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Board debates state-required cell phone policy; moves revised policy and related 5,000-series items into reading process
Summary
The board debated a state-mandated policy on Internet-enabled devices that would restrict personal device use during the school day while allowing limited, approved instructional and accommodation-based exceptions.
The board held an extended discussion on a proposed district policy that implements new state requirements on Internet-enabled devices (cell phones and similar devices).
Policy committee members presented a model-based draft intended to comply with the state law. The proposal discourages personal devices in class, requires devices to be stowed (locker, cubby or backpack) and allows specific exemptions with administrative approval — for medical needs, documented accommodations (IEP/504) or…
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