All Queensland state school students must keep their mobile phones switched off and 'away for the day' during school hours. Notifications on wearable devices, such as smartwatches, must be switched off so that phone calls, messages and other notifications cannot be sent or received during school hours.
Students at MHSSC must put their device away for the day prior to entering College grounds for the day. They can access their devices at the end of the day once the final bell of the day has been sounded.
Canteen Payments –mobile devices
Following a successful trial in Term 4 of 2024, students are able to use their mobile device for payment at the college canteen only.
Students will be permitted to turn on their mobile devices upon entering the canteen, make their payment, and then show a teacher that their phone is off before leaving. Alternative payment methods are still available, including payment by debit card (there are a number of Visa and Mastercard debit cards that are suitable for children and teens), or parents can order online through the QKR! app for prepayment and pick-up orders.