remain off and out of sight for the duration of the school day. Specifically, students are not permitted the use of cell phones during the instructional day including passing periods. Teachers will not allow the use of cell phones in the classroom as students will have access to either a personal or school-issued device for educational purposes.
We believe that this practice will have positive impacts for all students. Research has shown that when students do not have access to their phones during the school day, they are more engaged socially and academically. While there are certainly opportunities to include technology in the classroom, this can be accomplished through the use of approved instructional devices such as chromebooks and iPads. Additionally, there are serious consequences associated with misuse of telecommunication devices, specifically cell phones. For example, if a student takes photos or videos in a locker room, restroom, or other protective area, this action can be punishable as a state jail felony.
However, we also believe that it is imperative that students understand the potential consequences and are also provided with opportunities to use their devices responsibly. Therefore, students (and parents/guardians) will be provided guidance on acceptable and safe use of devices. Also, on designated days, students may be permitted the use of cell phones during their lunch period. These opportunities will be at the discretion of the grade level administrator. During these allowable times, there will be procedures in place to prevent inappropriate use. Before such opportunities, these procedures will be taught explicitly to students and communicated to parents/guardians. Once their lunch period is over, all cell phones must be turned off and put away before leaving to return to class.
This will begin on the first day of school, so it is imperative that your student has his or her schedule written down.
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Aledo Middle School
Email: mmusselwhite@aledoisd.org
Website: https://www.aledoisd.org/AMS
Location: 416 FM 1187, Aledo, TX, USA
Phone: (817)441-5198
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AledoMSBearcats
Twitter: @aledo_ms