# Protocol for Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices Community Discussion -- 10/8/2026

Hillside Public Schools held a parent community discussion on October 8, 2026, about its 2026–27 protocol restricting students’ use of internet-enabled devices during the school day and school activities. Administrators described progressive consequences, from a documented warning and device confiscation through parent pickup, detention, conferences, activity restrictions, and possible suspension for repeated violations. They emphasized restorative reflection and school-community service as alternatives to punitive discipline. The policy was still being finalized for an October board meeting; no vote or motion was reported.

The district also described purchasing Max Lock pouches from vendor Generation Faraday, primarily for high school students. Each student will be issued a serialized pouch to secure a device during the day, with magnetic unlocking mechanisms planned at selected exits; the rollout was expected within one to two weeks. No contract number, purchase amount, or bid approval was stated. Administrators said expansion to middle schools remained under consideration, and committed to following up on concerns about after-school programming.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Published:** October 08, 2026

### Sources
- [Protocol for Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices Community Discussion -- 10/8/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW_WINyMllQ) - Hillside Public Schools