Cody High School Implements New Cell Phone Policy to Refocus on Academics
Cody High School is implementing a new school-wide policy for cell phones and personal electronic devices beginning in the 2025–2026 school year. The policy is designed to reduce distractions, reinforce learning, and restore a culture of face-to-face communication and academic focus.
In an effort to address the growing concerns around screen time and classroom disruption, Principals Mitchell Espeland and Middle School Principal Jacob Gogan unveiled the policy in a recent video announcement watch here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8BHlndSSHE.
The message: It’s time to reclaim our classrooms for learning.
Key elements of the policy include:
Phones off and put away: Students must turn off their cell phones upon entering the school building and store them in backpacks or lockers—not in pockets or on their person. Devices may be turned back on after dismissal at 3:20 p.m.
Applies to all devices: Smartwatches and any wearable or handheld devices with communication functions fall under the same rules.
Limited exceptions: Students leaving campus for internships or lunch may use devices once outside the building. Emergency calls can be made via office or classroom phones with staff permission. Students with verified medical needs should coordinate with administration for accommodations.
Consequences:
1st offense: Device held in office until end of day.
2nd offense: Parent pickup required, plus Friday School.
3rd offense: One-day suspension and parent pickup.
Further violations may result in restrictions on extracurricular participation or daily device check-ins.
“Our goal isn’t to punish students,” said Principal Espeland. “It’s to help them re-engage with their peers and teachers, and to ensure learning remains the top priority.”
The school encourages families to read the full policy here and to reach out to the administration with questions.
For more information, visit the Cody High School website or contact the main office.
LINK for the Internet Crimes Against Children Presentation for Parents about Cyber Security for your student. Please take the time to watch and share this video.
https://youtu.be/AWpGTUThd2E
Students from CHS are in D.C. this week putting their constitutional knowledge to the test. These hardworking students are making Wyoming proud – Senator Barrasso said that "it was an honor talking with them about what it means to represent the Cowboy State."
TONIGHT we are having an important presentation for all parents at Wynona Thompson Auditorium at 5:30 pm. Those who attend will receive a detailed presentation on Digital Safety & Awareness that is focused on topics related to internet use.
Say hello to Messaging in the Cody Public Schools app! Our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. A round of invites will be sent via email/text on Monday, April 7th. See our Rooms Support webpage if you have any questions.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/35p8mS
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/gjhBQ0
Say hello to even more messaging and announcements in the Cody Public Schools app! Parents/guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and access new features. See our Rooms Support page and news article if you have questions.
Cody High School students and Cody Middle School students recently attended World Languages Day in Laramie. It was hosted by the University of Wyoming Department of Modern and Classical Languages. Students had fun participating in language workshops and activities. They also competed in live presentations and artwork. They all did an amazing job. There were three second place winners.
-Rose Bernard and Sarayln Hunt from CHS for their performance of the French song Les Chant Des Sirenes
-Temperance Hansen from CHS for her drawing of Atzimba, La Princesa
-Colby Beardall from CMS who performed an original song about Spanish folklore.
REMINDER: We do not have school Monday & Tuesday of next week. We hope that everyone has a wonderful four day weekend. We will see you back on Wednesday, February 19th!
Monday, February 3rd - Online Learning Day due to the weather conditions.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2024 @ 6:00 pm: 1ST ROUND Football Play-Off game. CODY vs. TORRINGTON at Spike Vannoy Memorial Stadium. Gates will open at 4:30 pm. Admission: $5.00/Adults & $3.00/Students with I.D. Cody Season passes will not be accepted as this is a WHSAA culminating event. There is no senior citizen discount. Reserved seating is not allowed. GO BRONCS!
1st hour CHS Welding students (Mr. Collins) working with Deb White and Jeff from the University of Wyoming building a Greenhouse for the Students at Sunset School.
Dedicated students working during Zero Hour this morning building their Guitars in Mr. Undeberg & Collins class.
Mrs. Solomon has a second hour class of 28 freshman learners! She has done a great job building a classroom where students work together and help each other on their daily work. Her classroom is fun, noisy, and her students are learning each and every day! Thank you Mrs. Solomon for getting your students invested in science and having fun while doing so! Mrs. Solomon now has two weeks to find any staff member in our school who she believes has earned the Golden Horseshoe!
HOME games will be live streamed on the following link:
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/wy/cody/organization/8796/cody-high-school
GO BRONCS & FILLIES!
CODY GEAR: We have an online store available to purchase CODY Store Link:
gear.https://stores.inksoft.com/WS106204. The online store will close on 9/4/24.
STORE CLOSES SOON.
Schedule Changes Schedule - Please make sure that you have a written out plan for what changes you would like to make to your schedule when you come in. No need to make an appointment.
2024 ALL SPORTS MEETING. All CHS student athletes and their parents are invited to attend the All Sports Meeting on Tuesday, August 20th at 6:00 pm in Wynona Thompson Auditorium. Team athlete/parent meetings will follow the general meeting.
FIRST PRACTICE: Golf & Tennis - August 12, 2024
FIRST PRACTICE: Cross Country, Football, Filly Swim & Volleyball - August 19, 2024
Stop by the Activities Office prior to first practice with your paperwork. You must have your clearance slip to start practice.
2024-2025 School Year Registration Portal is open! Please register your student as soon as possible. We need everyone registered by August 12th. We will have the Main Office and Activities office open next week to take fees for activities and chromebook insurance fees.
The CHS Activities Office will be open to accept paperwork and activity fees for Cody High School fall sports, cheer and marching band starting on August 5, 2024 at the following times: Monday thru Friday 7:30 am-11:30 am and 1:00-4:00 pm. Please come to the Beck Avenue door for entry.
Cody High School is in the process of updating the High School Culinary curricular resources for the upcoming school year. Public review of these books will be available at the Park County Library in Cody WY, from June 14th to August 12th.
