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Estacada district to enforce statewide ban on student cell phones beginning this school year
Summary
The board discussed and approved a district policy to comply with a July 2 executive order banning student use of personal electronic devices during the school day; administrators say devices must be stored in backpacks or lockers and describe a three‑strike discipline approach.
The Estacada School Board discussed implementation of a statewide executive order banning student use of personal electronic devices during the school day and approved a district policy to begin enforcing the rule at the start of the school year.
Superintendent (name not specified) told the board the district will interpret the executive order so that high school and middle school students must stow cell phones, earphones and smart watches when the tardy bell rings; devices may be used on school buses and before students enter classrooms. "We believe in an effective way while still building great relationships, giving grace and patience to kids and families while…
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