710: Staff Personal Mobile Device Use
Responsible Administrator: Associate Superintendent Human Resources
PURPOSE
Sturgeon Public Schools has an obligation to provide a safe, productive and professional environment for students and employees.
Division employees can more effectively contribute to the workplace by refraining from the personal use of a Personal Mobile Device during assigned duties.
The Division has a responsibility to ensure employee personal mobile device use during all assigned duties does not interfere with social and instructional outcomes for students.
Definitions
Assigned Duties: All work-related responsibilities, including instruction, supervision, meetings, travel on Division business and any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Personal Mobile Device: Any electronic device capable of communication, data access or recording (ie. cell phone, smartwatch, tablet).
PROCESS
The Associate Superintendent Human Resources shall maintain this Administrative Procedure.
PROCEDURE
Assigned Duties
1. Safety While Driving: Employees must not use a personal mobile device for non-emergent purposes while operating a vehicle on Division business. In emergent situations, employees will either safely come to a complete stop before using their personal mobile device or utilize a hands-free device.
2. Personal Use During Assigned Duties: Employees shall refrain from using their personal mobile device for personal use during assigned duties unless expressly authorized under section 3.
3. Exceptions for Emergencies: If an employee anticipates the need for urgent communication during assigned duties, they must discuss the situation with their school Principal/direct supervisor. Any exceptions must be temporary, situational and documented via email or note to file.
4. Supervisor Responsibilities: Principals/supervisors are responsible for communicating these expectations and ensuring consistent application within their work locations.
Discipline
5. Failure to comply with the guidelines communicated in this administrative procedure regarding the safe and appropriate use of personal mobile devices may result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.
References:
Policy 11: Superintendent of Schools
Policy 19: Welcoming, Caring, Respectful, Inclusive, Safe and Healthy Environments
Administrative Procedure 870: Responsible Use of Technology Resources
Exhibit 1 - Responsible Use of Technology Resources Protocol Staff
Occupational Health and Safety Act – Section 2
Traffic Safety Act - Section 115.1
History
2020 Jan 29 Initial Approval
2025 Sep 24 Amended
Administrative Procedures VII. Personnel and Employee Relations (Employee Conduct)