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Board hears concerns about governor’s proposed ‘bell‑to‑bell’ phone ban and practical challenges
Summary
Superintendent’s report referenced the governor’s proposed ban on students using cell phones during school hours; public commenters and board members raised questions about implementation, safety communications and exemptions for medical devices.
The board discussed a governor’s proposal to ban student cell‑phone use “bell to bell” during the school day and heard public comment that raised practical concerns about implementation and safety.
During the superintendent’s report an administrator noted the governor has proposed a policy “that starting in September 1, there will be no cell phone use…
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