Cell Phone Policy 

Effective August 1, 2025, per NYS Education Law 2803, personal internet-enabled devices (e.g., cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, iPads, etc.) are prohibited during the school day on school grounds to minimize distractions and support a focused learning environment. 

ALL STUDENTS must follow the electronic device policy.

• Devices used during school hours will be confiscated and only returned to a parent.

• Refusal to surrender a device when asked will be subject to a progressive disciplinary action. 

Device Collection and Scanning Protocol:

• Upon arrival, students must power off their devices and place them in their individual cell phone pouch.

• Devices will be collected during morning scanning, supervised by the Dean, and securely stored in the Dean’s office.

• At the end of the school day, students may retrieve their devices from the auditorium.

• Late arrivals will have their devices placed in the late bin and may pick them up 30 minutes after dismissal.

Communication with Parents and Students during the School Day:

• For Families: In case of emergency, contact: Ms. Blanco, Parent Coordinator 

📞 718-993-5000 Ext. 1072 📱 Text via Kinvolved

• For Students: needing to contact a parent/guardian during the school day should report to the Dean’s Office (Room 170) to request access to a school phone or their personal device.

• School Messaging: The school uses Kinvolved to send updates and emergency notifications. 

• 👉 Speak to Ms. Blanco to sign up for Kinvolved messages.

Exceptions:

• May be granted for medical reasons or documented exigent circumstances.

• Parents must contact: Mr. Guzman, Assistant Principal of Organization 

📞 718-993-5000 Ext. 1173 📧 Email: rguzman6@schools.nyc.gov

• Requests must be made in writing or via scheduled meeting.

• Supporting documentation (e.g., medical note) may be required.

• Requests will be reviewed within 5 school days.

Lost or Stolen Items:

With your help we can make Alfred E. Smith CTE HS a safe and secure learning environment for all students.

• The school WILL NOT BE responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged phones that occur in the building.

• In the unlikely event that an electronic device is stolen or damaged at school, parents can submit a claim to the Comptroller’s Office at www.comptroller.nyc.gov/services/for-the-public/claims/e-filing/

• Students who use electronic devices in violation of the NYCPS Discipline Code, the school's policy, Chancellor's Regulation A-413, and/or the NYCPS Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy ("IAUSP") will be subject to progressive discipline.