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Antioch Unified to roll out new cell‑phone policy and 'Big 5' safety program; committee urges more mental‑health staff
Summary
The district's safety committee recommended a districtwide cell‑phone policy in line with new state law, expanded mental‑health supports, improved campus access, and enhanced surveillance and training; rollout messaging via ParentSquare is scheduled ahead of the July 2026 statutory deadline.
The Antioch Unified safety committee presented recommendations intended to strengthen day‑to‑day supervision and emergency readiness, highlight mental‑health priorities and announce a district rollout plan for the state‑required cell‑phone policy.
Director Cooper (student support and safety) said the district already has a cell‑phone policy at sites and will align with Assembly Bill AB 3216, which…
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