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Personal Electronic Devices

Distraction-Free Learning Environment

Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, Suffern High School will maintain a bell-to-bell distraction-free learning environment in accordance with New York State Education Law 2803 and Board Policy 5452.

Every student will receive a district-issued signal-blocking (Faraday) pouch. Personal electronic devices remain with the student but must stay secured and inaccessible throughout the instructional day.

Students are expected to:

  • Bring their assigned pouch to school each day.
  • Secure all internet-enabled personal electronic devices before the first bell.
  • Keep devices secured until dismissal.
  • Use only district-issued technology during class.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has been eliminated.

Family Communication

Parents needing to contact their child during the school day should call the Main Office at (845) 357-3800.

Students needing to contact home may request permission to use a school telephone.

Accommodations

Students with documented medical or educational accommodations will continue to receive appropriate supports.

Additional Information

Families will receive information regarding: