August 18, 2026
Beginning in September 2026, Vineland Public Schools will implement a bell-to-bell personal internet-enabled device policy in accordance with New Jersey law (P.L. 2025, c. 195).
Under the new policy, students in kindergarten through grade 12 may not use personal internet-enabled devices during the school day. This includes smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart glasses, and similar devices.
Students who bring a device to school must keep it turned off and stored in a locker or backpack for the entire school day, including during lunch and class transitions.
Students may use devices during supervised school-sponsored activities outside of the regular school day or when specifically authorized by school staff for an approved purpose.
Students with an approved device-related accommodation for a documented medical or health-related need may use their device in accordance with their individual plan.
These expectations support our continued commitment to creating a focused, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students.
Additional information regarding expectations and implementation will be shared with families prior to the start of the school year.
Under the new policy, students in kindergarten through grade 12 may not use personal internet-enabled devices during the school day. This includes smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart glasses, and similar devices.
Students who bring a device to school must keep it turned off and stored in a locker or backpack for the entire school day, including during lunch and class transitions.
Students may use devices during supervised school-sponsored activities outside of the regular school day or when specifically authorized by school staff for an approved purpose.
Students with an approved device-related accommodation for a documented medical or health-related need may use their device in accordance with their individual plan.
These expectations support our continued commitment to creating a focused, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students.
Additional information regarding expectations and implementation will be shared with families prior to the start of the school year.