Webster Central School District Code of Conduct Updates 2025 August 19, 2025
Office of Achievement, and Student & Family Engagement Webster Central School District 119 South Avenue Webster, NY 14580 (585) 216--0036
Legal Framework NYS Education Law §2801 - Provides that Local Education Agencies (LEAs) adopt and amend, as appropriate, a code of conduct for the maintenance of order on school property, including a school function, which shall govern the conduct of students, teachers and other school personnel as well as visitors and shall provide for the enforcement thereof. 25-26 Update - Implementation of: ● New York State Education Law §2803 - Distraction Free Schools ● WCSD Policy 7316 - Distraction Free Learning (Website) ● WCSD Administrative Regulation 7316R - Distraction Free Learning
Purpose of the Distraction Free Learning Law Minimize distractions in schools by restricting the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. The primary goal is to create a more focused learning environment, improve academic outcomes, and promote student well-being. Per WCSD Administrative Regulation 7316R implementation procedures will be differentiated at the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools Levels. Broad Goals ● Reduced Distractions, and Enhance Focus and Engagement ● Promote Deeper Learning ● Improve Mental Health ● Stronger Social Connections ● Safer Environment
WCSD Community Consultation Stakeholder Engagement - Input from students, staff, administration, families, and the broader community on the Code of Conduct updates and Distraction Free Learning was collected via group consultations and surveys from January 2025 to July 2025. Communications Modalities - District Website, ThoughtExchange, ParentSquare, Stakeholder Group Engagements.
Community Education Plan Educational Materials, Fact Sheets & FAQs shared via ParentSquare, Newsletters, and during Chromebook/Supplies pick-up, Classroom Presentations, Morning Shows, In-person & Virtual Family Engagement Forums. Topics ● Definitions ● Exceptions ● Expectations ● Progressive Discipline ● Device Storage ● Parent-Student Communication ● Device Retrieval ● Ongoing Education & Support ● Resources for Families
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