Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is inviting students, families, staff and community members to review and provide feedback on a proposed policy regarding student use of cellphones and other personal wireless communication devices.
This draft policy is being shared following the passage of House Bill 959, which was signed into law by Gov. Josh Stein on July 1, 2025. The new law requires all public school districts in North Carolina to adopt a consistent policy on student use of personal devices, beginning with the 2025-26 school year.
The proposed CCS policy is designed to reduce distractions, protect instructional time and support safe, respectful learning environments across all grade levels. It outlines expectations for student use of personal devices such as cellphones, earbuds and smartwatches, with reasonable exceptions for students with medical needs, individual learning plans or safety supports.
Stakeholder feedback is a vital part of this process. All students, families, staff members and community partners are encouraged to share their thoughts using the online feedback form linked below. Input will be compiled and shared with the Policy Committee of the Cumberland County Board of Education before its scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.
The deadline to submit feedback is Monday, July 21, at 5 p.m.
Cumberland County Schools Invites Public Feedback on Student Cellphone Policy
July 3, 2025