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Board narrows options on student personal electronic device policy; staff to bring a first read in October
Summary
Centennial SD 28J directors debated storage, definitions, exemptions and noncompliance responses for a new personal electronic device policy; staff recommended least‑restrictive language aligned with current secondary practice and will return with a draft first read in October for board consideration before Jan. 1 implementation.
District staff led the board through the decision points for a proposed personal electronic device (PED) policy at the Sept. 24 work session, seeking board guidance on storage, definitions, exemptions, scope and disciplinary responses ahead of a planned first read in October.
Staff framed the policy goal as improving academic focus and student well‑being by reducing in‑class device distraction while retaining equity and accommodations for students with documented needs. The draft options included requiring district pouches or locker/backpack storage, allowing devices on a student’s person but prohibiting use during instructional hours, or grade‑band differentiated guidance.
Directors split on storage: several (including Director…
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