Superintendent Message:
Entiat School District - Implementing a New Cell Phone Policy for 24-25 School Year
Our commitment to the students, parents, staff, and community of the Entiat School District is to provide a safe environment for all students and one that allows them to reach their highest potential. As part of this commitment to learning and the health and well-being of our students, we will be implementing a new cellphone policy starting in the 2024-25 school year. This policy, which applies to pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade students, will restrict cellphone use during school hours to foster a more conducive learning environment.
We are implementing this policy due to many factors, a few of which are listed below:
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It’s the Right Thing to Do: The research and evidence are quite clear that the use of smartphones and social media is having a harmful effect on our young people’s mental health. Knowing this, we can no longer avoid addressing this.
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Enhancing Academic Focus: Research indicates that cell phones can be a significant distraction in the classroom. By removing cell phones, students can better concentrate on their studies, leading to improved academic performance and a more engaging educational experience.
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Addressing Mental Health Concerns: Insights from Jonathan Haidt's book, The Anxious Generation, highlight the link between excessive smartphone use and increased anxiety and depression among young people. Limiting cellphone use during school hours aims to mitigate these risks and promote a healthier school environment.
BETTER TOGETHER: One Team; One Vision; One Community
Greg Whitmore – Superintendent
Class of ‘82
“It’s Great to be a Tiger!”
