Utica CSD Unveils Plan for State Cell Phone Ban

Utica CSD unveils plan for state cell phone ban

UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- The Utica City School District has unveiled its plan to implement New York State's upcoming bell-to-bell restriction on cell phones and other internet-enabled devices on Wednesday. The state enacted the ban at the end of the previous school year, and it will be fully implemented during the 2025-26 school year. The mandate is intended to support student learning, minimize distractions and promote a more focused schoo…

Districts still searching for guidance on cell phone ban

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Districts around El Paso county are still searching for guidance on House Bill 1481. The bill calls for the prohibition of cell phones, tablets, and smartwatches in the classroom. ABC-7 spoke with the Canutillo Independent School District, saying that they are creating guidelines for students but still want more guidance from the state on how to enforce the law. "The law is pretty broad," said Gustavo Reveles, a spokespe…

Magnolia ISD approves new cellphone policy banning use during school day

MISD board of trustees unanimously approved the update to the district’s cellphone policy at its regular board meeting July 14.

Claremore super says district prepared for cell phone ban, other new mandates

The Claremore Public Schools superintendent said it won't pose much trouble to implement a new wave of education laws this school year.

El Paso School Districts Are Confused On Cell Phone Ban Taking Effect This Year

A Texas law is shaking up classrooms this fall, leaving students to navigate their tech-free zones. How will this change the school day? Continue reading…

Guthrie school board adopts cell phone ban in compliance with new state law

The Guthrie Board of Education voted unanimously Monday evening to implement a district-wide ban on student cell phone use during school hours, complying with a new state law passed earlier this ye…