SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Students and teachers across San Diego Unified School District are preparing to return to class on Monday and safety is at the forefront, and don’t forget – all SDUSD campuses are cellphone-free zones.

“You can’t take it out during school,” said Richard Barrera, San Diego Unified School Board Vice President.

However, there are a few exceptions. High school students can use cellphones during lunch or passing periods. Also, phones can be used during emergencies, for health-related reasons, and if allowed by a teacher for educational purposes.

“Let’s focus and knowing what it's like to not have that anxiety of this cellphone that's beeping at you all day long," said Barrera.

He added anyone who breaks the rules will face the typical disciplinary process.

“It's an

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