ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke City Public Schools announced Wednesday that it would be updating it’s cell phone policy guidelines for high school students.
RCPS issued the following statement on Social media Wednesday:
RCPS has updated its guidelines for high school students’ cell phones and wearable electronic devices. Starting next week with our summer programs and continuing into the 2025-2026 school year, all students in grades PK–12 will be expected to keep devices off and away for the entire school day. Learn more: www.rcps.info/cellphones.
Last year, elementary and middle schools did a great job following these expectations. Now, the guidelines will expand to include all grades.
This change is meant to help students stay focused, reduce distractions, and create a more positive learning environment. This is also in line with Virginia law, which requires school divisions to restrict student cell phone and smart device use.
Roanoke City Public Schools