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South Colonie plans survey and local rules as state's phone ban takes effect in 2025-26

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Superintendent Dr. Herring told the Board the district will implement New York's ban on internet-enabled devices in classrooms in August 2025 and will survey families on local implementation details and exemptions under Education Law 2803.

Superintendent Dr. Herring told the Board of Education on June 10 that the district will implement a statewide ban on mobile devices in classrooms starting with the 2025-26 school year and will seek local input on how to carry out that requirement.

"We are going to be seeking some input on that, plans to send out a survey to students and families, seeking some feedback on ways to best implement this…

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