One
of my readers agreed to share his family’s cellphone agreement. This is in reference to this blog post.
1) I understand that the rules below are for my
safety and that my Mom & Dad love me more than
anything in the world. I understand that Mom & Dad want to give me freedom,
while also giving me enough security to make smart choices. Initial here: ______
2)
I promise that Mom & Dad will always know my phone passwords. I understand
that Mom & Dad have a right to look at my phone whenever there’s a need for
them to do so, even without my permission.
Initial here: ______
3)
I will hand the phone to Mom or Dad promptly at 8:00 pm every night. I will get
it back at 7:00 am.
Initial here: ______
4)
I will not send or receive naked photos. Ever. I understand that there could be
serious legal consequences that could put mine, Mom and Dad’s future at-risk. Initial here: ______
5)
I will never search for porn or anything else that I wouldn’t want my parents
or grandparents finding. Initial here:
______
6)
I understand that my behavior on my phone can impact my future reputation—even
in ways that I am not able to predict or see.
Initial here: ______
7)
I will tell Mom or Dad when I receive suspicious or alarming phone calls or
text messages from people I don't know. I will also tell Mom or Dad if I am
being harassed by someone via my cell phone.
Initial here: ______
8)
When I’m old enough, I won’t text and drive. I understand it’s dangerous and
stupid. Initial here: ______
9)
I will turn off, silence, and put my phone away in public–especially in a
restaurant, at the movies, or while speaking with another human being. I am not
a rude person. I will not allow the phone to change this important part of who
I am. Initial here: ______
10)
I will NEVER use my phone to bully or tease anyone, even if others think it’s
funny. Initial here: ______
11)
I understand that if my phone is lost or damaged, I will tell Mom or Dad
immediately. I also understand that I
will be responsible for the cost of the replacement or repair of the phone. Initial here: ______
I
understand that having this phone is not a right–it is a privilege that can be
taken away. As such, I have read the following document and agree to the above
rules. I understand that if I have any questions, I should ask.
___________________________________
Sign here
|
Violation |
Consequence |
|
1st
time |
●
Loss of phone
for 3 days ●
Sit-down
discussion |
|
2nd
time |
●
Loss of phone
for 7 days ●
Sit-down
discussion |
|
3rd
time |
●
Loss of phone
for 14 days ●
Sit-down
discussion |
|
4th
time (or
if the violation is unlawful) |
●
Loss of phone
until further notice. ●
In
order to regain use of the device, I
should be able to make a clear case about what will be different moving
forward. ●
Consider the
help of a professional counselor to help get to the underlying cause of
disregard for the rules. |
I
understand that having this phone is not a right–it is a privilege that can be
taken away. As such, I have read the following document and agree to the above
consequences.
I
understand that if I have any questions, I should ask.
___________________________________
Sign here
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Sign here
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