electronic device policy for 2026-27 school year Grades K-8 Georgia state law prohibits electronic devices such as cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, etc. during the school day in all elementary and middle schools. Devices must be kept in the student’s bag or left at a designated area provided by the school.. Grades 9-12 During instructional time, electronic devices such as cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, etc. must be placed in a student’s bag or in a box provided in the classroom. your school's parent student guide has additional information. all communication with your student should go through the school's front office.

2026-27 Electronic Device Guidelines

Carroll County Schools

July 27, 2026

Carroll County Schools has an updated student electronic device policy for the 2026-27 school year.

For Kindergarten through 8th Grade, Georgia state law prohibits electronic devices such as cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, etc. during the school day in all elementary and middle schools. Devices must be kept in the student’s bag or left at a designated area provided by the school.

For Grades 9-12, electronic devices such as cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, etc. are not allowed during instructional time and must be placed in the student's bag or in a box provided in the classroom.

Information specific to your child's school is included in the school's parent/student guide. As a reminder, communication with your student during the school day should go through the school's front office.