Board pulls mobile-device policy amendment for deeper engagement on implementation
A first-reading amendment that clarifies grade-level rules for smartphones (including full-day prohibition for preschool–5) was pulled for more stakeholder work; board members and the superintendent urged engagement, student involvement, and capacity-aware implementation planning under AB 3216 timelines.
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The board opened discussion on Item 16.4, an amendment to the district's mobile communication device policy that would clarify grade-level expectations: smartphones "shall be turned off during instructional time at all grade levels," and "shall be turned off during the entire school day in preschool through 5th grade."
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