Telecommunications Policy

In compliance with Kentucky Law (House Bill 208), the KCSD Board of Education
recognizes the growing presence of telecommunication devices in students’ lives. To maintain
an optimal learning environment the use of all telecommunication devices is strictly
prohibited during instructional time. This policy establishes clear guidelines to support
student focus, engagement, and academic success while minimizing disruptions. Violations of
this policy will result in progressive disciplinary actions, which include:
○ (1st Offense): Verbal warning
○ (2nd Offense): Confiscation of the device for a full instructional day and turned into a
centralized location. May be picked up at dismissal.
○ (3rd Offense): The student telecommunication device will be required to be turned into a
centralized location upon arrival at school and may be picked up at school dismissal for 9
weeks. Local schools may utilize other methods to limit access for the 9-week period.
○ (4th Offense): The student will be strictly prohibited from having a telecommunication device
on school grounds for 18 weeks.
○ (5th Offense): The student will be strictly prohibited from having a telecommunication device
on school grounds for the remainder of the school year.