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Board takes second read of cell‑phone policy; administrative rules to define "designated areas"

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Summary

On a second read the board reviewed model language that would prohibit student use of personal electronic devices "bell to bell," and asked administration to clarify procedures — e.g., whether backpacks or pouches count as designated storage areas — before a third read and vote.

The board reviewed a second reading of proposed policy 524.5 governing personal electronic communication devices in schools and did not take action; administrators and the policy committee will draft the implementing procedures staff will use to enforce the rule.

What the proposal says Committee staff presented model language that would prohibit students (preK–12) from using personal electronic devices on school…

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