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District restricts student devices during instruction

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What happened

Current policy 09.4261 permits possession but prohibits device use during instructional time except emergencies, teacher-directed instructional use, or teacher authorization.

Why it matters to families

The rule governs daily device use during instruction and allows confiscation and discipline for violations.

The evidence

Policy 09.4261 was adopted or amended July 10, 2025 under Board order 007-07-25, before the review window, and is included as current-policy context.

The source

Policy 09.4261 Telecommunication Devices

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