The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) is aware of school cell phone ban/restriction laws and policies that are being implemented in schools. States and school districts need to exempt students who require smart devices to manage chronic health conditions such as diabetes. You can find some relevant resources below. If your child is having challenges with cell phone access at school, please call us at 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383) or email AskADA@.
Resources:
- Information on access to smart devices: Information to help advocate for students’ access to smart devices at school to manage their diabetes.
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- Enacted Statewide School Cell Phone Restrictions Laws and Policies: Use this chart to find state-level cell phone restrictions.
- Student smart phone access card: This card will help students make sure they can access their devices at school to manage their diabetes.
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- Guidance for a School Cell Phone Policy with Appropriate Diabetes Accommodation Exceptions: Use this guidance to create school cell phone policies that include exceptions for diabetes-related accommodations.
- Safe at School®: Cell Phone Restriction Laws webinar: Watch this recorded webinar to learn more about cell phone restrictions in schools and how they impact students with diabetes.
