What is Pomfret's cell phone policy?
Students are prohibited from carrying cell phones during the academic day unless they have received a medical exemption. Earphones / earbuds / headphones should not be worn while moving around campus but may be used with a computer when stationary and at work. Students are not permitted to have a cell phone on their person or in their bags. Boarding students must leave these items in their dorm rooms and day students must leave these items in their day student lockers during the following times:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Saturday QUEST Days: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Saturday Academic Days: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Boarding students may use their phones in their rooms during a free block. Day students may use their phones in the day room during a free block. Students may also use their phone and earphones / earbuds / headphones in the fitness center during a free block. Cell phones are not permitted in Chapel and may not be used in the dining hall, in school meetings, at performances, or at other formal gatherings. When a student is found using these items during the academic day, the phone (or prohibited item) will be confiscated and brought to the Dean of Students Office. The student can collect the item(s) at the end of the day. Repeated usage during the published times will result in a scaling response.
Resources
Cell Phone Free Environment Policy and FAQ