Personal Electronic Device (PED) Policy

Effective: January 1, 2026  

Adopted by: Clackamas Charter Alliance

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Purpose

In alignment with Governor Kotek’s Executive Order 25-09, Clackamas Web Academy (CWA) is committed to a focused and inclusive learning environment by minimizing distractions caused by personal electronic devices (PEDs) during instructional hours.

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What Counts as a PED?

Devices that can make calls, text, or access the internet independently of school Wi-Fi:

• Cell phones or smartphones
   

• Smartwatches
   

• Wireless earbuds or headphones
   

• Portable Wi-Fi hotspots

Not included: School-issued laptops or Chromebooks.

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When PEDs Can Be Used

✅ Before the first class and after the final class
✅ During bus transportation or off-campus activities
✅ For specific virtual learning or dual-enrollment needs

When PEDs Cannot Be Used

🚫 During class, advisory, or instructional activities (on-site or virtual)
🚫 During testing or assessments

PEDs must be off or on silent and stored in assigned classroom pouches during instructional time.

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Exemptions

PED use may be permitted for:

• Medical reasons (with documentation)
   

• IEP or 504 accommodations
   

• Administrative approval (for safety, translation, or college access needs)

If a Violation Occurs

1️⃣ Reminder of expectations
2️⃣ Device stored in the classroom pouch
3️⃣ Device taken by a staff member and returned at the end of the day
4️⃣ Family meeting for repeated violations

CWA uses restorative and educational responses (no suspension or expulsion for PED violations.)

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Staff Role

Staff model responsible technology use and reinforce positive digital citizenship during the school day.

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More Information

This policy will be shared annually with students and families, posted on the CWA website, and reviewed yearly for improvement.

Principal: Responsible for oversight and implementation
Legal Alignment: Executive Order 25-09, IDEA, Section 504, FERPA