Cell Phones

Belmont High Community Expresses Support for Cell Phone Policy

February 8, 2025
This past fall, Belmont High School piloted a policy requiring students to place their phones in cell phone holders at the start of every class period. According to surveys conducted by the school’s administration following the fall rollout, 80% of the 87…

Belmont High to Ban Cell Phones in the Classroom

June 17, 2024
Beginning next year, cell phones will no longer be in students’ hands during class periods but will be stored in cell phone holders. “Most people I know, their main issue with it is the fact that teachers or adults aren’t giving them…
student and a cell phone holder

Belmont High Considering In-Class Cell Phone Ban

February 18, 2024
In an effort to cut down on distractions and improve student engagement, Belmont High School is considering joining a growing number of Massachusetts schools restricting the use of cell phones in classrooms. “I know that not everyone will be in favor of…