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RTCC Cell Phone Policy

 

 

RTCC Cell Phone Policy

2025-2026

 

1. Purpose and Scope:

Purpose:The purpose of this policy is to ensure a safe, focused, and productive environment by regulating the use of cell phones and personal electronic devices within a simulated  workplace. This policy aims to minimize distractions, enhance safety, and promote effective communication and collaboration among employees.

Scope: This policy applies to all students within RTCC. It covers the use of personal cell phones and electronic devices during school hours and within work premises. The policy is designed to align with Vermont's new cell phone legislation, which goes into effect in July. RTCC will be adopting this policy for the 2025-2026 school year.

2. Procedure:

Students will place cell phones in program collection box upon entering the room prior to attendance. The box will be locked once phones have been collected. They will remain in the box until dismissal. 

3.Contact with Family/Emergency Communications with Family:

If a family member needs to get in touch with a student during the day, they must call the main office. The office will take a message for the student, or if necessary, the student can use the school’s phone to speak to the family.

4. Consequences for Cell Phone Possession:

  1. First Offense - Discussion with Instructor around career ready practices in the workplace, safety, and RTCC policy. Documentation in Powerschool.
  2. Second Offense -  Instructor creates documentation in Powerschool, Career Readiness Rubric affected. Career readiness rubric may affect their eligibility for Work-Based Learning opportunities, as employers may be hesitant to offer internships.
  3. Third Offense - Instructor creates documentation in Powerschool, Career Readiness Rubric affected. Instructor reaches out to family and includes Administration and Case Manager, if applicable. Career readiness rubric may affect their eligibility for Work-Based Learning opportunities, as employers may be hesitant to offer internships. Other consequences as determined by Administration and/or Program Instructor.
The Randolph Technical Career Center does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity, marital status, or age in its programs or activities. The following
person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: 

Nika Oakes, RTCC Director
 17 Forest Street, Randolph, VT 05060, (802) 728-9595