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Caldwell County Schools board adopts ban on powered-on student devices during class time
Summary
The Caldwell County Schools Board approved a new policy requiring students to keep wireless devices turned off during instructional time, while allowing use during non-instructional periods; the board said the policy tracks forthcoming state requirements.
The Caldwell County Schools Board of Education on an affirmative voice vote adopted a new policy requiring students to keep wireless communication devices turned off during instructional time and allowing limited use during noninstructional periods such as class changes and in the cafeteria.
The policy, numbered 43-18 and presented by Dr. Don Phipps, superintendent, is intended to reduce classroom disruptions and align the district with changes coming from the North…
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