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Anthony ISD board approves electronic-device policy update; medical-phone exception limited to 504 students
Summary
Trustees approved revisions to FNCE(LOCAL) clarifying personal device rules and a limited medical-phone exception for students on Section 504 plans; Superintendent Dr. Troncoso said he would explore sending a phone message to parents about the change.
The Anthony Independent School District Board of Trustees approved revisions to FNCE(LOCAL) governing personal communication and electronic devices at a special meeting on Aug. 28, 2025. Superintendent Dr. Oscar A. Troncoso reviewed the proposed changes and described a medical exception tied to Section 504 accommodations.
According to the minutes, "Dr. Troncoso also discussed keeping the phone for medical use, but students must be on the 504 program, and went over some of the Special Programs for better understanding." Trustee Sylvia Chavez suggested the district send a phone message to all parents to notify them of the policy change; Dr. Troncoso said he would look into sending that message. Vice President A. Vela moved to adopt the revisions and Trustee Sylvia Chavez seconded (Motion 4593). The motion passed on roll call, 5–0 (two absent).
The minutes do not provide the full revised FNCE(LOCAL) text or a precise implementation date. The board's action establishes the medical-use exception only for students covered by a 504 accommodation; trustees did not amend the motion or request further study during the meeting.
