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Knox County School Board Approves All-Day Phone, Watch and Tablet Restriction

The San Diego Unified School District board unanimously approved a new policy banning student phone use during instructional hours starting August 11, 2025.
This policy follows California's Phone-Free School Act signed last year, which mandates local education agencies adopt phone restrictions by next summer.
The policy prohibits possession and use of phones, AirPods, and smart watches during school hours but permits phone use before school, at lunch, and during passing periods.
Superintendent Fabiola Bagula explained that restricting phone use during school hours helps foster an environment where students can concentrate better on their studies and actively participate in their learning.
The policy aims to reduce classroom interruptions, foster peer connections, and support healthy technology boundaries while using tools like YONDR pouches for grades 6-12.

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