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Board adopts updated cell phone and device policy right away

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What happened

On August 24 the board approved amendments to Neola Policy 5136, Personal Communication Devices, for immediate implementation (7-0).

Why it matters to families

This policy sets the rules for student phones and other personal devices at school.

The evidence

August 24 minutes record the 7-0 vote. The minutes do not list the policy's text, so the exact rules are not stated here.

The source

August 24, 2026 regular meeting minutes

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