Electronic Device Policy
Cell Phones
During school hours, students are not authorized to use their cell phones or any personal electronic devices (e.g. Apple Watch, personal laptop). Students are required to turn their cell phones off and leave phones (or any personal device) in their backpack for the duration of the school day. When students are dismissed for the school day, cell phones and personal electronic devices may be used after exiting Adams Middle School. Students not following these guidelines will have their device confiscated and the device will be locked in the office. Adams Middle School and the Redondo Beach Unified School District assumes no liability or financial responsibility for theft, loss, costs, and expenses arising out of any liability or claim of liability for damage to any personal electronic device.
*Device use in Locker Room: Device is confiscated, Admin conference
Students will immediately lose their privilege to carry a phone or device on campus if they:
- Take a picture or video of a staff member or student on campus,
- Brings a device with photo/video capabilities into the PE locker room
- Or other disciplinary incidents involving potentially harmful use of their device.
Chromebooks
Chromebooks are to be used responsibly. Summer registration packets will include Guidelines for Technology Use that all students and parents will sign. Students must abide by these guidelines:
- Students should never give their login and password information to other students
- Online gaming is prohibited during school hours
- Chromebook insurance may be purchased through PowerSchool and is strongly encouraged. For students whose chromebook is accidentally damaged or in need of repair, there is a fee for repairs.
- In cases of intentional damage or if a student does not have chromebook insurance, there is a fee for repairs.
- Students who intentionally damage another student’s chromebook are responsible for any fees. Parents will be notified, and students will be required to complete a reflection assignment and campus service with administration
- Chromebooks can be used in the library during snack and lunch
- Students should notify library staff of lost, stolen, or damaged chromebooks immediately
- Additional disciplinary actions will be taken for students with multiple instances of damaged/lost Chromebooks
Digital Citizenship
Students must follow the five conditions of being a good digital citizen:
- Respect Yourself
- Protect Yourself
- Respect Others
- Protect Others
- Respect Intellectual Property
Internet Use
Student internet searches and activity will be monitored. Any violation of the Guidelines for Technology Use may result in disciplinary action. Students that inappropriately use and/or violate technology usage including (but not limited to) explicit online search(es), visiting inappropriate sites, or using their chromebook/internet for any other purpose other than school related work/activities will have their online privileges revoked. In some cases, administrators may require a parent meeting, and/or further disciplinary actions may be taken.
At RBUSD, we prioritize your child’s safety in the digital world. Our district computers are equipped with internet filters and virus protection, operational 24/7, to ensure a secure online environment—whether at home, school, or elsewhere. While no filter is perfect, our vigilant monitoring system effectively blocks unsuitable content. We encourage students to report any inappropriate material they encounter, allowing RBUSD staff to promptly address it. Additionally, our educators integrate
internet safety into their lessons, further safeguarding our students’ online experiences.