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District survey shows reductions in classroom distractions under cell phone policy; students and parents report uneven enforcement
Summary
District presenters said staff and administrators reported strong reductions in distractions after implementation of the mobile communication device (MCD) policy, while student and parent responses were more mixed; trustees asked staff to strengthen training and parent education and to monitor social‑emotional indicators.
Executive Director John Campopiano and Director Annabelle Harper presented updated findings about the district's mobile communication device (MCD) policy, which restricts visible or in‑use phones during instructional time and sets rules for wearables and exceptions for health needs.
The district survey asked administrators, staff, students and families four questions about whether the policy reduced distractions,…
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