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Victoria ISD Prepares to Enforce Cellphone Ban Under New State Law
PARIS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, TEXAS, JUL 22 – Paris ISD's new policy requires students to keep devices off and stored during school hours, with disciplinary actions for violations, following Texas House Bill 1481.
- During a July 22 session, the Board of Trustees adopted Put it Away, Learn Today policy, aligning with a new state law effective September 1.
- In response to the law, House Bill 1481, Paris ISD mandates restricting personal communication devices during school hours, signed into law last month by Governor Greg Abbott.
- Under the new policy, communication devices must be stored in backpacks turned off, with confiscation until a parent or guardian picks them up, except for students with documented disabilities, medical needs or special education accommodations.
- Paris ISD said, “We understand that this may be frustrating,” while enforcement by bus drivers clarifies safety priorities and Campus Principals will discuss consequences on the first day of school.
- School districts across Texas have 90 days from the September 1 start date to adopt policies, with a deadline to comply by September 18, 2025, as part of a statewide timeline.
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