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Cellphones and Electronic Devices

WESTERING HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://westeringhigh.co.za/assets/Policies/Cellphones%20and%20Electronic%20Devices%20Policy.pdf

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Source domain: westeringhigh.co.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This is a school policy document from Westering High School outlining rules for the use of cell phones and electronic devices by learners. It aims to maintain a safe and disciplined learning environment while allowing certain authorised uses, such as classroom learning support, parental contact, emergency communication, and temporary device use. The policy also permits searches of student devices under specific conditions. The policy is ongoing and applies to all learners and staff at the school.

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project documentation for parent engagementOngoing

Taking pictures of own projects for parental involvement with teacher authorization

Learners may take pictures of their own projects to show parents or guardians, but only with the teacher’s prior approval.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Obtain teacher approval before taking pictures of projects
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The taking of pictures of own projects to show to parent(s) / guardian(s) thus allowing them to be involved in group class activities must be authorised by the teacher.
educational recording permissionOngoing

Recording teacher lessons with prior teacher authorization

Learners may record teacher lessons using electronic devices, provided they have received explicit advance permission from the teacher.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Request and receive written or verbal authorization from the teacher before recording
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The enhancement of classroom notes, e.g. by means of recording a teacher's lessons and snapping a picture of the board PROVIDED THIS IS AUTHORIZED IN ADVANCE BY THE TEACHER.
parent-learner communicationOngoing

Parental/guardian contact with children before and after school hours and during breaks

Parents or guardians may contact their children via electronic devices before and after school hours and during breaks.

Who it is for
parents and guardians of learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Contact the learner using a mobile device during allowed times
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Parental / guardian contact with children before and after school hours, and during breaks.
classroom technology accessOngoing

Authorised and monitored use of handheld devices in classroom learning

Learners may use cell phones, iPhones, BlackBerrys, iTouch, and other electronic devices in the classroom for learning purposes, but only when authorised and monitored by the teacher.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Use the device during class under teacher supervision and with prior teacher approval
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The authorised and monitored use of handheld devices like cell phones, iPhones, BlackBerrys, iTouch and other electronic devices in order to enhance classroom learning with instructions from the teacher in the classroom.
activity coordinationOngoing

Rescheduling of lifts or extracurricular activities via electronic devices

Learners may use electronic devices to reschedule lifts or extracurricular activities, such as due to weather changes or delays, during allowed time slots.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Use electronic devices to communicate changes during allowed time slots
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The rescheduling of lifts or extracurricular activities - for example in the light of changed weather conditions, unforeseen delays or earlier than expected ending of activities during the allowed time slots when these handheld devices can be on.
emergency communication accessOngoing

Emergency communication using electronic devices

Learners may use electronic devices to communicate during emergency situations, such as contacting authorities or medical providers.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Use electronic device to contact emergency services or medical providers during emergencies
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Communication during an emergency situation, e.g. in order to reach the authorities or a medical provider.
temporary device substitutionOngoing

Temporary use of cellphone when tablet is unavailable

If a learner cannot use their tablet, they may use a cellphone temporarily with permission from the Deputy Principal and a supporting letter.

Who it is for
learners at Westering High School
How to act on it
Request permission from the Deputy Principal and provide a letter authorising temporary use
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In the event that a learner is unable to use their tablet, permission must be obtained from the Deputy Principal to use a cellphone temporarily with a letter

Facts

Places

Eastern Cape, Nelson Mandela Bay

Reference

https://westeringhigh.co.za/assets/Policies/Cellphones%20and%20Electronic%20Devices%20Policy.pdf

Key Takeaways

  • Westering High School
  • S. Hayward
  • Deputy Principal
  • Port Elizabeth
  • P.O. Box 10393
  • telephone: +27 (0)41 360 7805
  • email: whs@westeringhigh.co.za
  • email: headmaster@westeringhigh.co.za
  • reasonable suspicion
  • teacher authorization
  • temporary cellphone use
  • emergency communication
  • S. Hayward B.A., H.D.E., B.Ed. (NMMU)
  • Westering High School
  • Deputy Principal
  • headmaster@westeringhigh.co.za
  • whs@westeringhigh.co.za