Mobile Phone Use

Digital devices, such as mobile phones, iPads and iPhones, are a normal part of everyday life. In stage 3, recognising that these devices are needed as part of getting home or making contact with parents. Learning how to use them appropriately for school, however is also part of the responsibility.

What is the acceptable use of these devices when at school?

• Mobile Phones must be out of sight and switched off during lesson time.
• Digital devices can be used in the playground to listen to music or play games.
• Be careful about giving phone numbers out. 
• Digital devices may be used in class, when teachers have given permission and are part of the learning program.

What is the unacceptable use of these devices?

• Students may not make calls, text anyone or take photos without permission at all during school hours
• Students may not post photos or give out personal information of anyone at Mount Annan Christian College while in in their uniform.
• Mobile phones may not disrupt a lesson by ringing or beep tones.

For further information, please see the note below: