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Trustees approve student personal device policy under HB 1481
Summary
Board adopted Policy FNCE (Local) to regulate student personal communication devices following a presentation on House Bill 1481; administration reported positive feedback on enforcement.
The Jim Ned CISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved Policy FNCE (Local) on Aug. 18, 2025, after a presentation by Superintendent Will Brewer regarding House Bill 1481 and the district's approach. The administration recommended that students store personal communication devices out of sight during the school day, and trustees approved that approach in policy form.
In discussion the administration reported positive feedback from campus administrators and students about how the policy is being enforced. The minutes do not record any public opposition; the motion passed 5–0. The administration will finalize policy language and communicate procedures to families and staff.
