Isanti Community School

On February 10, 2026, the School Board approved a new directive regarding the No Cell Phone Ban. This decision will take effect on February 17, 2026.

Isanti Community School (K–12)
Student Cell Phone & Personal Device Expectations

No Phones in the Building
To maintain a focused, safe, and respectful learning environment, Isanti Community School enforces a strict No Phone Policy for all students in grades K–12.

Expectations
• Cell phones and personal electronic devices are not allowed in the school building at any time.
• Devices must be left at home or secured in a student’s vehicle before entering the building.
• Phones may not be carried in pockets, backpacks, lockers, or clothing of any kind.
• If a phone is seen at any time (including in a pocket, waistband, or backpack), it will be confiscated immediately.
• This includes, but is not limited to: cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, headphones, tablets, or any device capable of calling, texting, recording, or accessing social media, unless pre-approved for medical or instructional purposes.
Bringing a device into the building is considered a violation of this policy, regardless of whether the device is being used.

Consequences for Violations
First Offense
• Device is confiscated.
• In-School Suspension (ISS) for the remainder of the day.
• Meeting with administration, teacher, and student.
• Policy is revisited; next steps are discussed, documented, and signed.
Second Offense
• Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) – 1 day.
• Meeting with administration, teacher, and student.
• Policy and expectations reviewed; next steps are discussed, documented, and signed.
Third Offense
• Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) – 2 days.
• Meeting with administration, teacher, and student.
• Policy and expectations reviewed; next steps are discussed, documented, and signed.
Fourth Offense
• Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) – 3 days.
• Meeting with administration, teacher, and student.
• Policy and expectations reviewed; next steps are discussed, documented, and signed.

Additional Notes
• Refusal to surrender a device when requested may result in immediate escalation of consequences.
• The school is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices brought onto campus.
• Exceptions may be made only for documented medical or educational needs with administrative approval.