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Electronic Devices
ACE does not allow the use of any personal electronic devices or wearable technology during the school day (which includes dismissal or after-school activities) while the student is under the direct supervision of the school and its officials.
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The ACE policy prohibits the use of the following electronic devices on the school campus: cell phones, Fit-Bits, iPods, iPhones, iWatches, smart watches, CD players, digital cameras, electronic games and toys, laser pointers, laptop computers, tablets, iPads or
any other electronic devices that connects to the Internet.
Students must turn off and secure their electronic device in their locker, book bag or purse. They may not carry a cell phone in a pocket, jacket or lunch box. Students must adhere to the school’s established communication devices/cell phones protocol as directed. Failure to adhere to the policy established will result in the confiscation of the device.
We understand that many parents feel safer when their child has a cell phone in their possession. Older students who participate in after-school athletics, music or activities may need their cell phone to contact their parent when directed by the coach, teacher, or after-school personnel. They may not use their cell phone when waiting for athletic or fine art activities to begin (such as in the band room, chorus room, gym, locker room, or bathrooms, etc.). ACE cannot be held liable for lost or stolen phones. If it becomes necessary for a student to use the cell phone for any reason, the child must get permission from school personnel and use the phone in the presence of school personnel.
Parents, PLEASE do not ask your child to call or text you from a cell phone during school and please do not text or call your child on his/her cell phone during the school day. Should you have an emergency, please call the front office (478-238-5757) and leave a message with Mrs. Lumpkin.
Faculty and staff who observe a violation will confiscate the cell phone and notify an administrator. The cell phone will be locked in a file cabinet in the administrative office. Once confiscated, the cell phone will be held for five school days. The parent or student may pick up the confiscated cell phone at the end of the school day (before 3:30 p.m.) one week from the day it was confiscated. For example, if the phone is taken up on Tuesday, the parent/student may pick up the phone at the end of the day on the following Tuesday. When Monday is a holiday, the phone may be picked up after school the next day (Tuesday). If the device/cell phone is confiscated a second time, it will be held for a two-week period of time. If the device is confiscated a third time, it will not be returned until the end of the school year. If a student refuses to turn over the cell phone when directed the student will be suspended for a minimum of 3 days for willful disobedience.
Please remember that there may be instances when a teacher may have a project that involves the use of a cell phones if a student has one. The teacher will communicate in advance to parents and the administration so that everyone understands the use of that device in conjunction with the lesson.
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