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As per Chancellor’s Regulation A-413, students are permitted to bring the following electronic items to school: 1) cell phones; 2) laptops, tablets, iPads and other similar computing devices; and 3) portable music and entertainment systems.  However, each school must establish school-based policy regarding the use of such items on school property.  This regulation was issued on 2/26/15.  The following information reflects an update to our school policy.  The updated policy will take effect as of September 6, 2017.

Students are required to keep cell phones off and away for the duration of the school day.  This includes, but is not limited to, timers, alarms, and any other noises.  If a student’s device is seen or heard it will be confiscated by school staff.

• Electronic devices may not be used in bathrooms, school yard, cafeteria, or any other area of the school property.

• Electronic devices may not be used during school fire/evacuation drills or other emergency preparedness exercises.

• Electronic devices may not be turned on or used during the administration of any school quiz, test or examination, except where such use has been explicitly authorized by the school or is contained in an Individualized Education Program or Section 504 Accommodation Plan.

• Electronic devices may not be used on field trips without the explicit permission of a school staff member.

PS/MS 47Q is not responsible for the loss or damage of electronic devices.  Students must understand that they bring these items to school at their own risk.

If a student engages in the use of a cell phone or other electronic devices as described above without explicit permission from a staff member, the device will be confiscated by a staff member and locked in the Principal’s Office.  If an electronic device is confiscated, it must be retrieved by a parent/guardian or an adult over the age of 18 listed on the student’s Emergency Blue Card.  Electronic devices are returned only on Mondays from 7:00am-8:00am or 2:20pm-2:45pm, unless there is no school on Monday due to vacation of more than 3 days.  Arrangements for the return of a device under these circumstances will be made on a case by case basis.

September 2024

Coming to school and learning specific grade level standards is a student’s “job” and the school building is their “workplace.”  With this in mind, we ask that parents ensure students come to school dressed in clothing that is appropriate for school.

Any shorts, skirts, and skorts must be mid-thigh length or longer.  Additionally, shirts must sufficiently cover a student’s chest and abdomen.  Images and messaging on a student’s clothing cannot be political, racial, or offensive in any manner.  If a student is wearing a shirt that contains an inappropriate image and/or messaging, you will be called to bring a change of clothing and your child will be asked to turn their clothing inside out.

Regarding footwear, students must wear shoes that have a strap or closed back.  Slides and flip-flops are not permitted.  Students may wear Crocs if they are using the back strap.  Students must wear sneakers when they are scheduled for Physical Education class.  Failure to wear sneakers will result in a reduced grade, as they are unprepared for class.

One easy way to ensure that your student is dressed appropriately for school is to have them wear either a uniform or PS/MS 47 School Spiritwear.  School Spiritwear can be purchased through the Parents Association.

Again, thank you in advance for your cooperation and continued support.