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District policy restricts personal-device use during instruction
What happened
The June 19, 2025 policy permits possession but bars instructional-time use except for emergencies, teacher-directed instruction, teacher authorization, or disability accommodations.
Why it matters to families
The rule applies districtwide and defines when students may use phones and other personal telecommunications devices during instruction.
The evidence
Policy 09.4261 states the instructional-time restriction and enumerated exceptions.
The source
Knox County policy 09.4261See the full record for Knox County Public Schools.
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