The Board of Trustees of the Durant Public School District believes that the school district was created for the primary purpose of effectively educating the children attending school within the school system. The Board further believes that to accomplish this mission, it is imperative that classroom instructional time be protected. Therefore, any activity that distracts the teacher from his or her ability to utilize the entire class period for instructional purposes is prohibited. Specifically prohibited is the use of cell telephones by teachers during class time.
VIOLATIONS
Alleged violations of this policy shall be discussed in a conference between the employee and the building principal. If the principal finds the violation(s) to be factual, the principal shall issue a written reprimand to the employee(s) involved. This reprimand shall become a part of the employee’s personnel file. Repeated violations may result in non‑renewal of an employee’s contract or dismissal.
CROSS REF.: Policy IB C Instructional Goals