Students lose access to phones and smartwatches during school hours

What happened

The board updated its device policy so students cannot access phones or smartwatches from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., or until 2 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Why it matters to families

The rule directly changes when students can use personal devices and limits routine parent contact through those devices during the school day.

The evidence

Approved minutes state the restricted hours and allow student device contact with parents only for 15 minutes after dismissal or in permitted circumstances.

The source