The ban on mobile phones in high schools is now in place at Tweed River High School.
Off and away: Phones are to be off and away in classrooms (typically kept in the student’s school bag). Phones are not used for the duration of the school day.
These procedures promote the learning, safety and well being of students and the management of any risk of harm and distraction from the use of digital technology accessed via a mobile phone, smart watch, or other personal electronic device.
NSW Department of Education Student use of mobile phones in schools Information for parents and carers The ban on mobile phones in high schools is now in place The ban on using mobile phones in high schools builds on the ban already in place in NSW public primary schools. The ban applies during class, at recess and at lunch. Students are permitted to carry a phone while travelling to and from school. The principal and teachers can also authorise the use of mobile phones for educational purposes or as part of a reasonable adjustment for student learning and wellbeing.
TRHS Mobile Phone Policy and Procedures
Contacting students
Tweed River High School understands there will always be emergencies when parents need to get in contact with students or vice versa during the school day. We try to keep this to a minimum, with the exception of emergencies, to avoid disturbing the students’ learning. Parents and carers can make contact with the school through the school office on 07 5524 3007, and students will also be able to contact parents or carers through the school office if urgent.