Education
Minister Grace has announced that from the beginning of
the 2024 school year, mobile phones in all Queensland schools will need to be
“away for the day”, “This
state-wide ban will provide uniformity, extend bans to break times, and include
certain wearable devices like smartwatches.”
Students
will still be able to bring phones to school so that they can contact their
parents or carers immediately before or after school hours. Exemptions will
also be available for digital learning opportunities or in specific
circumstances including reasons related to health and well-being.
All
tuckshop purchases will need to paid for with card or cash.
Banned devices include:
- Mobile Phones
- Earphones / Earbuds
- Smart watches
- Other wearable devices