Truxton Academy Charter School
Truxton Academy Family Handbook & Cell Phone Policy
If you would like a printed copy of the Family Handbook please call the front office and we will make a copy available to you.
Truxton Academy Distraction-Free School Policy (Cell Phone Policy)
In accordance with New York State law and the FY26 State Budget, Truxton Academy Charter School is committed to fostering a distraction-free learning environment. To support student engagement and academic success, Truxton Academy prohibits the use of internet-enabled personal devices by students during the school day on school grounds.
Policy Guidelines
Prohibited Use:
Students may not use internet-enabled personal devices (e.g., cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, etc.) during the school day, including transitions, lunch, and recess, unless an exception applies.
Authorized Exceptions:
Use of devices may be permitted under the following circumstances:
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Required by an IEP or Section 504 Plan
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For healthcare need with documentation
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In the event of an emergency
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On a case-by-case basis
Use of Devices on campus:
If a student uses a device on campus without permission, the device will be given to the administration until a parent or guardian can pick up the device at school.
Family Communication:
Parents and guardians may contact the main office in the event of an emergency or urgent need to communicate with their child. Written information about this policy and communication procedures will be provided to families annually.
Students may contact their parents by requesting a pass to go to the main office and using the telephone provided. A pass will be issued but is contingent upon the reason for the call and what is happening in the classroom at the time. The issuance of a pass is within the exclusive discretion of school staff.
Device Storage:
Students must turn off devices and keep in their locker at the start of the school day. Students must turn in devices upon arrival; devices will be stored securely and returned at dismissal. Devices may not be switched back on or used until after dismissal. Truxton Academy will ensure devices that are confiscated are stored safely. Truxton Academy is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices.
Beginning September 1, 2026 and annually thereafter, the school will publish an annual report on its website detailing the enforcement of this policy over the past year, including non-identifiable demographic information of students who have faced disciplinary action for non-compliance with this policy, and an analysis of any demographic disparities in enforcement of this policy. If a statistically significant disparate enforcement impact is identified, the report will include a plan to mitigate such disparate enforcement.
For more information, visit: www.ny.gov/distractionfree
ANNUAL REPORT OF STUDENTS FACING DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
SY 2025-2026 No incidences occurred.
Title IX Notice
The School is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for every student. In accordance with federal law Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and New York State law, our School does not allow discrimination based on sex or gender. This includes protecting students and staff from sexual
harassment or sexual violence in any form.
This policy applies to all members of our School community: students, families, staff, and volunteers. It also applies in all settings connected to the School, including:
● On School grounds,
● At School events, and
● In some cases, outside of School, if the School has responsibility for the situation or the people involved.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Truxton Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status in the delivery of its education programs and activities. Pursuant to Title IX, this specific policy is limited in scope to instances of alleged discrimination on the basis of sex.
Alleged discrimination on basis other than sex falls under the School’s anti-harassment policy. If any member of the School community has any questions or concerns with
respect to this Policy and/or Title IX, he/she may contact the School’s Title IX Coordinator and/or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. The School’s Title IX Coordinator is identified within this Policy and shall be available to answer all questions concerning this Policy.
The School’s policy of non-discrimination in its educational programs and activities extends to employment and admission considerations.
Effective upon adoption of this Policy by the Board of Trustees, the Title IX Coordinator shall be:
Heather Collier
6337 Academy Street
Truxton, NY 13158
607-842-6252
heather.collier@truxtonacademy.org
The full non-discrimination policy and grievance procedures as well as instructions on how to report sex discrimination or file a formal complaint can be found in the Family Handbook above.