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Chatham County board expands Yondr phone-pouch pilot after district reports lower failing grades and discipline
Summary
School leaders reported survey results from about 900 respondents and data showing a drop in failing grades and fewer suspensions at pilot schools; the board voted to add Northwood and Chatham Central high schools to the Yondr program.
Chatham County Board of Education members voted to expand a pilot that places students’ phones in lockable pouches during the school day after district staff reported early academic and discipline improvements.
Tracy Fowler, senior executive director of student services, told the board the district surveyed principals, students, parents and staff and received “over 900 responses, around 600…
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